Envisioneer Brochure

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System Requirements

Windows 7 / Vista / XP(SP3)

500 MHz or faster processor

1GB RAM (2GB recommended)

750MB available hard disk space

4x CD-ROM drive

1024x768 display

Video card with OpenGL driver and at least

64MB RAM (128MB or greater dedicated

card recommended)

Windows-compatible mouse

Internet browser to view online help

Internet connection for online features

BIM FOR EVER

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BUILDING INFORMATION MODE

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CONFIDENT RETURN ON INVESTMENT

Envisioneer is the easiest-to-use 3D building information

modeling (BIM) software for everyone in t he building industry.

INCREASE YOUR SALES

Create spectacular presentations to illustrate your v

and set proper expectations.

EASILY COLLABORATE WITHExport directly to engineering solut

engineered wood, light gauge stee

manufactured components.

MANAGE YOUR COSTS

Generate instant material takeoffs for estimatinquotation, and link to Point of Sale systems.

REDUCE YOUR PERMIT APPROVA

Extract drawings and documentation from

3D BIM project with greater speed and a

INTEGRATE WITH SUPPLIERS

Collaborate with manufacturers and material supply chains by

transferring data seamlessly through an intelligent digital building mo

Easiest-to-use BIM software available

Compelling price points for various users

Practical usable BIM for todays industry needs

Associative 3D parametric building connectivity

Integrated with industry-leading engineering solutions

FROM CONCEPT TO CONSTRUCTION

BEYOND 2D DRAWING

Envisioneer was developed as a 3D modeling

tool right from the start. Our clients spend more

time designing, analyzing and making good

business decisions and less time creating and

replicating data. Envisioneer streamlines your

workflow, increases productivity and improves

the quality of your work, making a direct impact

on your bottom line.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is transforming the entire Design/Build industry. Developed

for the residential and li ght commercial sectors, Envisione

er is a true BIM solution that takes

you from concept to construction in one, seamless design environment. Its intuitive interface

makes it easy to create a digital 3D model, and its built-in BIM toolset makes it possible to share

building information with clients, builders, engineers, material suppliers, and other professionals.

WHY ENVISIONEER?

INCREASE THE PROJECTS V

Present custom project alternatives

to lighting to satisfy your clients dre

Envisioneers Innovative Workow is the BottomBIM FOR EVERYONE

BUILDING

INFORMATION

WORKFLOWBENEFITS


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Customizable catalogsEnvisioneers extensive parametric catalog is filled with more than 10,000

generic and manufacturer-specific materials. You can customize any object or

material and even import from sources such as:

Point and click to create highly accurate, intelligent

building models in record time. Convey true design

intent and make changes on the fly while maintainingmodel connectivity and associativity.

Design using intelligent objects that carry vital

information such as materials and finishes, behavior,

and quantity data. Envisioneer is more than just a

design and drafting system.

Create complex roof geometry with easeWhen it comes to complex residential roof designs, Envisioneer emerges as

the undisputed leader at any price point!

Intelligent roofing tools eliminate the challenge of multiple pitches and plate

heights, multi-story configurations, and unique situations such as curved roofs.

Add dormers, skylights and solar panels with the click of a mouse.

From small renovations to large scale custom homes, Envisioneer is

the perfect solution for the job. It is the easiest to learn and use Building

Information Modeling software, making it possible to complete projects of any

size with unparalleled speed and accuracy. And when you need extra design

power for those larger projects, Envisioneers robust toolset delivers.

AutoCADDWG,DXFand3DSobjects

GoogleSketchUpobjects

Digitalphotos

3DBIMcatalogs

Additional Pow

Stairsandrailing

Foundationsand

Columns,beams

Decksandfence

Plumbingandele

Cabinetsandfur3Dterraineditor

and much more..

Envisioneer has paid for itself a dozen

times over in just over 6 monthsJim George, George Residential Design, Ohio, USA

Perfect for New Constructionor Remodeling

ACCURATE OBJECT-ORIENTED DESIGN

Envisioneer not

2D and 3D Archit

simply feels good.

and customizable.

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Jack Zimmer, Zimm

Milwaukee, WI

Image courtesy of Jack Zimmer, Zimmer

Designs, WI, USA

Rendered Image courtesy of Orchard Designs, Cambridge, ON


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Create stunning 3D presentations using Envisioneers 3D RealView

technology. This state-of-the-art ray tracing and radiosity solution combined

with the power to control lighting intensity, reflectivity and transparency help

you achieve the ultimate in realism.

Animated MoviesEasily create lifelike animated walkthroughs that can be played with Windows

Media Player or on the Web. Add a voiceover to create a virtual tour that is

sure to impress.

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Design professionals know how important it is to

express your vision with clarity. Envisioneer not

only improves design productivity, it also providesthe simple tools needed to show your cients exactly

what theyre getting and bring your projects to life.

WIN MORE CLIENTS, CLOSE MORE SALES

Manufacturers Materials

Choose from thousands of generic and manufacturer-specific materials. Use

the Materials Paintbrush to apply materials to your walls, floors and cabinets

with point-and-click simplicity. You can even add your own materials from

swatches found on the Internet or t aken with a digital camera.

High-Quality 3D RenderingsDynamic Sales Presentations

Additional Pow

Custommateria

Manufacturersc

Sunstudies

3DStereoView

AssociatedSou

EnvisioExpress

The rendering capabilities are out of this world! Itsincredible what can be done with Envisioneer.

Keith R. Wilson, Architectural Designer , Canton, OH


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Automatic elevations, sections and detailsComplete projects quickly by generating elevations, sections and details

automatically. Envisioneer accelerates your drawing process at every step,

saving you valuable time and money.

Complete production toolsetEnvisioneer provides all the tools you need to create highly accurate, detailed

construction documents that will get you to the permit stage faster. Extract

details directly from your model, choose from a customizable built-in library,

or create your own from scratch.

WORKING DRAWINGS ARE A SNAP! Additional PowDoor and window

Boundary hatchin

Blocks and attribu

Visual object sna

Automated dimen

Lighting and elec

Print any size and

Print PDF and PL

The fastest way to create andupdate construction documents

Create professional, detailed sets of construction documents quickly and

easily. Automatically generate working drawing components directly from

the 3D BIM project, simplifying the production of:

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With the easiest-to-use toolset in the industry, Envisioneer offers the fastest

way to create working drawings. Its SmartView technology ensures that

you can make changes to the 3D model and automatically update all drawing

sheets instantly, maintaining consistency throughout your project.

Roofcalculationanddesign

Floorandceilingjoistlayout

Kitchencabinetlayout

Electricalandplumbingplans

Framingplans

Floorplanlayouts

Exteriorandinteriorelevations

Cross-sectionsanddetails

Doorandwindowschedules

Site,landscape&deckdesign

Envisioneer smoothly paves the way f rom presentations

to working drawings and from vision to reality

Robert Platt, Designs for Living, Atlanta, GA

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS


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Customize every aspect of your framing including stud spacing, wall intersection

connections, and header/sill/jamb configurations. All framing is fully associative

and updates whenever a change is made to your project. Such changes are

also reflected in your materials estimate.

Structural analysis integrationIntegrate with leading industry whole home structural analysis providers to

value engineer, optimize design and reduce material usage.

Envisioneers 3D BIM project can be used throughout the building supply

chain to reduce duplicate data entry and avoid costly errors on site.

FRAMING ALTERNATIVES

3D FRAMING REDUCES COSTS AND IMPROVES QUALITY

Model it the way you build it

Additional Pow

Floor and ceiling

Rafter layout

Automatic memb

Custom member

Wood or steel fra

Stick or engineer

Envisioneer speaks the language of the building industry and

is designed to meet its specific needs. By digitally representing

the entire structure in 3D, we can accurately illustrate alternate

framing configurations, analyze the structure through 3rd partysoftware, and generate a complete bill of materials and cut list.

Using a digital framed model allows you to explore design

alternatives which translates into making good business decisions

that will reduce your costs and improve quality.

When choosing

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has decreased our

Terry Covington, O

Construction Adv

Hoschton, GA


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Generate a complete and accurate bill of materials with a simple mouse click.

Extract counts, lengths, areas and volumes directly from your 3D BIM project

and instantly view an optimized cut list from your framing. Add assemblies to

elements to account for items such as screw nails and caulking.

MATERIAL LISTS

Envisioneer continuously keeps track of all the materials

used in your project. When material takeoffs are generated,

information is extracted directly from the 3D BIM project,

creating a virtual audit trail of your project before construction

begins.

Track manufacturers, suppliers, pricing, and part numbers

for use in detailed reports and job site delivery.

Completely customize your reports to match your various

business needs.

MANAGE COSTS AND INCREASE PROFITS

Generate material takeoffs for imported 2D drawingsCreate an Envisioneer BIM model from a PDF file in minutes. Frame, analyze,

optimize and create quotes quickly while increasing your turn around time and

ability to make decisions.

Generate quotes instantlyWith the Quote Generator you can edit pricing and account for markup,

margin, and one-time items. Adjust waste factors and submit quotes extracted

directly from your 3D model.

Count, Measure and Quantify

Integrate with othBusiness System

Choose from a variety

the Estimator to gener

are compatible with po

business programs.

Supported Estimating

packages include:

UDA Construct

Constellation PrioSoft

TakeOff Plus

WinEstimator

CAD Estimator

ProEst QuickBooks

Sage Master B

* Add-on module required

Supported Point of Sa

Activant

Advantage

Bistrack CAI - Ponderos

DMSI - Agility

OGC

Prism

Profit Master

Spruce

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Michael Watson,

Watson Brothers C

Frazier Park, CA


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Use Envisioneers site planning tools

and true surveyor coordinates to

create an accurate lot layout. Show

your building setbacks complete

with building footprint for accurate

structure placement. Illustrate site

elevation points and contours for

building and excavation permits.

Develop complete and accurate site plans and incredible landscapes. Whether you are developing a lot survey for

permit or illustrating to your clients their proposed landscape design, Envisioneer has all the power you need.

Weve Gone Green!

Additional Power Features:

Powerfuldeckdesigner

Complete 3D terrain modeling

7500-item plant encyclopedia

Illustrate plant growth and seasonal change

Exterior lighting and accessories

SITE AND LANDSCAPE DESIGNThe green initiative is transforming the building industry. Using Envisioneer,

you can maximize the green building components in your projects for long

term reduction in your energy consumption.

Envisioneers Green features include:

Built-in green manufacturer catalogs with 1,000s of objects

IntegratedwithAutodesk Green Building Studio

Support for consumer sustainability through Green3DHome.com

ProudsupporterofthegbXMLfileformatforenergyanalysis

Hailing from the

construction side

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Rick Thomas

Overbuilders Co

Services, Littleto

Visit Green3Dho

Manufacturers

Expertenergy

Energycalcula

Greencommu

BIM catalogs of energy efficient building materials, appliances and HVAC systems


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Envisioneer is the perfect complement to any classroom

focusing on Architectural CAD, Interior Design, Building Trades,

Landscape Design, Architectural Presentations or other r elated

subjects. By offering Envisioneer at affordable, discounted rates,

we make it possible forK-12andpost-secondaryeducatorstooffer their students a better learning experience.

Because Envisioneer is so fun and easy to use, students can

focus on applying sound building and design techniques to

their projects, without having to spend a lot of time learning

new software.

SUPPORT AND SERVICES EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Architecture Student Wins First PrCompetition Using Envisioneer

Could you re-design an existing 38 x 1

warehouse into six 1624 sq. ft. two-bedroo

in just five hours? Thats what second yea

student Victoria Cousino did using Envis

working with Envisioneer for just one m

entered the Vermont State Skills USA C

Architectural Design in March 2008 and met 9

head on, completing four floor plans of the

structure elevations, interior kitchen perspe

exterior rendering demonstrating landscapin

Congratulations on your success, Victoria!

Visit www.cadsoft.com/education to disco

can bring Envisioneer into your classroom t

Over 1200 Schools UseEnvisioneer in the Classroom

Envisioneer is approved for key Continuing

Education Accreditation Program credits

WERE HERE TO HELP

Every new purchase of Envisioneer includes FREE Customer Care* for

clients on the current version.

Toll-free Technical SupportOur support technicians have a strong background in architecture and

construction and are standing by to assist you via telephone, e-mail or

fax. They are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM t o 5:00 PM EST.

Weekly Training WebinarsAlso free of charge, these live, online classes are led by expert instructors

and focus on specific design topics.

User ForumCollaborate and communicate with fellow Envisioneer enthusiasts around

the world, 24/7. Share ideas, tips and tricks with the best in the business.

Online Resource CenterOur resource center offers free software updates, FAQs, training videos,

tutorials and white sheets.

Envisioneer does everything I need for my classroom,

and puts my students on track for exciting career

opportunities.

Bob Molkenthin, Educator and CAD Consultant,

Aiken County Public Schools

Fun to use and ideal for teaching:

Architectural Design

Construction Trades

Interior Design

Landscape Design

i-TRAIN Video SeriesLearn Envisioneers core features, anytime, anywhere with our targeted training videos. Each video focuses on specific

designtasks,suchasRoofs,KitchensandRendering.

Hands-on Classroom TrainingAttend comprehensive training classes in various cities across North America, or enjoy the convenience and comfort of your

own office while attending an online class. We offer both beginner and advanced classes.

Custom TrainingOur staff can design a custom t raining program that is tailored to your specific business needs. Have the training delivered

online, at your office, or any chosen venue.

To see all of our training and support options, please visit www.cadsoft.com/trainingor call 1.888.CADSOFT.

TRAINING OPTIONS

Cadsoft offers a wide range of training options to help you get up and running with Envisioneer as quickly as possible. Watch

your productivity soar and see a quicker return on your investment.

* Free Customer Care and toll-free telephone available in North America

Ive got to hand it to Cadsoft your customer

support is really as good as you say. It is a pleasure

knowing that any questions I may have about your

products will be answered without me having to

follow up several times.

Keith Plumstead

Efuent Design & Fabrication


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Envisioneer is offered in three different packages. Each package offers a complete set of features designed to meet

a specific set of business needs.

WHICH VERSION IS RIGHT FOR YOU? KEY TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS

Cadsoft is dedicated to helping you enhance your business. By forming partnerships with key industry leader

to offer a unique and totally integrated solution.

iLevel by Weyerhaeuser*

iLevel is the leader in the residential engineered wood market. Envisioneers

Javelin software connects designers, builders, and material suppliers from conce

MiTek*

MiTek is the worlds leading supplier of state-of-the-art engineered products and

building components industry. The integration between Envisioneer and MiTek

Structure extends the BIM solution to include an engineered truss framing and

solution.

Autodesk Green Building Studio

The Autodesk Green Building Studio energy analysis service can perform whole

and optimize energy efficiency earlier in the design process. All Envisioneer packa

gbXML format so that you can perform a green building analysis of your BIM mod

20-20 Technologies*

20-20 Technologies is the worlds leading provider of computer-aided des

manufacturing software solutions for the interior design industry. The 20-20 Des

bridges the communication gap between kitchen and bath designers, builders, rmaterial suppliers.

Luxwood

The Luxwood suite of products focuses on the design, sale and installation of cons

by building material supply retailers, wholesalers, distributors and contractors

integration with Quote Generator enables pricing adjustments and communicat

sale systems.

Keymark*

TheKeymarksuite of productsoffer a whole home engineering solutionin

EnvisioneersintegrationwithKeyBuilddeliversacompletedesign,analysisand

solution.

Green 3D Home

The Green 3D Home web site powered by Engineering.com contains a va

manufacturer libraries with thousands of real-world objects that you can use in y

Green 3D Home also offers expert tips on saving energy, calculators, and a com

sharing projects.

* Optional add-on modules required

Envisioneer Essentials

Designed for Clients who need to create 3D sales presentations and calculate material lists. Weinclude our core Building Information Modeling (BIM) and presentation toolset as well as our key

material takeoff features. Essentials also includes links with estimating and accounting software

packages and 2D drafting platforms such as AutoCAD through an array of interoperability formats

3D BIM Design Presentation Data Sharing Material and Cut Lists

Envisioneer Professional

Designed for Design Professionals who primarily produce presentation and working drawings and want

the benefits of collaborating from a comprehensive 3D Building Information Model (BIM). Envisioneer

Professional offers all our core Building Information Modeling and presentation capabilities combined

with the advanced production drafting tools necessary to produce working drawings fast and easy.

3D BIM Design Presentation Data Sharing Construction Documentation

Envisioneer Construction Suite

Envisioneer Construction Suite is our complete Building Information Modeling (BIM) toolset.

Construction Suite is designed for building professionals who need a complete software system

to improve all aspects of their business. Create new building concepts and designs in full 3D for

collaboration and marketing. Produce complete working drawings for permit, generate detailed bill of

materials and estimates, then communicate directly with your estimating, point of sale and accounting

systems...all in one comprehensive, easy to use software.

3D BIM Design Presentation Data Sharing Construction Documentation

Material and Cutting Lists Point of Sale Communication

To compare packages side-by-side and view full feature lists, visit www.cadsoft.com/compare.php

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