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FREECAD VS AUTOCAD: 5 KEY DIFFERENCES ARCHITECTS SHOULD KNOW

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Computer Screen with an Architectural Drawing On It

FreeCAD vs AutoCAD — what are the differences between those two drawing programs? That’s the question many architects want answered as they’re looking for the best option for their work. And that’s completely understandable. When it comes to CAD software, every architect needs to pick a program that works absolutely perfectly for them. Otherwise, they end up developing a workflow that’s inefficient and stressful. Moreover, having chosen the wrong software for their work, architecture professionals risk making mistakes and causing project delays, which is unforgivable in the eyes of their clients. Read more

OUTSOURCE DRAFTING SERVICES: 7 WAYS THEY HELP TO SPEED UP PROJECT DEVELOPMENT PROCESS

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Outsource CAD to Speed Up Project Development

It’s not unusual for architects to encounter numerous setbacks throughout the project development process. One of those is the need to quickly produce architectural drafts and correct them when a client requests changes in design. Or if some unexpected technical issues prevent the implementation of the original concept. Moreover, multiple design iterations are often needed as well. Fortunately, there is a rather simple way to deal with all that — by using outsource drafting services.

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ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTER: AN IN-HOUSE STAFF, OUTSOURCE STUDIO OR FREELANCER

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Two Draftsmen Working on Architectural Drawings

Architects strive for perfection and demand top-quality results from every project department — from engineers to a drafting team. Accordingly, an architectural drafter should not only be an expert but also has to combine productivity with the best turnaround time and smooth communication. Read more

RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS: 5 FUNDAMENTAL VIEWS

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Two Drafters Working on a Residential Architectural Project

Having CAD services at hand accelerates the designing process of a project and simplifies the whole construction planning. Without approved residential architectural drawings, nor architects, nor developers can start executing the project. They also can’t estimate the cost and material consumption accurately, as well as plan all stages of construction. Even the tiny error in the calculations can cost too much — starting with the waste of resources and ending with cracks in the foundation. Read more

TYPES OF DRAFTING: 5 BASIC KINDS OF CAD DRAWINGS

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A Man Working on an Architectural Type of Drawing

Every architect, interior designer, or manufacturer knows that a simple sketch on paper can’t help build a house or make a furniture piece — only professional drawings can turn an idea into a real thing. Regardless of the types of drafting, any industry requires highly detailed blueprints with correct elements, lines, and dimensions. Read more

OUTSOURCE DRAFTING: WHY EVERY LARGE-SCALE ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT NEEDS IT

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Drafting outsource: Why to use over in-house

Arena da Baixada stadium in Brazil, Arena Tele2 stadium in Sweden, Pacific Plaza Park in Dallas, or Hallidie Building in San Francisco – those are just examples of large-scale architectural projects that continue to grow throughout the world. To build them, first top-notch architectural drawings are required. That’s why nowadays architects turn to architectural drafting companies to address complicated drafting needed at the early development stage. Why? Because such studios represent interdisciplinary design practice – the concept that is uneasy to implement in-house. 

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