Posts by News Editor, Author at Architosh

Newforma opens up with ecosystem and AI

Newforma advances with new AI agent (Vojo) bringing smart intelligence to AEC/O workflows and complementing cloud-centric ecosystem flexibility

Graitec named Bluebeam Sapphire Partner

Graitec becomes Bluebeam Sapphire Partner, the most elite channel designation enabling AEC/O firms to reap numerous benefits from Graitec’s services.

Cinema 4D Comes to iPad

Award-winning Cinema 4D 3D modeling and animation system coming to Apple iPad in late 2026 — enabling creativity on the go

Vectorworks Expands—New Germany and Switzerland Offices

Global design and BIM provider Vectorworks strengthens its European footprint through acquisition of ComputerWorks GmbH and the CAD division of ComputerWorks AG

ALLPLAN intros Steel Genie—AI Powered Cost Estimation

New AI-powered technology powers new Steel Genie by ALLPLAN automating cost estimation of structural steel

Trimble set to acquire AI-powered Document Crunch

Trimble acquires AI-leader Document Crunch to help customers neutralize project risks in AEC/O

Nemetschek Group acquires Heavy Construction Systems Specialist LLC

HCSS is world-class construction technology provider and will deepen the Group’s infrastructure offerings.

Autodesk intros new Forma Building Design

Autodesk releases new Forma Building Design as part of its expanding Autodesk Forma ecosystem of cloud-based software for AEC.

Vectorworks 2026 Update 4—Next-Gen Rendering and More Added

Vectorworks 2026 Update 4 adds next-generation real-time GPU-accelerated rendering via Maxon Redshift, plus multi-phasing and more

AIA Announces Strategic Sponsorship with Trimble

The AIA has announced a strategic sponsorship with Trimble focused on helping architects advanced their ability to bring vision to reality.

Maxon and Tencent Cloud integrate HY 3D

Maxon and Tencent Cloud partner to integrate Tencent’s AI technologies HY 3D into Cinema 4D accelerating creative workflows

Newforma World 2026 Announced—The New Wave

Newforma World 2026, a prestigious AEC industry event, takes places 4-6 May 2026 in Clearwater, Florida, and will showcase new tech!

Chaos releases Veras 4.0 with Nano Banana Pro

New generative AI engine in Chaos Veras 4.0 improves accuracy and intention speeds up interative workflows for architects

IMAGINiT Drives Fields Solutions with GoCanvas

IMAGINiT is helping infrastructure and AEC contractors digitize field-based workflows with GoCanvas cloud and mobile-first workflows from the Nemetschek Group

Graphisoft Announces Phase 3 of Subscription Conversion Program

Graphisoft subscriptions provide easy, flexible, and affordable access to always-up-to-date leading BIM technology and cloud collaboration.

Trimble and Programa Collaborate—Simplifying Interior Designer Workflows

Trimble and Programa collaborate on a shared sign-on process, simplifying workflows and increasing security by adopting the federated Trimble ID system.

Revizto for Infrastructure is Launched

Revizto for Infrastructure is a brand new offering aimed at large, complex linear infrastructure projects and features groundbreaking new Linear Navigation technology.

Trimble Highlights AI Innovation Strategy at Dimensions Conference

Trimble unveils its agentic AI platform and Trimble Agent Studio at Dimensions 2025. The initiative aims to revolutionize AEC workflows by letting users deploy AI agents across integrated software like SketchUp and Tekla.

Nemetschek Group Wins Construction Computing Awards

ALLPLAN, Archicad, and Vectorworks—all BIM software platforms for the Nemetschek Group—were honored at this year’s Construction Computing Awards.

Chaos Launches Corona 14 With AI Material Tools and Gaussian Splat Support

Chaos unveils Corona 14 with advanced AI tools, new procedural effects, and Gaussian splats, delivering higher realism and efficiency in arch-viz.

Nemetschek & Takenaka Partner to Revolutionize AEC/O

Nemetschek and Takenaka form a strategic partnership to revolutionize the AEC/O industry. The two global leaders signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on advancing digital transformation, leveraging AI-driven innovation, and creating open, cloud-based platforms to streamline workflows across planning, design, construction, and operations.

Newforma, ReluTech, AWS Collaborate on Server Buyback

Newforma, ReluTech, and AWS have formed a partnership to offer a server buyback program for Newforma Project Center clients.

Vectorworks Wins “Architectural Design Software of the Year”

Annual “Hammers” ceremony honors Vectorworks Architect for redefining efficiency in architectural design.

Vectorworks Launches Global “Creative Genius Awards” to Celebrate Bold Design Thinking

New awards program invites designers to share their most imaginative work created in Vectorworks.

ALLPLAN 2026 — New ALLPLAN Model Viewer, AI, IFC4 and more…

ALLPLAN 2026 drives productivity, accuracy, and collaboration efficiency from Design to Build — adding new AI Assistant and BIMPLUS updates.

Chaos releases Vantage 3—real-time visualization platform

Chaos Vantage 3 boasts major new features in its biggest update in years, including Gaussian splat and USD file support, Night Sky system, AI tech, and a whole lot more.

Newforma heralds its Boston base with Bruins and TDGarden

Newforma joins forces with Boston Bruins and TD Garden — Reinforces its Boston roots as a leading global technology company from the region.

Newforma accelerates AI innovation and AWS expansion

Newforma leverages AWS technologies to accelerate AI innovations and speed up workflows for its global AEC/O customers.

Vectorworks Secures 7 Nominations at Hammers 2025

Vectorworks secures seven nominations for The Hammers 2025 awards — indexing the BIM solutions’ popularity and innovations in the UK AEC market.

Graphisoft announces IGNITE Conference 2025 in Budapest

Graphisoft IGNITE Conference 2025 in Budapest to showcase leading-edge BIM technologies, feature keynotes, learning sessions, and collaboration for attendees.

AU25: IMAGINiT Technologies to showcase value of connecting enterprise data

IMAGINiT Technologies will showcase and educate on its numerous data products and the value of connecting enterprise data in AEC and M&D at AU25.

Vectorworks and DIALux launch BIM workflow for architectural lighting design

Vectorworks and DIALux form a partnership to streamline BIM collaboration and enhance lighting design workflows via IFC compatibility.

Chaos releases V-Ray 7 Update 2 for 3ds Max

Industry-leading Renderer adds AI tools, astronomically accurate night skies, and three-times faster cloud GPU rendering.

Vectorworks Landmark 2025 Wins Green Industry Pros Magazine award

Vectorworks Landmark 2025 wins Editor’s Choice Award from Green Industry Pros magazine, noting how it helps folks work smarter, not harder.

D5 Render 2.11 Now Out—Ultra Fast Design Performance

D5 Render advances in version 2.11 with new AI-driven efficiency gains, new technologies, better and faster workflows, and upcoming Mac version.

Vectorworks Design Days Returns to Global Stage

Global Vectorworks learning events taking place in London, Vancouver, Tokyo, and Sydney for AEC and related professionals.

Nemetschek Group partners with Iowa State on use of dTwin Technology

Nemetschek Group partners with Iowa State University on the utilization of dTwin software technology for school’s Iowa Innovative Housing Project

AIA25: Autodesk Forma advances with new ACC and Esri connections

Autodesk announces at AIA25 that Autodesk Forma forms new connections to Esri and Autodesk Construction Cloud

Architosh Xpresso-4X Arrived — Newsletter Moves to Quarterly

Architosh announces the delivery of issue No. 53 of its Xpresso newsletter, now coming four quarterly issues in a slightly new format: Xpresso-4x

AIA25: Vectorworks launches new AI Assistant

New AI Assistant (Preview) debuts for Vectorworks 2025 users, offering first salvo in context-aware AI learning for users.

AIA25: Bluebeam supercharges performance, new integrations

Bluebeam Revu 21.6 advances with new ARM chip support for Apple’s M-series Macs and Microsoft Surface computers, and more…

Bluebeam Unbound Conference Unveiled—Steve Wozniak Headlines

Steve Wozniak will headline Bluebeam Unbound 2025. The major user conference for Bluebeam users worldwide will offer exciting keynotes, hands-on sessions, expert-led talks, and more.

Chaos launches Envision: Immersive presentations for architects

Chaos Envision is now out of beta and available to AEC users worldwide. Solution delivers cinematic animations.

ProgeSOFT releases DWG-native iCADMac 2025

iCADMac 2025 from ProgeSOFT of Switzerland offers further competition to AutoCAD and other native DWG CAD applications with the latest macOS compatibility and optimization for ARM and Intel.

Chaos launches Chaos Anima 6—First Traffic Simulation for ArchViz

Anima 6 adds traffic simulation to human simulation in the world’s leading crowd simulation software for ArchViz visualization professionals.

Revit 2026 marks 25 years of BIM innovation—What’s New

Autodesk introduces Revit 2026 with key new features and integrations from Recap Pro for point clouds to the new Accelerated Revit Graphics Engine and more.

ALLPLAN buys US-based Manufacton — Boosts DfMA Sector

The Nemetschek Group expands its US presence with ALLPLAN’s acquisition of US-based Manufacton, a leader in software for prefab and off-site construction.

Vectorworks Open House Returns with Fresh New Format

Vectorworks Open House virtual global event happens next week for customers worldwide where they can see a keynote about upcoming features from the Public Roadmap and much more.

New SketchUp 2025 gets more serious about visualization

SketchUp 2025 adds powerful new visualization and interoperability features as it ramps up attention and focus on AEC industry users.

Chaos acquires EvolveLAB and its AEC AI Tools

EvolveLAB, a leading AI company, joins Chaos’ professional 3D Ecosystem for architects and designers in the AEC industry.

Epic Games releases Twinmotion 2025.1

Epic releases Twinmotion 2025.1 update with cool new features for AEC visualization — including new orthographic mode real-time renderings.

Jonathan Pickup Launches ‘Vectorworks Training Skool’

Vectorworks Training Skool is the latest new online resource from Jonathan Pickup, a global-leading expert on Vectorworks instruction.

Vectorworks’ CEO Dr. Biplab Sarkar Retiring — Jason Pletcher Named CEO

Dr. Biplab Sarkar, CEO of Vectorworks, set to retire in March as new incoming CEO Jason Pletcher set to take over the prominent BIM-CAD platform company.