Good 3D Architecture Program/s

[TheJeffsta]

I have found a really good program called SketchUp from @Last Software which allows you to create 3D environments, buildings, etc. It is used be architects and designers a like. Although it is normally easy to use, some bits may take a while to get used to. It is really great, Windows are see through (using 'glass and transperent' paint catagory) and allows you to see the walls inside etc. It allows you to view your building/environment in colour, lines only and many more views.

To try it, you can download an 8 hour trial version by filling in the form at
http://www.sketchup.com/?title=download page

or download the trail directly from
http://download.sketchup.com/30ED6/InstallSketchUpW5.0.150ENA.exe

As a rating, I would give this program a 9/10 at the least. Good work @Last Software Inc.

Note: If you want to buy it, it can cost up to $500 ($99 for users of previous versions to upgrade)

 

[CKG690]

Eh. I use Chief Architect. That software ROCKS!

 

[Spartan Erik]

Old thread, but I would like to mention that Google has now made SketchUp as part of its new beta programs released to the public.

http://sketchup.google.com/

It's a great program.. you can create 3D images instantly without any trouble!

Here's an image I made in 10 seconds: (hosted on x10 free server so image might go up/down)

 

[nightscream]

I never used it
but it's from google probably good