VisualARQ V3 - Commercial Licence

VisualARQ V3 - Commercial LicenceVisualARQ 3 is a comprehensive Flexible BIM plugin for Rhino 3D, designed to streamline the architectural design process. It introduces fully parametric architectural objects walls, windows, doors, and stairs that integrate directly into the Rhino interface, allowing seamless transition from freeform 3D modelling to professional 2D documentation. Version 3 expands these capabilities with enhanced Grasshopper integration, enabling custom parametric

VisualARQ 3 is a comprehensive Flexible BIM plugin for Rhino 3D, designed to streamline the architectural design process. It introduces fully parametric architectural objects — walls, windows, doors, and stairs — that integrate directly into the Rhino interface, allowing seamless transition from freeform 3D modelling to professional 2D documentation.

Version 3 expands these capabilities with enhanced Grasshopper integration, enabling custom parametric objects without coding. An essential tool for architects requiring IFC-compliant data exchange while maintaining the creative freedom of Rhino's NURBS environment.

Key Features

• Parametric Architectural Objects — Create and edit dynamic walls, doors, windows, columns, and stairs with customisable dimensions and styles.
• Automated 2D Documentation — Generate real-time floor plans, sections, elevations, and schedules directly from your 3D model.
• IFC Import & Export — Seamless collaboration with Revit, ArchiCAD, and other BIM tools via industry-standard IFC file support.
• Grasshopper Styles — Create custom parametric objects driven by Grasshopper definitions, usable by any Rhino user without opening the canvas.
• Dynamic Sectioning — Visualise and document interior spaces instantly with real-time sectioning tools that update as the model changes.
• BIM Data Management — Assign custom data and parameters to any geometry for quantities take-off and reporting.
• Hidden Line Vector Output — Produce clean, high-quality vector drawings for professional presentations and technical construction sets.

Use Cases

• Architects — Developing complex building designs requiring both organic geometry and BIM compliance.
• Urban Planners — Generating large-scale site layouts with parametric elements to iterate on density and spatial planning.
• Interior Designers — Creating detailed interior layouts with automated schedules for furniture, finishes, and fixtures.
• Civil Engineers — Using IFC export to coordinate structural elements with architectural models in multi-disciplinary projects.
• Modular Builders — Designing custom parametric components for prefabricated construction requiring precise manufacturing data.

Compatibility

• Rhino Version — Requires Rhino 7 or Rhino 8
• Windows — Windows 11 or 10
• macOS — Not supported. VisualARQ is Windows only.
• Plugin Dependencies — None; designed for deep integration with Grasshopper

System Requirements

• Minimum — Mirrors Rhino 7 or 8 host requirements; 8 GB RAM; 500 MB additional disk space
• Recommended — 16 GB+ RAM, SSD storage, NVIDIA or AMD graphics card with 4 GB+ VRAM

FAQs

• Is VisualARQ a perpetual licence? Yes. A one-time purchase with no monthly or yearly subscription fees.
• Does it work on Rhino for Mac? No. VisualARQ is Windows only and is not compatible with macOS.
• Can I use VisualARQ with Grasshopper? Yes. A dedicated Grasshopper components library automates architectural object creation and BIM data management parametrically.
• What is IFC and why does it matter? IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) is the universal BIM file format. VisualARQ exports IFC files compatible with Revit, ArchiCAD, and other BIM tools.
• Do I need to be a Rhino expert? Familiarity with Rhino helps, but VisualARQ's intuitive toolbar makes it accessible for users transitioning from traditional CAD software.