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2D CAD for Architects, Engineers, and Construction

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What is AEC CAD Software?

The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries are driven by vision and innovation. They reach for the sky, but their dreams are built on the solid foundation that CAD software for architects provides. The best software combines the ability to create accurate, high-quality concepts and drawings with the flexibility to adapt to changing needs. 

CAD for architects, engineers, and construction helps you:

  • Conceptualize new projects and ideas
  • Explore design tradeoffs
  • View, create, and edit DWG files
  • Create sections, elevations, floor plans, renderings, and more
  • Easily draft, annotate, and dimension drawings
  • Communicate effectively with clients and suppliers
  • Connect people and data, across teams and around the world
What Is Architectural CAD Software?

Top Benefits of CAD for Architects, Engineers, and Construction (AEC)

AEC and CAD have a long history. Many architecture, engineering, and construction firms have already left the days of paper and vellum behind, but it could be time to reevaluate your CAD software. Whether you work in commercial, residential, mixed use, or renovations, the best CAD programs for architects and related professions will provide these benefits.
 

Accelerate the Design Cycle
Improve Accuracy and Quality
Win More Proposals

Features of the Best CAD Programs for Architects

Saves time with automated processes, standardized architectural symbols, and customizable APIs

Automation

Saves time with automated processes, standardized architectural symbols, and customizable APIs

Integrations

Integrations

Integrates seamlessly with your existing technology and imports, views, and edits a variety of file types

Communication

Communication

Connects off-site employees and clients with real-time information to accelerate sign-offs and approvals

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Why Should AEC Professionals Choose DraftSight?

DraftSight is a trusted 2D CAD for architects, engineers, and construction from the makers of SOLIDWORKS. Our feature-rich software lets you create, edit, view, and mark up any DWG file. You can create 3D solids, meshes, and faces, or convert your 2D designs into 3D. Discover how DraftSight lets you design and construct with confidence.

Collaborate

  • Securely review and share files from any device
  • Interact live and make edits easily
  • Coordinate project plans and see real-time progress tracking

Optimize

  • Leverage flexible planning, forecasting, and resource allocation tools
  • Continuously optimize
  • Import and manage a wide variety of file formats

Save

  • Expand team access to CAD for architects with lighter hardware requirements
  • Get greater licensing flexibility and a better price
  • Support legacy users
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AEC Tools

Explore Our CAD Software for Architects, Engineers, and Construction

Facilities Team Drives Efficiency and Collaboration with DraftSight

See how the Dassault Systèmes facilities team accelerated design cycles and improved collaboration and decision making with DraftSight.

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See What Our AEC CAD Software Can Do for You

Advanced 2D Drafting

Advanced 2D Drafting

Professional 2D CAD for architects and related industries with powerful time-saving tools and the file compatibility you need

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Cloud Collaboration

Share, mark up, store, and manage files in the cloud to streamline communication and approvals

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Cloud Collaboration