VisualARQ V3 - Commercial Licence

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.