Archicad 27: Goodies

Archicad 27, released with features like Designer-Developer Workflow improvements and enhanced Surface Texture management, is more powerful than ever. However, veteran users know that out-of-the-box software rarely addresses every niche need. Common pain points that Goodies solve include:

Archicad 27 Goodies are a collection of free add-ons developed by Graphisoft to provide specialized tools and niche features that are not included in the standard Archicad installation. Graphisoft Overview of Archicad 27 Goodies

are not just gimmicky extras; they are essential tools that can save you hundreds of hours per year. From the power of the Attribute Manager to the flexibility of Python scripts, these small utilities fill the gaps that even the best software inevitably leaves open.

Vanilla Archicad 27 is a solid BIM tool. But is a custom-built powerhouse tailored to your specific workflow. Whether you choose free scripts from the community, premium add-ons like Landworks or dRofus, or build your own Python automation, the right goodies will:

How to Find and Use Goodies After Installation

Whenever Graphisoft releases an official Hotfix or update for Archicad 27, check if a corresponding update is required for the Goodies suite to maintain stability. Graphisoft Overview of Archicad 27 Goodies are not

: Enables the import of 3D objects from .3ds file formats.

Instead of manually modeling individual corrugated metal sheets or complex siding profiles, the Accessories tool binds a secondary GDL object to your parent wall, slab, or roof. If you move or edit the wall, the cladding automatically updates to match. 3. Check Duplicates

This is incredibly useful for creating irregular, undulating architectural roofs, or transforming site survey data into structural roof components for specific structural calculations. 7. Profiler But is a custom-built powerhouse tailored to your

: Converts mesh surfaces into roof planes, useful for modeling complex, irregular roof shapes derived from site data.

Make sure to close Archicad before running the installer, or you'll run into an error.

Goodies do not all sit in one place. Once installed, they distribute themselves logically. For example, Check Duplicates is usually found under Design > Design Extras , while Interior Wizard resides under Design > Design Extras > Interior Wizard .