Graphisoft Launches Archicad 28 to Drive BIM Adoption in Mexico

Graphisoft, a global leader in Building Information Modeling (BIM) software for architects, is launching a new range of solutions in Mexico in the latest update of its Archicad solution. This release reinforces Graphisoft’s dedication to advancing digitalization within Mexico’s construction industry by providing cutting-edge tools that include AI-powered intelligent design and enhanced remote collaboration capabilities.

The newly launched Archicad 28 stands out thanks to its seamless integration of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), which allows architects and builders to immerse themselves in project visualizations from the earliest stages of design. This immersive experience enhances decision making, minimizes errors, and accelerates adaptation to changing market demands.

Graphisoft also offers the BIMcloud, a platform that facilitates real-time collaboration from remote locations, ensuring efficient and secure teamwork for distributed project teams. With 85% of Mexican construction companies identifying collaborative technologies as vital for competitiveness over the next five years, BIMcloud’s role is becoming increasingly significant. 

As Mexico’s construction industry embraces the digital transformation driven by the adoption of AI and collaborative technologies, Graphisoft is poised to be a key player in this shift. The construction sector is projected to grow between 3% and 5% by the end of 2024, according to the Mexican Chamber of the Construction Industry (CMIC). This growth underscores the need for technologies that optimize workflows and reduce project delivery times — roles in which BIM and tools like Archicad are essential.

Archicad 28’s new AI features are designed for sustainable building practices, automating tasks like documentation and energy efficiency assessments. These innovations allow for faster project completion while focusing on resource optimization, a crucial advantage as the demand for sustainable construction rises in Mexico.

Energy efficiency is becoming a top priority in Mexican real estate developments, and Graphisoft addresses this need through tools like Solibri Inside and the Rhino-Grasshopper-Archicad integration. These tools enable architects to quickly assess multiple design options, improving sustainability and overall building performance.

Graphisoft’s BIMmTool further enhances workflows through Point Cloud technology, which improves the management of large data volumes — critical for rehabilitation and large-scale infrastructure projects. In a country with growing demand for modern, sustainable infrastructure, these technologies are becoming indispensable.

Graphisoft’s collaborative platforms, like BIMcloud, are reshaping how geographically distributed projects are managed in Mexico, says the company. Further innovations, such as DDScad for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, empower engineers to design more efficient, sustainable building systems. Enhanced connectivity with DIALux evo also supports cutting-edge lighting design, contributing to the creation of more energy-efficient and sustainable buildings.