VA - Virtual Architecture

VA is an abbreviation for Virtual Architecture. VA - Virtual Architecture is a 2D-/3D-CAD- visualization software used on personal computer systems.

VA - Virtual Architecture is a planning and project software, with which simultaneously plan and photo-realistically architectural illustrations can be represented. Objects, i.e. walls, doors, windows, stairs and roof, can be placed in the 2D project environment. Planning can also be done in 3D. This enables the 3D control of drafting elements possible for both the
entire building and all its construction details. In this 3D environment illumination effects of objects and single rooms can be examined and controlled. Due to calculating the position of the sun, the interior lighting conditions can be rendered realistically.
A Walkthrough is also possible. This is supported by a real-time visualization of virtual architecture.

VA has 2 working modes: A 2D Construction Mode and a 3D Design Mode. In the 3D Design Mode several views can be displayed like: wire frame, textured, hidden line, etc.

In both modes is an import and export protocol included. VA - Virtual Architecture projects can be exported as DXF, HPGL, VRML, Enhanced Windows Metafiles, 3DS, .dwg, acp, and pcf.

The range of products is a complete solution to many architectural and design professionals. It goes from the VA ApartmentDesigner up to the VA HouseDesigner Professional.

Criticism

* It only runs under newer version of Microsoft Windows; Apple's Mac is not supported
* VA only supports the Metric system
* The building cost estimation is only available in Euro
* The interface is static and can't be changed
* The VA interface is not clearly arranged and it takes time to get used to it

VA supports following operating systems:

* Windows XP
* Windows Vista

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