ArchiCAD 12 maintains the same look and feel of ArchiCAD 10 and 11 but it is loaded with many new and improved features. To learn more about the new features you can read the rest of this page, view or download the ArchiCAD 12 New Features Brochures or view the New Features Video Clips.

ArchiCAD 12 New Features List:

Speed ArchiCAD 12 is the first application to fully exploit the benefits of today’s standard multi-core processors during the most frequently used BIM modeling and documentation operations such as creating 3D views, sections and elevations as well as panning and zooming in 2D on large floor plans and layouts.
Curtain Wall Enables users to easily design and document curtain wall systems. Based upon a flexible hierarchical structure of schemes, physical members and additional accessories, users can easily control & change both the entire system or the smallest detail.
Partial Structure Display Enables users to work in the information rich composite structure of walls and slabs while being able to easily coordinate the loadbearing structure with engineers.
Hotlink Module Management Management & visualization of the whole Hotlink structure and recursive updates of nested Hotlinks provides reduced file size and increased update speed. Users will benefit from greater productivity and better coordination when using Hotlink Modules, especially on large projects.
StairMaker Enhancements More flexible 2D display of stairs to achieve higher productivity in the documentation and also new 2D stair symbols to comply with the local documentation standards. Four new stair types expand the default assortment of standard stair types in key markets.
3D Document Allows users to use any 3D view of the model for creating a document where dimensions, annotations and 2D drawing elements may be added. This new level of clarity in communication helps reduce construction issues which can increase cost and lengthen project schedule.
Fill Enhancements ArchiCAD 12 introduces new Fill capabilities, including translucent solid and image fills and transparent gradient fills. These capabilities allow architects to remain in the ArchiCAD environment while preparing documents for competitions and client presentations.
Nudge Users may now select any object in 2D or 3D and nudge them in a manner similar to popular office applications. These familiar features will speed the design and document generation experience.
Align & Distribute Users may now select any objects in 2D or 3D and align and distribute them by placing elements along a certain path or in a defined pattern. These capabilities will speed the design and document generation experience.
DWG 2008 Import Export New capabilities include ACIS import, purge unused attributes, transfer all layouts into DWG model space and merge multiple layouts into a single DWG file.
Dimensioning Input Logic Allows users to visualize dimension lines and adjust dimension points on the fly providing more flexibility.
Drawing “PMK” format This is a native ArchiCAD drawing format which provides users with a flexible workflow when the project is divided among multiple files.