Archicad 29

Features

Description

Archicad 29 represents a pivotal shift in Building Information Modeling (BIM) by introducing the "Design Intelligence Strategy"a fusion of robust creative tools and integrated AI workflows. Released in late 2025, this version is designed to keep architects in the creative flow while automating the repetitive aspects of documentation and coordination.

At the heart of Archicad 29 is the new AI Assistant (BETA), a fully embedded smart partner that provides real-time model queries, expert guidance, and automated task execution without requiring users to leave the platform. Beyond AI, this release integrates MEP Designer directly into the core architecture workflows, allowing for seamless mechanical, electrical, and plumbing routing and coordination within a single interface.

With enhancements like Dark Mode for macOS, precise opening inputs in section views, and improved renovation filters, Archicad 29 is built for speed, visual comfort, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Key Features Graphisoft AI Assistant (BETA): An integrated intelligent companion that offers smart prompts, guides users through complex features, and automates routine tasks to keep projects on track.

Integrated MEP Designer: A game-changing update that provides architects and engineers with parametric MEP elements and routing tools directly inside Archicad, facilitating better 2D/3D layout creation and clash avoidance. Dark Mode (macOS): A highly requested visual update offering a tailored, eye-strain-reducing interface that seamlessly switches between dark and light modes on macOS.

Precision Opening Input: Architects can now place and adjust window and door openings directly in Section and Elevation viewseven on non-parallel elementsensuring perfect vertical alignment without returning to the floor plan. Smart Rotation: A new productivity shortcut allows users to rotate elements by 90 instantly, significantly speeding up furniture and object placement. 3D View Resolution Control: Users can now set specific DPI and resolution settings for 3D views, ensuring sharp, high-quality outputs for client presentations.

Renovation Status for Markers: New filtering options allow users to control the visibility of section and elevation markers based on their renovation status (Existing, To be Demolished, New). View Management: A "Filter and Select" tool helps keep projects clean by identifying and removing unused views, reducing file bloat and errors.

AI Visualizer 2.0: An upgrade to the rendering engine that allows for "before-and-after" comparisons and specific area editing using brush tools and text prompts. System Requirements: Archicad 29 Operating System License Type Windows: Windows 11 (64-bit) Lifetime / PerpetualYou own the software version (Archicad 29) indefinitely.

It does not expire. Processor (CPU) Minimum: Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5Recommended: Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 7High-End: Intel Core i9 / AMD Ryzen 9 Memory (RAM) Minimum: 8 GBRecommended: 16 GB - 32 GBHigh-End: 64 GB+ (Required for complex models & Redshift rendering) Storage (Disk) Drive Type: NVMe SSD required for optimal performanceFree Space: 5 GB+ for installation Graphics Card (GPU) Minimum: DirectX 11 compatible card with 4 GB VRAMRecommended: DirectX 11 compatible card with 6 GB+ VRAM (Benchmark score 15,000+)Redshift Rendering: Requires NVIDIA (CUDA 7.0+) or AMD Navi/Vega with 8GB+ VRAM Display Resolution Minimum: FHD+ (1920 x 1080)Recommended: 2K (2560 x 1600) or 5K (5120 x 2880)