madriver Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 I am looking for a new 3D program. My client currently uses Chief Architect. I do not like CA due to it's limited AutoCad compatibility. I am looking at CAD Soft Envisioneer and SketchUp. Any one have experience with either or both? Currently we use AutoCad to develope 2D plans and elevations, import into Chief and then adapt for 3D layouts. My client needs to upgrade Chief and I am trying to get them to look at a more compatible program without the complexity of AutoCad/Revit or Arch Desktop. I am an AutoCad firm since V11. Thanks Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 Well it's honestly not fair to compare CA to SU. Like an apple to an orange. CA is a BIM program while SU is a 3D sketching application. Sure SU can do some nice work but if you are used to working in CA you might be disappointed with what SU can't do like CA. Just be prepared. Good luck Sean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madriver Posted September 22, 2008 Author Share Posted September 22, 2008 Well it's honestly not fair to compare CA to SU. Like an apple to an orange. CA is a BIM program while SU is a 3D sketching application. Sure SU can do some nice work but if you are used to working in CA you might be disappointed with what SU can't do like CA. Just be prepared.Good luck Sean My client really doesn't use the BIM capabilities of CA, they like the 3d modeling but really don't use it's material schedule capability. I hate CA's 2D drafting. So I am interested in finding a better solution for them with a program that is AUTCAD compatible and intuitive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 If that is so then yes, SU will work great with AutoCAD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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