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Design & Building Download Center Free architectural software and product-related downloads, courtesy of these ArchitectureWeek sponsors... |
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Bluebeam PDF Revu is the affordable PDF solution designed specifically for AEC professionals. Integrated technology creates high quality PDFs from AutoCAD and Office with the click of a button, and includes batch processing, PDF markup, editing and a PDF printer to convert any Windows file. Download a free 30-day trial....
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ParaCloud introduces a software solution that converts Microsoft Excel(TM) spreadsheets into a powerful generative and associative modeling and analysis application, featuring a unique "Scripting without Scripting" approach that makes design computation approachable. ParaCloud extends common CAD software capabilities and defines a new way of communication that replaces the import/ export approach. Driving and interoperating with Rhino 3.0, Rhino 4.0, MicroStation V8/XM, Autodesk Maya, DXF, and VRML output, ParaCloud Modeler offers generative design capabilities for fabrication, construction, and performance studies, providing tools for behavior modeling, surface and rib unfolding, parametric components population, and performance driven design. Register to request beta version download.
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Architect's Guide to Home Automation AVD Australia and Project Connection are sponsoring the 'Architect's Guide to Home Automation' white paper, which provides a seven-step solution for architects who are undertaking home automation projects and creating intelligent environments in new homes. By designing and implementing an infrastructure that can be readily upgraded, designers can ensure that a smart home will keep pace with advances in technology. This free download offers clear and concise advice about what to look for when partnering with a home-automation designer and when hiring an electrical contractor.
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Energy-Efficient Design Briefs from the California Energy Commission Learn more about the latest technologies, trends, and resources in energy-efficient design with concise technical briefs from the California Energy Commission. The briefs are designed to help architects, builders, and designers implement the most cost-effective solutions to common problems. Topics include lighting, HVAC, commissioning and design, and more. Register at E Source, then download free design briefs...
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Corel® Painter™ X offers artists, designers, and photographers powerful professional art and design tools. This next-generation Natural-Media® software art studio blurs the line between traditional and digital art with new color and composition tools, and introduces the RealBristle™ Painting System, which provides an organic painting and illustration experience — right down to the individual bristles on the brush. Complete with training videos by Painter Master Jeremy Sutton. Download a free 30-day, fully-functional trial edition of Corel Painter X. Mac or PC
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Bentley's BIM solutions allow architects, engineers, contractors, owners, and operators who design, analyze, build, and operate buildings and facilities to be in sync with each other throughout the entire building lifecycle. Save time, improve quality, and create better buildings because of the informed decisions made along the way. Download a trial version, and try it yourself...
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White Paper from Walker Glass for Specifying Acid-Etched Glass and Mirror When considering acid-etched glass or mirror for exterior or interior applications, writing appropriate specifications is a critical exercise to make sure the right product is used. Walker Glass Co. Ltd. has published a white paper entitled "The Top Five Issues to Consider when Writing Acid-etched Glass or Mirror Specifications" to help you avoid costly pitfalls.
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Design Tools Department
Design Tools News Headlines Build Smarter, Faster, and Cheaper with BIM — Buildings, 2008.0717Laser Design Releases New 3D Laser Scanner Software — Laser Design Press Release, 2008.0717 NVIDIA Releases AutoCAD 2009 Performance Driver — NVIDIA Press Release, 2008.0717 Say Goodbye to the Computer Mouse — BBC News, 2008.0717 Autodesk Updates AutoCAD LT 2009 — Autodesk Press Release, 2008.0716 Autodesk Announces Winners of Build Something Student Design Challenge — Market Watch, 2008.0716 Autodesk Presents BIM Award to Design West Engineering — CSE Live, 2008.0715 ITC Releases IntelliCAD 6.5 — IntelliCAD Press Release, 2008.0714 Apple Moves 1 Million iPhones in 3 Days; 39 Percent of Buyers Own PCs — ZDNet, 2008.0714 3-D Visualization Tools Change the Way Buildings Are Designed — Pittsburgh Business Times, 2008.0711 DataCAD LT 12 Available — DataCAD Press Release, 2008.0709 BIM Is Happening — Wicked Local, 2008.0709 Google Ventures into Virtual Reality with 'Lively' — New York Times, 2008.0709 Autodesk, Bentley Announce Interoperability Agreement — TenLinks, 2008.0708 Cadalyst Magazine Launches CAD Tip Web Site — Cad-a-Blog, 2008.0708 Autodesk Releases 3ds Max Design 2009 Service Pack 1 — Autodesk Press Release, 2008.0707 Autodesk Releases Design Review 2009 Service Pack 1 — Autodesk Press Release, 2008.0707 KOMPAS-3D V10 Is Coming Soon — Ascon Press Release, 2008.0707 Microsoft Criticizes EU's 'Unreasonable' Judgement — The Register, 2008.0707 Linux - Still Chasing That Elusive 1% Market Share — ZDNet, 2008.0707 Electronic Papyrus: The Digital Book, Unfurled — New York Times, 2008.0706 The Nouveau Art of Geotagging — B&H Photo, 2008.0704 Mentor Takes Control of Flomerics — EE Times, 2008.0702 Form•Z 6 and RenderZone Plus 6.6 Released — AutoDesSys Press Release, 2008.0701 Mac OS X Snow Leopard: Apple's Secret Business Weapon? — InfoWorld, 2008.0701 Adobe Makes Indexing Flash in Search Easier — ZDNet, 2008.0701 BIM Goes Residential — Cadalyst, 2008.0701 AMD Announces New ATI Catalyst for Linux — AMD Press Release, 2008.0626 Matrox Releases M-Series Graphics Cards — Matrox Press Release, 2008.0625 MSC Software Acquires MacNeal Group — MSC Sofware Press Release, 2008.0624
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