Discover Smart BIM: An Interactive Guide to ArchiCAD is a nineteen chapter step by step training guide by author Ken Good. If you are an evaluator contemplating migrating to BIM, teacher, lecturer, student or commercial ArchiCAD user then this book will guide you through steps to produce a complete Virtual Building™ Model – covering the most important points such as modelling, visualisation, detailing, scheduling and documentation.

The book is written and presented in a graphically intensive format 244 page full color print/300+ color illustrations to provide clear and precise instructions for each stage. In addition to the printed book is downloadable media (Work Environment, Object Library and .pln files) which have been extensively tested by a panel of new and experienced ArchiCAD users.

Designing, building and managing a building is a highly complex process that requires smooth communication and collaboration among all members of the project team. The aim of Graphisoft’s Collaboration Guide is to provide a detailed overview of the various collaboration techniques in ArchiCAD and their strategic use in the architectural office.

The ArchiCAD for AutoCAD Users Book 2009 Edition is designed to quickly make you productive in ArchiCAD by leveraging what you already know about AutoCAD. This book provides a detailed description about Virtual Building architectural design, the documentation workflow and explains the concepts of ArchiCAD as opposed to merely adapting AutoCAD working methods.

The Missing Book is an in-depth guide for Artlantis beginners and a good reference for advanced users. Besides the explanation of the individual program commands and tools, it also delves into the purpose of each function through practical use and provides recommendations on how to maximise program implementation. The Missing book provides a number of tips and tricks for final quality optimisation including methods for photorealistic rendering techniques/animations together with advice on lighting and textures.