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ArchiCAD 19 Launch in Cape Town at CC-Expo-2015

23/8/2015

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Did you miss our ArchiCAD 19 Launch & openBIM workshop at the CC-Expo-2015?

MultiCad Design Solutions and TotalCAD Solution Center / Graphisoft SA exhibited ArchiCAD 19 and presented a OpenBIM workshop at the The Cape Construction Expo 2015 in Cape Town on 12 & 13 August 2015.
We are very pleased with the experience and outcome.
Here is some highlights that stood out for us:
  • Our stand was well attended by our clients, thank you all for stopping by and picking up your ArchiCAD 19 DVD Boxes & USBs.
  • We saw many possible new clients also visit our stand and we answered all their questions regarding ArchiCAD and BIM implementation in South Africa.
  • Our workshop: "The BIM Way To Design – Build - Manage" was very well attended and keen interest was shown by the audience.
  • We saw the launch of the BIM Institute for South Africa and met with the founder & chairman.
  • Our thanks to Hypenica (the organizers) for a well executed event from start to finish.
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ArchiCAD 19 Launch event - Cape Town

11/8/2015

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ArchiCAD 19 Launch event - Cape Town by MultiCad & TotalCad

MultiCad Design Solutions and TotalCAD Solution Center / Graphisoft SA is happy to invite everyone to join us at the The Cape Construction Expo 2015 in Cape Town on 12 & 13 August 2015.

We are excited because this event is a "landmark" event for us at MultiCad especially. Why so special do you ask? Well, here is a few reasons for our excitement for this 2 day expo and conference event:
  • we are launching ArchiCAD 19 at this big event
  • Graphisoft SA is launching the first version of the full smart-XA Tool Suite
  • MultiCad will present a 30 minute workshop titled
    "The BIM way to Design, Build and Manage"
  • It will be MultiCad's first big expo event as an exhibitor. (some of you will remember our first hosted BIM Conference in 2014)
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  • The introduction of the "openBIM Migration Program" offered by Graphisoft and delivered by MultiCad
  • We will also introduce the visitors to The fusionBIM Group and ArchiCAD 19 Template. Read more below . . .
  • Localized BIM solutions for the South African Design & Building Industry
  • This is a great networking opportunity for all Professionals, Government and Manufacturers in the African Building Industry and to discuss current trends and build relationships
  • And this is a CPD accredited event for Architects, Engineers and Quantity Surveyors (Ts & Cs apply)
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ArchiCAD TECH Tip - Show & re-align the Vectorial Fill (Hatch) in internal Elevations & Section drawings

17/3/2015

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ArchiCAD TECH Tip - Show & re-align the Vectorial Fill (Hatch) in internal Elevations & Section drawings


This ArchiCAD Tech Tip article covers the basics about "How to Show & re-align the Vectorial Fill (Hatch) on internal Elevations & Section drawings". A client inquired with us on how this could be achieved.
Align 3D Texture & Vector Fill
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so here's how to Show & re-align the Vectorial Fill (Hatch) in internal Elevations & Section drawings

For this operation you will work with the following:
1.     “Element Attributes” first to confugure (Options > Element Attributes > ???)
         a.     the Fill Type
         b.     the Surface settings
         c.     the Building Material settings
2.     the Wall settings (as example – or other model element like Roofs, Slabs, Beams, Columns, Shells, Morphs and Meshes)
3.     the Section settings (as example – also applies to Elevation & Internal Elevation settings)
4.     in the 3D Window go to Design Menu & use the > Align 3D Tecture > Set Origin command
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How to model a Bali Roof in ArchiCAD

12/1/2015

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How to model a Bali roof in ArchiCAD?

In mid December 2014 I noticed a question that was posted on the ArchiCAD Group on Linkedin.

The question was by Mhlekazi and he asked "how can one draw a Bali roof using archicad?"

This is actually very easy to do, so I created a step-by-step #infographic for it
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#ArchiCADtip | How to model a Bali roof in ArchiCAD? | MultiCad.co.za
How to model a Bali roof in ArchiCAD?
Well actually I first did a Google search for "bali roof" images to be sure I understand what a "bali roof" should look like. Another clue also came from Djordje asking Mhlekazi to qualifying if this roof must be thatch or tiles.
Here is part of what the image search on Google came up with:
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MultiCad presents ArchiCAD Masterclass 2014 - Cape Town

18/12/2014

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MultiCad presents ArchiCAD Masterclass 2014 in Cape Town

The ArchiCAD Masterclass 2014 is geared towards growing client and student skills in the SADC region by using a mixture of theory and practical knowledge. Our Technical Team has devised a program that incorporates morning lectures and afternoon practicals with a full office simulation that runs over 2 weeks.
MultiCad presents ArchiCAD Masterclass 2014 Training in Cape Town, South Africa
ArchiCAD Masterclass 2014 | Cape Town
This "ArchiCAD Masterclass" is a unique course format that has already brought the user's skills to another level in a very short and focused time. This course was hosted by Graphisoft SA in Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg over two consecutive weeks in early December 2014. The training was presented by selected ArchiCAD Trainers and Graphisoft Registered Consultants from across South Africa.
The first ArchiCAD Masterclass in SADC was very successful and attendees enjoyed the process and challenges very much . . .
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ArchiCAD 18 - Join the creative Flow

7/5/2014

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ArchiCAD 18 - Join the Creative Flow

BUDAPEST, May 6, 2014 – GRAPHISOFT® announced today the latest version of its industry-leading BIM software solution for architects and designers.
ArchiCAD 18 delivers innovations making the BIM workflow smoother, including CineRender, a brand new render engine with high-end photo realistic rendering capabilities found only in the professional visualization application CINEMA 4D – now available right inside the BIM tool.
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"BIM innovation has been shifting from adding new features to introducing innovative new workflows — this is exactly what ArchiCAD 18 offers end-users," said László Vértesi, Vice President of Product Development at GRAPHISOFT. "With ArchiCAD 18, we pinpointed the most important user requests related to workflow issues with the clear goal of providing our users with solutions that keep them in the creative design flow with as little disruption as possible."

"We are delighted that GRAPHISOFT has decided to integrate CineRender into ArchiCAD 18 - offering a bridge to CINEMA 4D for users who wish to add even more sophisticated graphics and animations to their projects," said Harald Egel, Managing Partner and CEO of MAXON.


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MultiCad and Ecospecifier Development Partners

3/3/2014

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MultiCad and Ecospecifier Development Partners

MultiCad is privileged to become a Ecospecifier Development Partner for 2014-2019. MultiCad Design Solutions CC and Ecospecifier SA aim to collaborate by promoting Sustainable Design in the South African building industry.

You can contact Mrs.
Lizette Swanevelder (CEO of Ecospecifier SA) for more information about
Ecospecifier's services, education and internships that they offer to both specifiers and manufacturers. CLICK HERE to contact Lizette.

To view full Industry Partnership Program: CLICK HERE
Ecospecifier.co.za
MultiCad Ecospecifier Development Partners
Please CLICK HERE to see a full list of Ecospecifier's Industry Partners

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Change to Codemeter: FREE on SSA in SADC

19/6/2013

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Deadline Extended 
FREE exchange to Codemeter!

Change to Codemeter: FREE on SSA in SADC

GRAPHISOFT SA is proud to announce the FREE exchange program of WIBU dongles to CODEMETER dongles for all it’s SSA clients in SADC. The dongle exchange is aimed at replacing all WIBU dongles used by SSA clients in SADC, as these dongles offer limited programming flexibility and most importantly, these dongles will not be compatible with future versions of ArchiCAD.
Archicad wibu key codemeter key
Get ready for ArchiCad 17 FREE ArchiCad WIBU Key to Codemeter Key exchange program

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Architectural visualization live online seminar

3/4/2013

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"Architectural visualization live online seminar"

Graphisoft has announced their next live online webinar and the subject is one close to my heart.
In my career I have been using ArchiCAD since version 6.5 for mainly design development and documentation. Between working hours and lost sleep, I would take my ArchiCad documentation model and love to spend long leisurely hours setting up lighting and materials, placing furniture, landscaping, etc and rendering my projects. Some rare occasions the rendering was on commission for a client, but mostly it was to satisfy my itch to create beautiful renders.
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This "extra work" was partly an outlet for a neglected part of my being while mostly spending time on documentation of the next and the next project. Make no mistake, I love doing well documented and detailed drawings and specifications, but fiddling with render materials, backdrops, furniture and landscaping to dress up my model to near perfection is more like a "love sport" than a job. Hours of mindless dreaming and "free flight" of the creative spirit.

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Countdown Special on CINEMA 4D R14 – Grab Rebate Now – SADC!

14/10/2012

 

Until December 13, 2012 you can save money with the Countdown Special on the purchase of a CINEMA 4D R14 full version with a MAXON Service Agreement.

If you act before time runs out you can save up to R5000 on the purchase of one of the most powerful professional 3D packages available.

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MultiCad Design Solutions | Cinema 4D -> Best deal <- Click on image to claim your discount now!

With CINEMA 4D Release 14, a new era has dawned for motion graphics designers, VFX artists and visualisation professionals: Integrated sculpting functionality, a camera matching system, additional third-party exchange possibilities as well as improved modelling, animation, rendering and workflow let artists achieve even better results faster and easier than ever.*

The MAXON Service Agreement (MSA) offers additional advantages: You automatically receive the newest Release of CINEMA 4D or BodyPaint 3D and you benefit from extended service, expanded software usage rights and discounted admission to designated events. Plus you have maximum consistency in budget planning!

Take advantage of the Countdown Special through December 13, 2012 and combine your full CINEMA 4D R14 package of choice with the MAXON Service Agreement (MSA) and save up to R5000 – time is running out!

This offer applies to full versions of any CINEMA 4D R14 package**, BodyPaint 3D, MAXON License Server and Classroom Licenses. Owners of other 3D software packages will receive up to R5000 discount on a sidegrade purchase in conjunction with a MAXON Service Agreement. (terms and conditions apply, send your email enquiry for more details and terms and conditions)

The Countdown Special is available in all participating countries at their certified MAXON resellers or via the MAXON web shop.

*Not all functions listed are available in all CINEMA 4D R14 versions. For detailed information, please visit our product comparison page at www.maxon.net/comparison.

**With the exception of the Student/Teacher package. Students and trainees already benefit from our free Student Version. Additional information can be found here: www.maxon.net/student.

Terms & Conditions apply.

 

Fill out the form to claim your discount now!

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