RhinoArtisan is the go-to Rhino plugin for jewellery and product designers working with metal and gemstones. With its fantastic gem library and specialised jewellery tools, RhinoArtisan brings a powerful upgrade to Rhino for jewellery design and manufacturing. Packed with new tools for cost control, reporting, and design automation, this release puts precision and efficiency front … Read more
Python developers and Rhino users—if you’re curious about how to build your own plug-in for Rhino using Python, this session offers a practical look at what’s possible. On 7 April, join the Rhino User Webinar to see how 3XN created a plug-in to improve collaboration across its global teams. The tool brings together Rhino visuals, … Read more
SketchUp’s big annual release is here. The core focus for SketchUp 2025 is Visualisation. This update introduces photorealistic materials, improvements to ambient occlusion, and premium models from 3D Warehouse. Additionally, there are some long-awaited changes to LayOut, better IFC Import predictability, and more. Let’s take a deep dive into SketchUp 2025! Photorealistic Materials in SketchUp … Read more
Join McNeel Europe for an exclusive webinar on February 12, 2025, at 3pm GMT (4:00 PM CEST), featuring Guido Cherici, partner at Elastico Disegno. This session will explore the design process behind the MIA Hand, an award-winning robotic hand developed for amputees. A New Approach to Prosthetic Design The MIA Hand was created to be … Read more
Are you looking for powerful yet user-friendly landscaping software? Look no further than RhinoLands! This comprehensive tool integrates technical drawings, 3D models, automatic documentation, and visualisation tools to simplify your landscaping projects. RhinoLands is excellent for private and commercial gardens, urban planning and VFX design. Whether you’re a seasoned CAD software professional or just starting … Read more
SOLIDWORKS 2025 brings many exciting updates designed to enhance productivity, improve workflows, and deliver powerful tools for modern design and manufacturing. This version offers significant improvements across the board, from advanced rendering capabilities to expanded CNC machining and 3D printing functionalities. Whether you are optimising parts, assemblies, or drawings or leveraging cutting-edge collaboration tools, SOLIDWORKS … Read more
VisualARQ 3 brings many cool updates to the architectural Rhino Plugin. One of our favourites is the new Level Manager, which is a helpful way to manage floors in architectural designs. So, let’s dive into Level Manager In VisualARQ 3 in detail. The Level Manager is a panel in the UI which offers a powerful … Read more
SketchUp is a 3D modelling software that is widely used by architects, engineers, and designers. SketchUp Pro has been the go-to version for many years, but a more complete tier has been added relatively recently – SketchUp Studio. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of upgrading to SketchUp Studio. SketchUp Studio offers … Read more
In architectural design, communicating ideas with clarity can make a big difference. Stunning visualisations can take a concept that inspires to a design that makes stakeholders sit up and take note. Tools for visualisation in SketchUp can help you create work that wins work and gets people listening. While SketchUp is best known for its … Read more
xShape is a next-generation subdivision (Sub-D) modelling tool that runs entirely in your browser. Sub-D modelling works like digital clay, helping you to create complex shapes and smooth surfaces quickly and accurately. With simple Push/Pull tools and plenty of customisable options, xShape is perfect for beginners and experts alike. In SOLIDWORKS, the xShapes Sub-D modelling … Read more