Git-like version control for IFC files

Whenever I had the opportunity to explain the benefits of using open-source tools for architecture and design, I often emphasized the people behind each tool. For us, a vital aspect of the development of BlenderBIM and FreeCAD is that both of them have architects as developers, and it brings a lot of advantages. Most of […]

BlenderBIM with support for Mac M1

After a successful crowdfunding campaign organized by Thomas Krijnen, we now have a dedicated build server to create versions of BlenderBIM, IfcConvert, and IfcGeomServer for Apple Silicon. If you visit the latest releases of IfcOpenShell on Github, we have separate builds for BlenderBIM with Mac M1 support. This is important to make all those tools […]

BlenderBIM new menu proposal

The open-source nature of all tools we use to create architectural models makes it possible for users to contribute to improving those tools. That is a great way to enhance a workflow or propose changes to multiple features. That was the case for Carlos Villagrasa and an interesting new menu developed for BlenderBIM. On his […]

BlenderBIM Add-on v0.0.220516 updates (Drawing generation)

One of the most promising Add-ons for architecture related to Blender just got a big update. With BlenderBIM, you can start using Blender as a platform to create and work with BIM design using the powerful IFC format. It is a fully open standard, which gives you control of your design and workflow. Whenever I […]

BlenderBIM tutorials: Getting started with BIM in Blender

A powerful way of developing architectural projects is with BIM tools and resources, which can save you a lot of time and streamline design decisions based on data. There are lots of BIM options in the market, but they all share the same flaw. The use of proprietary data formats. Once you start working with […]

BlenderBIM updates and new features: Version v0.0.210829

A significant amount of people think about Blender as a 3D modeler and platform to render realistic images to visualize your designs. It can help a lot in this regard, but that is only part of its role in architecture. With Add-pons like BlenderBIM, you can expand Blender and include authoring and document BIM data. […]

BlenderBIM updates and new features: Version v0.0.210731

A significant amount of people think about Blender as a 3D modeler and platform to render realistic images to visualize your designs. It can help a lot in this regard, but that is only part of its role in architecture. With Add-pons like BlenderBIM, you can expand Blender and include authoring and document BIM data. […]

BlenderBIM updates and new features: Version v0.0.201207

A significant amount of people think about Blender as a 3D modeler and platform to render realistic images to visualize your designs. It can help a lot in this regard, but that is only part of its role in architecture. With Add-pons like BlenderBIM, you can expand Blender and include authoring and document BIM data. […]

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