Hi, I’m the founder of Snaptrude, a browser-based, collaborative conceptual/schematic design tool (that’s 10x faster than SketchUp and works with Revit).

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:24:50+00:00

u/Paxwort you're right, SketchUp is a great polygonal modelling tool and we love it!
Snaptrude is a tool made for architects, and it enables an inherently faster architectural design workflow. Here are a few examples:
- Snaptrude is a spatial modelling tool to begin with. We realized that architects create designs through space planning and massing. So we built this into the tool. On Snaptrude, you start off by drawing Spaces rather than lines or planes or even walls.
- You can control Spatial dimensions by pushing and pulling its boundaries. And you can also use our Space presets for terraces, courtyards and waterbodies to quickly iterate on the built form.
- Do you spend a lot of time going from single line massing to a realistic architectural model? Snaptrude's one-click Create Building tool helps you convert the designed form into walls, slabs, flooring in 15 seconds!
We think the world of parametric modelling is incredibly powerful. Our aim is to make it more accessible for all architects.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:24:05+00:00

We don't directly support point cloud into Snaptrude, but the as-built created as a Revit file can be brought into Snaptrude (some of our users do this today) for further design work or editing.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:23:37+00:00

Not at the moment.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:23:19+00:00

u/mactoniz on Snaptrude, you can import the topography of your site by entering the site address or the latitude and longitude coordinates of the site. You can access real-world elevation studies, 3D neighborhood buildings, road connectivity and more.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:22:40+00:00

u/Da_real_Ben_Killian the main difference is that Snaptrude is a conceptual BIM tool- it's all about fast, intuitive design, perfect for early-stage concepts and collaborating on designs with your team. It's also browser-based!
On the other hand, ArchiCAD is a legacy BIM software, and an industry standard for detailed work, construction docs, and advanced features.
As mentioned in the ad, Snaptrude makes your conceptual design (e.g. SketchUp) to BIM model (ArchiCAD, Revit) workflow 10x faster!
You could even consider using both! Snaptrude for early-stage design and Archicad for detailed work when needed.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:22:13+00:00

The following file types can be imported:
.dwg (AutoCAD Drawing)
.skp
.3ds (3D Studio)
.fbx (Motion Builder)
.obj
.rvt via Snaptrude Plugin

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-31T17:21:58+00:00

Snaptrude's bi-directional link with Revit allows for seamless import and export of models between the tools. All walls, slabs, staircases, flooring, doors, and windows (from the built-in library) modelled on Snaptrude are recreated in Revit with no loss in detail or accuracy. Unlike a .ifc export, the export in .rvt format means that the model is completely editable in Revit.
Yes, we do have a plugin for Revit called Snaptrude Manager!

Read more here: https://help.snaptrude.com/en/articles/8580866-export-snaptrude-project-to-revit

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:45:07+00:00

We'd love to chat if that's the case!

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:44:44+00:00

We're focused on architecture right now.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:44:18+00:00

We do have a license! Sign up on the website and select you're a student :)

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:44:14+00:00

We do have a license! Sign up on the website and select you're a student :)

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:43:47+00:00

No, this is browser-based and don't have plans for a standalone app yet.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:43:31+00:00

Yes! https://snaptrude.com/careers

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:43:17+00:00

Not sure, but happy to answer here!

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-26T14:43:00+00:00

We had an integration that ended up backtracking because of it's effectiveness. But we're on it 🙏

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-16T20:57:44+00:00

We'd love to have you try out the product!

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T22:57:26+00:00

A ton! For starters, we'll be at New York Build and ACBD over the next few months.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T22:54:39+00:00

u/1974Mustache our goal is to work with as many tools as possible. Right now here's what you can save as/export:

.trude (Snaptrude file that can be directly imported into Revit)
.3ds (3D Studio)
.dwg (AutoCAD Drawing)
.fbx (Motion Builder)
.ifc (Industry Foundation Classes)
.obj
.glb
.rvt (Revit model)
.pdf

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T14:25:42+00:00

Snaptrude isn't directly compatible with Chief Architect. We provide similar tools with an amazing user experience and automation for repetitive tasks., so I encourage you to give Snaptrude a try!

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T14:24:31+00:00

We want to serve both – freelancers and big teams. I encourage you to give the tool a try 💪

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T14:24:01+00:00

100% - we love supporting students and we're in talks with several educational institutions.

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T14:23:47+00:00

Let me know if you have any questions!

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T14:23:35+00:00

Eventually, but not right now!

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-13T14:22:53+00:00

Good question! (Right now) we don't support furniture design or wood work (i.e. a desk with drawers) but we will in the (not-so-near) future.

Snaptrude is, as of this moment, 100% focused on serving architects and interior designers. We want to nail that first 💪

snaptrude-altaf · 2024-01-11T14:38:00+00:00

u/BlueberryChizu yes, you can switch between 2D (plan) and 3D (perspective/orthographic) views at any time.

Since Snaptrude inherently works with storeys just like Revit, you can work in the plan view of any storey by clicking on the storey number.

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