Build the desired object on the floor plan or in 3D using standard tools like . Select all the components of your custom design.
Use standard Archicad tools (Slabs, Morphs, Walls, Roofs, and Columns) to model your custom object at a 1:1 scale directly in the floor plan or 3D window.
Shared libraries used in Teamwork projects, hosted on a BIMcloud server. 2. Management Tools Archicad Basic Concepts - Libraries - Graphisoft Community archicad library
The Embedded Library is stored directly inside the specific Archicad project file. This is the ideal place to store project-specific objects, such as a custom reception desk, a unique window profile, or localized signage.
The Archicad library offers numerous benefits to architects, engineers, and builders, including: Build the desired object on the floor plan
The Archicad library is constantly evolving, with new objects and features being added regularly. Graphisoft and the Archicad community are working together to:
: You model different versions of your object (Full, Simplified, and Schematic detail levels) using standard Archicad tools like Walls, Slabs, or Morphs. Levels of Detail Shared libraries used in Teamwork projects, hosted on
Storing large objects or textures here increases the .PLN file size and can slow down performance. BIMcloud / Server Libraries
Mastering the Archicad Library is essential for maintaining healthy, high-performing BIM models. By organizing your Linked Libraries, keeping your Embedded Library lean, resolving duplicates immediately, and utilizing Container Files, you ensure that your design workflow remains uninterrupted. Treat your libraries as a curated digital asset ecosystem, and your productivity will scale alongside your projects.