| Things are getting exciting here at
Nemetschek North America. We're off to a great start in 2004 with
some great reviews in trade publications. Of course, we know that
VectorWorks continues to get better and better, but it's always
nice to see it in print! Desktop Engineering, Macworld,
Woodshop News, and Architosh are just a few
publications talking about VectorWorks this month. Check our website
in the coming weeks for links to the articles.
We had a great show in Las Vegas last month. VectorWorks had a
prominent booth at the National Association of Home Builders Show.
The demonstrations were always well attended, and every CAD consultant
we brought was busy on his feet the whole time. Next up for us
is the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT)
Show in Long Beach, California from March 18 - 20. If you'll be
in the area, stop by our booth. Drop an email to Kevin Linzey,
if you'd like a free show pass: klinzey@nemetschek.net
We'll also be heading down to Florida on March 26 and 27 to talk
with landscape architecture students at LABASH. This annual meeting
is a great opportunity to demonstrate CAD to future landscape
design professionals.
Even though our Fall Sony Monitor Giveaway is over, we still have
the final winner to share with you. December's winner- Gorny Garcia
Architects, of Danville, CA.- is featured in our Firm Profile
column.
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| FIRM
PROFILE |
Gorny &
Garcia Architects, LLP
Danville, California |
Joseph
Gorny and Francis Garcia formed the partnership Gorny &
Garcia Architects, LLP in 1999. Their home office is located
in Danville, CA, east of San Francisco. Both partners had
success individually, but realized that they could build
a dynamic, successful firm if they joined forces. |
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The company specializes in residential architecture, from
entry level multi-family housing to high-end custom homes.
Although the custom home market forms the core of the company's
work, both partners strive to bring elements of custom home
design into their multi-unit projects. They also do smaller
scale commercial projects, such as wineries and golf course
clubhouses. They prefer commercial projects with a social
aspect which integrates well with their residential work. |
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The firm utilizes 3D design at all phases of the work, from
pre-design and design review presentations through interior
architecture and lighting. Mr. Gorny has been using Vectorworks
(Minicad) for 3D design since 1996 and is experimenting
with the use of 3D modelling to produce construction documents
and eliminate the traditional 2D drafting associated with
most architectural drawing. Most recently, he has been using
the new Apple post-production applications to produce high
quality architectural video productions for their clients.
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Mr. Garcia, with his background
in fine arts, brings his artistic eye to all phases of the
work. His dedication to the art of architectural drawing
keeps the firm comitted to producing high quality graphics,
whether hand drawn or computer generated. His careful attention
to light, shadow and surface texture helps to bring the
computer models to life.
In addition to outside drafting support, the company contracts with
designers such as Tiger Rose Designs in Mill Valley, CA, who provides
interior design services on key projects, and Rick Erickson of Port
Townsend, WA, who provides 3D modelling and computer graphics support. The company has also integrated
landscape architecture into their work by associating with
Martin Hoffman Landscape Architecture, also in Danville.
The partners feel that the flexibility provided by the use
of outside consultants helps them to tailor staffing to
meet clients needs and schedules. |
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This approach was particularly successful
on the recently completed Castlewood Country Club project.
The team approach helped them complete a complex project
with a competent staff which included consultants who specialize
in all phases of the work, including restaurant design and
interiors of hospitality projects.
Gorny & Garcia Architects strives to produce architecture
that is fun, timeless and permanent, not born of specific
styles. Whether doing modern or traditional design, they
try to create an architecture that is truly classic.
For more information, they can be contacted at www.GornyandGarcia.com
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| How do
I export a VectorWorks' worksheet to Excel? |
With the Export Worksheet
command in VectorWorks, you can easily open Wall Take Offs, Window
and Door Schedules, or any other worksheet in Excel.
If a worksheet is already on the drawing, first the worksheet
will need to be open. (Figure
1a) To open a worksheet already on the drawing, go to the
Resource Browser and select the worksheet. Right-click (Win) or
Option-click (one button Mac mouse) on the desired worksheet and
select "Open". (Figure
1b) The worksheet should be open right on the screen. (Figure
1c)
To export the worksheet, go to File>Export>Export Worksheet. (Figure
1d)
An "Export Worksheet" dialog box will appear. Select "Tab" and
"All Rows". (Figure
1e) The "Tab" here means the file will be exported in a tab
delimited format. If a portion of the worksheet is highlighted
while going to File>Export>Export Worksheet, selecting "Selected
Rows" in the "Export Worksheet" dialog box will only export those
rows.
After clicking "OK" a "Save" dialog box appears. Enter the file
name and click "Save". (Figure
1f)
Now that the worksheet has been exported, it can be opened in
Excel or any other Tab delimited supported text program.
Open Excel. Go to File>Open and select the exported worksheet file. (Figure
1g)
A Text Import Wizard may appear. Select "delimited" and click
on Next. (Figure
1h)
Click "Next" at the second Import Wizard screen and then click
Finish. (Figure
1i)
The exported VectorWorks worksheet now appears as a sheet in Excel.
(Figure
1j) |
| How can
I render in VectorWorks and export the drawing as an image? |
| The Render Bitmap Tool
is an easy solution for your rendering-to-image needs. The Render
Bitmap tool renders based on Custom RenderWorks settings. Before
using the Render Bitmap tool, Custom RenderWorks settings should
be verified. To set Custom RenderWorks settings, go to View> Custom
RenderWorks settings.
To use the Render Bitmap tool, set your drawing with the desired
layer and class visibility settings and 3D view. Select the Render
Bitmap Tool from the Rendering palette. (Figure
2a) The selection arrow will turn into a crosshair. You are
going to marquee around the portion of the drawing you want to
render. To do this, click in one of the corners within your desired
rendering area and drag diagonally to the opposite corner. (Figures
2b and 2c)
The rendering will calculate and begin to render. When finished,
the selected item is the bitmap image. (Figure
2D) The bitmap can then be copied, moved, deleted, duplicated,
and resized. (Figure
2e) |
| News |
| VectorWorks
Users Showcased in Woodshop News |
| The cover story of February's
Woodshop News is the partnership of VectorWorks designers Dave Boykin and Tom Pearce of Denver, CO. In addition to profiling their work, spanning over 25 years, the article highlights their reliance on CAD (specifically VectorWorks) for much of their design needs. Check Nemetschek's website soon for a link to the complete article. |
| Nemetschek
North America Posts 2004 VectorWorks Training Schedule |
| Nemetschek North America
announced the schedule for its VectorWorks training, the Professional
Learning Series. The Professional Learning Series training offers
VectorWorks users the opportunity to hone their VectorWorks skills,
as well as introducing users to the latest VectorWorks technology.
The series consists of two seminars: the VectorWorks Fundamentals
seminar, a comprehensive two-day seminar, and the VectorWorks
Hands-On on 3D seminar. |
| Architosh
Talks to Sean Flaherty, CTO About G5 Speed Test Results |
| Sean Flaherty, Chief
Techonology Officer at Nemetschek North America, talks to Architosh
about the Apple G5 and what it means for VectorWorks performance.
Architosh and Nemetschek North America make public internal test
scores that demonstrate the G5's phenomenal CAD and 3D performance
compared to other processors including the G4 and Intel Xcon. |
| VectorWorks
Wins "Modeling Shootout" |
| February's issue of
Desktop Engineering includes a head to head comparison
between VectorWorks and form•Z's performances in OS X. According
to the article, "VectorWorks is the mighty Titan." Check
Nemetschek's website in the coming weeks for a link to the complete
article. |
| Employment
Opportunities |
| SALES
Nemetschek North America (Sales) is seeking enthusiastic individuals
with strong communication skills and positive attitudes to be
part of its flourishing team. Positions being filled are for entry
level sales representatives, and customer service representatives.
Qualified sales candidates must be able to learn and sell the
VectorWorks line of products. Qualified customer service candidates
must have strong communication skills and be able to work with
database software. Interested parties, please send a fax or email
to (410) 290-7266 or sales@nemetschek.net. |
| ACADEMIC |
| For
a complete listing of schools using VectorWorks, visit www.nemetschek.net/training/Schools.html
Kean University, Yellow Medicine East High School, Purchase College,
Menomonie Senior High, Norfolk Jr. High, Montana State University,
California State San Berdino Theater, Nebraska Wesleyan University,
St. Ambrose University, Harper College, Chesapeake High School
(BCPS), Baker University, Academy of Art College, Bridgewater
State College, University Of Wisconsin Madison, University of
New Orleans, University of Maryland, Occidental College, Community
Colleges of Spokane, Ball State University, Pomfret School
To add your school to the list of schools that teach VectorWorks,
please email our Education CAD consultant Mike Bendler at mikeb@nemetschek.net |
| Upcoming Events |
| Trade Shows |
Date |
Location |
| USITT |
March 18 - 20 |
Long Beach, CA (Booth #780) |
| LABASH |
March 26 - 27 |
Gainesville, FL (U of Florida) |
| Training Seminars |
Date |
Location |
| VectorWorks
Fundamentals |
February 12 - 13 |
Columbia, MD |
| VectorWorks
Fundamentals |
February 24 - 25 |
Houston, TX |
| VectorWorks
Hands-on 3D |
February 26 - 27 |
Houston, TX |
| VectorWorks
Fundamentals |
March 9 -10 |
Columbia, MD |
| VectorWorks
Hands-on 3D |
March 11 - 12 |
Columbia, MD |
| VectorWorks
Fundamentals |
March 23 - 24 |
Boston, MA |
| VectorWorks
Hands-on 3D |
March 25 - 26 |
Boston, MA |
| AIA Accreditation
NNA is pleased to offer AIA Continuing Education credit
for our seminars. Architects can earn 16 learning units
by attending the VectorWorks Fundamentals course, and 8
learning units by attending the VectorWorks Hands-on 3D
course. For additional information, contact marketing@nemetschek.net |
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