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BIM & architecture

Model buildings and interiors, from full BIM projects to quick floor plans.

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  • Bonsai

    Open-source BIM authoring tool built on Blender and IfcOpenShell that reads and writes native IFC.

    License: Open source
    • Windows
    • macOS
    • Linux
    Status: Active
    • IFC: opens and saves, full fidelity. IFC is the native format

    This replaces Autodesk Revit

  • Sweet Home 3D

    Interior design application for drawing home plans and furnishing them, with a 3D view and photo rendering.

    License: Open source
    • Windows
    • macOS
    • Linux
    • Web
    • iOS
    • Android
    Status: Unknown
    • OBJ: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Imports furniture models and exports the 3D view; no animation or rigging
    • 3DS: opens only, partial fidelity. Imports models as furniture; no export
    • DAE: opens only, partial fidelity. Imports models as furniture; no export

    This replaces Autodesk 3ds Max and SketchUp

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