Software that sucks? Reclaim Your Early-Stage Design Process Now!

As architects who code, we understand the chaos and creativity of early-stage design. The software you use should be an ally, not a hurdle. It should adapt to your genius, not the other way around. Navigating through various design tools to find the perfect fit can be draining. That's why we've crafted this straightforward guide for you. Need help aligning your office on this? We're just a call away!

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Step 1: Kickstart Your Project with the Right Tool to Evaluate Your Ideas

Start your journey with a tool that suits basic geometry and volume studies. While many rely on Autodesk Forma for its robust site analysis and data integration, remember, the best tool is the one that fits your workflow and unleashes your creativity. Forma is great for early-stage design, but don't limit yourself. There are plenty of other tools like combining SketchUp with Sefaria or other solutions that can offer similar capabilities without locking you into a single ecosystem.

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Step 2: Transition for Complex Geometry to Get a Bit More Granular

As your design takes shape and demands more intricate geometry, step up to Rhino. Rhino’s form generation freedom is unparalleled, allowing you to create advanced geometric configurations with ease. Its flexibility ensures your designs can move seamlessly between platforms for further analysis, including back to your initial tool of choice. Add Grasshopper if you want to set your project up for flexibility in the coming project stages or just want to explore design options faster.

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Step 3: Detailing with Precision When the Time Is Right

When it’s time to detail, move to a tool that ensures your work meets your standards. Whether it's Revit, ArchiCAD, or another BIM tool, choose the one that integrates best with your workflow. The key is to delay data transfer from your initial tool until necessary to avoid the reanalysis headache. We expect this problem to be solved in the future, but for right now you really want to delay the transition to detailing as late as possible.?

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We Get It: Sometimes, Software Just Sucks

Read those steps and think, "That software never works the way I want it to"? You're not alone! We're here to help with our team of black belt software ninjas who can make these tools dance to your tune. Whether it’s expert training or custom development, we’ll help the software fit your process, not the other way around.

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