Software – Landscape Architecture Platform | Landezine https://landezine.com Landscape Architecture Platform Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:50:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 The Whole is Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-the-whole-is-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-the-whole-is-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts/#respond Thu, 29 Aug 2024 12:31:00 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=110207 How to combine Rhino & Revit® into a Landscape Architect’s Dream Building Information Modeling (BIM) has revolutionized construction, offering a collaborative, data-rich environment. Yet, many designers, particularly landscape architects, find the initial spark of creativity ignited in the free-form world of Rhino. This presents a challenge: translating conceptual designs into the structured realm of Revit. A […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-the-whole-is-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts/feed/ 0 Bring Ideas to Life with Enscape 4.1 https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-bring-ideas-to-life-with-enscape-4-1/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-bring-ideas-to-life-with-enscape-4-1/#respond Wed, 07 Aug 2024 08:25:03 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=109950 Enscape is a real-time visualization and virtual reality plugin popularly used by landscape architects, designers, and other AEC professionals. It is the only real-time solution that directly integrates with popular CAD and BIM applications. Its latest version, Enscape 4.1, lets you tap into your creativity and bring ideas to life with features such as AI […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-bring-ideas-to-life-with-enscape-4-1/feed/ 0 BIM the Planting – More Than 3D https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-bim-the-planting-more-than-3d/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-bim-the-planting-more-than-3d/#respond Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:08:55 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=109785 How Landscape Architects Can Leverage Data-Rich BIM Models For Better Planting Plans Are 3D models enough for today’s landscape architecture projects? The landscape architecture industry is experiencing a surge in BIM adoption. A key driver is the growing demand for data-rich projects. In recent years, we have seen how this need for more detailed plans […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-bim-the-planting-more-than-3d/feed/ 0 Elevate Landscape Designs with Enscape’s New Animated Vegetation Assets https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-elevate-landscape-designs/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-elevate-landscape-designs/#respond Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:51:56 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=106060 Adding 3D assets to your landscape design scene can make all the difference during a presentation. It provides a more lifelike representation of the design, allowing clients and stakeholders to understand the project better. Enscape is a real-time visualization plugin that enables you to create landscape renderings with ease and speed. Their latest release, Enscape […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-elevate-landscape-designs/feed/ 0 The Importance of Embodied Carbon, Plus How to Calculate It https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-importance-of-embodied-carbon/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-importance-of-embodied-carbon/#respond Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:28:45 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=104938 What Is Embodied Carbon? In a landscape project, embodied carbon refers to the greenhouse gas emissions by the production, handling of, and disposal of landscape materials. Why Is Calculating Embodied Carbon So Important? Understanding the total embodied carbon of a proposed landscape project is essential for embracing sustainability in the built environment. Embodied carbon reflects […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-importance-of-embodied-carbon/feed/ 0 Renowned Firm Demonstrates the Power of Design Technology https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-renowned-firm-demonstrates-the-power-of-design-technology/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-renowned-firm-demonstrates-the-power-of-design-technology/#respond Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:23:41 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=104306 McGregor Coxall, one of the world’s leading landscape architecture firms, uses digital design technology for spectacular outcomes. In the following project summaries, see how Vectorworks Landmark helps the firm conceptualize, model, analyze, and deliver standout projects. Cabramatta Creek Masterplan The masterplan for the Cabramatta Creek and Brickmakers Creek sites in Liverpool, NSW, aims to create […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-renowned-firm-demonstrates-the-power-of-design-technology/feed/ 0 How Landscape Firm Marpa Empowers Client Collaboration with Real-Time Visualization https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-how-marpa-empowers-client-collaboration/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-how-marpa-empowers-client-collaboration/#respond Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:08:23 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=104261 Written by: Dinnie Muslihat / Cover Image: Ridge Walk Project by Marpa Rendering technology is gaining traction in the landscape architecture industry as it’s helped redefine how architects and designers conceptualize and communicate ideas. From streamlining workflows to better client engagement, its impact resonates across the profession, including with the firm Marpa. Integrating Enscape into […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-how-marpa-empowers-client-collaboration/feed/ 0 Landscape Architecture is Turning a new Page https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-turning-a-new-page/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-turning-a-new-page/#respond Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:37:15 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=101580 How Environment for Revit® has helped landscape architects and BIM professionals at Page. “When I discovered the environment plugin it turbocharged my adoption of Revit .” Evan Granito, Landscape Architecture Designer Page is a 125 year old, international multidisciplinary, firm based in the United States, with over 1300 trained staff. Credited with the architectural design […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-turning-a-new-page/feed/ 0 Enscape for Mac is now available for Archicad, Vectorworks, and SketchUp https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-enscape-for-mac-is-now-available-for-archicad-vectorworks-and-sketchup/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-enscape-for-mac-is-now-available-for-archicad-vectorworks-and-sketchup/#respond Mon, 23 Oct 2023 14:18:47 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=100525 Enscape is a real-time visualization plugin for landscape architects and designers that transforms design workflows by enabling designing, documenting, and visualizing simultaneously from one model. Its version for macOS, Enscape for Mac, was first released last year with support for SketchUp. Now, the plugin extends its Mac support for Archicad and Vectorworks. What’s included in […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-enscape-for-mac-is-now-available-for-archicad-vectorworks-and-sketchup/feed/ 0 Enhancing the Design Process with Real-Time Visualization  https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-enhancing-the-design-process/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-enhancing-the-design-process/#respond Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:27:23 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=98897 Written by: Dinnie Muslihat / Cover Image: Ridge Walk Project by Marpa Real-time visualization enhances the design process by enabling designers to generate, document, and visualize simultaneously from one model. Here are three examples where it was used to help the workflows and projects that advocate healthier, more enjoyable, and environmentally responsible spaces. Captivating clients […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-enhancing-the-design-process/feed/ 0 Mobile Capture: New Technology Revolutionizes Site Design https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-mobile-capture-new-technology-revolutionizes-site-design/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-mobile-capture-new-technology-revolutionizes-site-design/#respond Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:49:52 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=97709 “Technology is evolving.” How many times have you heard that statement lately? Recently, artificial intelligence (AI) has dominated the conversation surrounding advancements in technology. While AI does have the potential to transform site design workflows, in this post we’d like to discuss a different technological advancement: photogrammetry and point-cloud scanning. If you’ve ever been curious […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-mobile-capture-new-technology-revolutionizes-site-design/feed/ 0 Harnessing BIM Technology For Landscape Architecture https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-harnessing-bim-technology/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-harnessing-bim-technology/#respond Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:35:14 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=97284 Ragnhild Lied Børke, Landscape architect at StudioNSW Landscape architect Ragnhild Lied Børke at StudioNSW about Environment for Revit® “It felt like unlocking a new, bigger, and more versatile toolbox, specifically designed for efficient collaboration and workflows across different disciplines.” Says Ragnhild Lied Børke, the only landscape architect among 19 partners at StudioNSW, the Norwegian architecture […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-harnessing-bim-technology/feed/ 0 What’s New in Enscape 3.5 https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-what-is-new-in-enscape-3-5/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-what-is-new-in-enscape-3-5/#respond Tue, 30 May 2023 10:42:04 +0000 https://landezine.com/?p=94264 Enscape is a real-time visualization and virtual reality plugin popularly used by landscape architects, designers, and other AEC professionals. Here are the new features and improvements you can expect in its latest version, Enscape 3.5: The adjustable asset series The adjustable assets series includes over 1,000 assets with variants and color or material customization assets. […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-what-is-new-in-enscape-3-5/feed/ 0 BIM = Better Decisions, and This Landscape Architect Proves It https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-bim-better-decisions/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-bim-better-decisions/#respond Wed, 15 Mar 2023 09:11:57 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=86551 Today’s rising sustainability targets mean the need to forecast site performance has never been higher. Landscape Architects of Pacific Coast Land Design leverage BIM technology to analyze project sites and make more-informed design decisions, ultimately doing their part in sustainable site design.   The Site | Westview Village Constructed in 1957, Ventura County’s Westview Village […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-bim-better-decisions/feed/ 0 6 Ways to Boost Your Landscape Rendering Workflow with Real-Time Visualization https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-6-ways-to-boost-your-landscape-rendering-workflow/ https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-6-ways-to-boost-your-landscape-rendering-workflow/#respond Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:57:37 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=82589 Landscape architecture renderings let you visually communicate ideas so you can exchange feedback easily and get to design decisions faster.  Thanks to real-time visualization software, what was once a cumbersome process has now become a seamless workflow experience where you can instantly visualize your project as a fully rendered 3D walkthrough that can be explored […]]]> https://landezine.com/enscape-recommendation-6-ways-to-boost-your-landscape-rendering-workflow/feed/ 0 DWG Diagnostics | 6 Questions to Answer Before Collaborating with Civil 3D Files https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-dwg-diagnostics/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-dwg-diagnostics/#respond Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:17:06 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=80681 (Image above: source data courtesy of Crowley Cottrell, LLC) Landscape and site design professionals constantly collaborate with civil engineers who use Civil 3D. Being able to work with Civil 3D’s DWG files is a necessity, especially so for those who design with Vectorworks Landmark or other products outside of the Autodesk suite. In this article, […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-dwg-diagnostics/feed/ 0 BIM – a Tool, an Approach, a Paradigm https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-bim-a-tool-an-approach-a-paradigm/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-bim-a-tool-an-approach-a-paradigm/#respond Mon, 23 May 2022 11:35:03 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=77711 Redefining the way we think and work when designing landscapes Building Information Modeling, or BIM. Doesn’t sound very earthshattering, does it? Anyone not in the AEC sphere would have a hard time guessing just how far-reaching the impact these three nondescript words, and everything that they represent, have had on the discipline of architectural design. […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-bim-a-tool-an-approach-a-paradigm/feed/ 0 Vectorworks Interoperability with Revit: A Solution for Collaborative Site Design https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-interoperability-with-revit/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-interoperability-with-revit/#respond Tue, 05 Apr 2022 14:04:34 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=75070 What comes to mind when you think of building information modeling (BIM)? Many site design professionals who are considering updating their workflows by incorporating BIM think about the discomfort of change or the perceived complications of working so closely with other stakeholders. It’s been said before that workflow reinvention doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Working […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-interoperability-with-revit/feed/ 0 Popular BIM Myths, Busted https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-popular-bim-myths-busted/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-popular-bim-myths-busted/#respond Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:26:30 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=66226 Building information modeling, BIM, can be complicated to talk about for one simple reason: BIM processes aren’t normal yet. With that comes a range of claims — let’s call them “myths” — that, frankly, deserve some attention. In this article, a Vectorworks product specialist sits down to explore these myths in search of the truth. […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-popular-bim-myths-busted/feed/ 0 All that’s new with Environment for Revit®: September 2021 https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-all-that-is-new/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-all-that-is-new/#respond Mon, 06 Sep 2021 09:40:27 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=66180 At Arch-Intelligence we have made it our mission to make Revit® as malleable to landscape architects as clay is to the potter. Already, landscape professionals around the globe are freeing themselves from the shackles of cumbersome technology and spending more time on their actual jobs – designing and planning outdoor spaces. With Environment for Revit® […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-all-that-is-new/feed/ 0 The Top 3 Things to Look for in a Design Software https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-top-3-things-to-look-for-in-a-design-software/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-top-3-things-to-look-for-in-a-design-software/#respond Wed, 28 Jul 2021 18:43:17 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=65828 There’s no denying the efficiencies offered by design software. As opposed to hand drawing, design software can help automate many processes that could be considered tedious. There’s a market full of choices when it comes to design software, so let’s look at the top 3 things to look for when making the choice. 1. Ability […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-top-3-things-to-look-for-in-a-design-software/feed/ 0 Israel is paving the way for BIM adoption by landscape architects around the world https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-israel-is-paving-the-way-for-bim-adoption-by-landscape-architects/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-israel-is-paving-the-way-for-bim-adoption-by-landscape-architects/#respond Thu, 22 Jul 2021 10:29:07 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=65794 Image above courtesy of: Landscape architecture by Kav-Banof, Giora Fantalis BLA. Architecture by Giora Gur & partners Architects LTD. Initiator and management: Azorim. Building information modeling, or BIM, is sweeping the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) world and as it continues to gain steam, it is having far-reaching affects. However, as with most software, market […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-israel-is-paving-the-way-for-bim-adoption-by-landscape-architects/feed/ 0 6 Environment Hacks for REVIT® That Will Blow Your Mind https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-6-environment-hacks-for-revit/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-6-environment-hacks-for-revit/#respond Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:32:51 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=65250 If you’re reading this article, it probably means you’re a landscape architect. And it also means you either heard about or have an experience with the difficulties of modeling site design in Revit®. It is no secret that Revit® is the most common BIM software, and for this reason, many landscape architects find themselves compelled […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-6-environment-hacks-for-revit/feed/ 0 Is It Time For Landscape Designers To Implement BIM? https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-is-it-time-for/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-is-it-time-for/#respond Wed, 26 May 2021 06:51:54 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=62448 4 steps to get you started The global transition to BIM in the AEC fields has accelerated over the past few years. Many landscape professionals know it is only a matter of time before they must start using BIM software in their daily work. While some are thrilled to hop on this train, not knowing […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-is-it-time-for/feed/ 0 3 Projects That Turn Vision into Reality with All-in-one Software https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-projects-that-turn-vision-into-reality/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-projects-that-turn-vision-into-reality/#respond Mon, 12 Apr 2021 11:00:30 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=59659 At Vectorworks, we love talking about creativity. After all, creativity isn’t just about crafting something uniquely aesthetic, it involves innovative and responsive solutions to the ever-changing needs of a site, its users, and the environment within which it resides. Each element of our built or preserved environment once started as a spark in a designer’s […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-projects-that-turn-vision-into-reality/feed/ 0 The Role of Academia in the BIM Revolution for Landscape Architects https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-the-role-of-academia-in-the-bim-revolution/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-the-role-of-academia-in-the-bim-revolution/#respond Thu, 08 Apr 2021 14:45:06 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=59477 Landscape architecture can finally join the BIM revolution with the Environment for Revit set of tools, and academic involvement in the process will take these innovations even further. Over the past few decades, a growing number of disciplines within the AEC field have been gradually implementing BIM workflow into their design process. As part of […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-the-role-of-academia-in-the-bim-revolution/feed/ 0 A Checklist for Your BIM for Landscape Transition https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-a-checklist-for-your-bim-for-landscape-transition/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-a-checklist-for-your-bim-for-landscape-transition/#respond Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:03:05 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=59095 If you’ve made it this far, you’ve likely seen our first four installments, and you’re motivated to move to a BIM workflow. If you need more information, no worries! You can check in with our previous posts to learn more about the benefits of BIM for landscape, how it’s benefited other firms, and why Vectorworks […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-a-checklist-for-your-bim-for-landscape-transition/feed/ 0 The Environment Plugin Heralds a New Era for Landscape Architects in BIM https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-plugin-heralds-a-new-era-for-landscape-architects-in-bim/ https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-plugin-heralds-a-new-era-for-landscape-architects-in-bim/#respond Wed, 10 Mar 2021 12:56:23 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=58550 Compared to other disciplines represented in the AEC, landscape architecture is a small profession with very specific needs. Therefore, it’s natural that the solution for landscape architecture in BIM had to come from the inside. Perhaps that is why the Environment plugin we’re talking about today was created not by a huge software corporation, but […]]]> https://landezine.com/environment-for-revit-recommendation-plugin-heralds-a-new-era-for-landscape-architects-in-bim/feed/ 0 Vectorworks Landmark: The Sliced Bread of Landscape BIM https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-sliced-bread-of-landscape-bim/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-sliced-bread-of-landscape-bim/#respond Wed, 03 Mar 2021 11:26:07 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=58527 For a long time, AutoCAD has been considered the software of choice for landscape architecture. There are many reasons why, a major one being it’s used for architecture as well (along with its BIM counterpart, Revit). Many firms find that AutoCAD doesn’t have enough dedicated capacity to support all of a landscape architect’s requirements, leading […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-the-sliced-bread-of-landscape-bim/feed/ 0 3 Ways BIM for Landscape Methodology Made This Project Flourish https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-ways-bim-for-landscape-methodology-made-this-project-flourish/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-ways-bim-for-landscape-methodology-made-this-project-flourish/#respond Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:50:36 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=58004 There’s a lot of information to consider with BIM. Taking a look at a project by scape Landschaftsarchitekten can illustrate a few reasons why (and how) a dedicated BIM effort makes the design process a whole lot smoother and, as a result, more effective. 1. Standards for Everyone in the Project Increasingly, BIM is required […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-ways-bim-for-landscape-methodology-made-this-project-flourish/feed/ 0 Why Landscape Architecture Firms Are Dumping 2D CAD https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-why-landscape-architecture-firms-are-dumping-2d-cad/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-why-landscape-architecture-firms-are-dumping-2d-cad/#respond Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:08:28 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=56035 The noticeable shift from 2D CAD in landscape architecture is in part due to external pressures. The UK’s requirement for BIM level 2 framework on all government-procured projects is the most notable. Even in places where there is no BIM mandate, there is some inherent pressure to deliver BIM files when working with consultants who […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-why-landscape-architecture-firms-are-dumping-2d-cad/feed/ 0 3 Ways to Make BIM Work for You in a Landscape Project https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-ways-to-make-bim-work-for-you-in-a-landscape-project/ https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-ways-to-make-bim-work-for-you-in-a-landscape-project/#respond Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:00:47 +0000 http://landezine.com/?p=55501 Building information modeling (BIM) can appear complicated if you’re new to it. How is it possible to manage potentially vast amounts of site information while remaining true to the project’s vision? And, perhaps more importantly, without getting overwhelmed or questioning the team’s commitment? Whether you’re approaching BIM confidently or with a bit of hesitation, this […]]]> https://landezine.com/vectorworks-recommendation-3-ways-to-make-bim-work-for-you-in-a-landscape-project/feed/ 0