The Tools

World-class software for the Mac enables architects to explore, create and communicate with intuitive technology. Industry standard design tools for the Mac, include applications such as ArchiCAD and VectorWorks, and the award-winning SketchUp. Select from software such as PowerCADD or High Design for Drafting, and FastTrack Schedule and ArchiOffice for Project Management. And a wide array of Design/Visualization applications can help you use your Mac to share your creations through images, movies and walkthroughs. In addition, Apple’s creative suite of products, from Keynote 2 to Final Cut Studio, can help you bring your portfolio to life with stunning visual presentations and graphics.

OS X Tools
Mac Pro

The Hardware

Whether you need cutting-edge desktops and ultra- powerful notebooks, or cross-platform servers and richly beautiful flat-panel displays, Apple computers and hardware delivers function plus form to allow you to create on your terms.

OS X Leopard

The Platform

The Apple operating system, Mac OS X, is an innovative platform that combines power, security and stability with an open and graphical interface. And with built-in applications for email, instant messaging, contacts and calendaring, you can get right to work, right out of the box. Whether you’re creating the world’s tallest structure or the home of someone’s dreams, Mac OS X is the best environment for design.

Architecture Software

Initial Studies & Digital Photography

Powerful software on the Mac allows architects to efficiently research, explore and communicate architectural ideas. Learn More

Drafting software

Design & Drafting

Design & Drafting Communicating work through not only plans—but images, movies and walkthroughs—is essential for today’s architect. Learn More

Visualization & Communication

Share your vision with powerful communication tools. Learn More

Microsoft Office for Mac

Office & Project Management

Office & Project Management From estimating and billing software, to accounting and industry-standard Microsoft Office, project management tools on the Mac help architects to be a more productive businessperson. Learn More

Free Form Modeling

The complexity of an architectural project demands tight control, and architects need to be able to produce and handle text and numeric documents in addition to their project specific drawings and renderings. Learn More

Architecture Profiles

Seminars

  • Macbook Pro

    DWG On The Mac

    Free Online Seminar. Searching Inside DWG.

  • New to the Mac

    Watch this online seminar to pick up useful tips and valuable information to help you make the transition seamless.

  • Brand Your Business Better

    Learn how easy it is to leverage Apple designed tools and templates to show off your brand.

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Resources

Architosh

Founded by Anthony Frausto-Robledo, architosh contains product reviews, news, events and interviews relevant to the Mac-using architect. Visitors can also take advantage of special pricing on architectural software and hardware, as well as participate in industry specific forums.

AEC Insight Column

Macintosh supports the practice of design in the AEC world.

Xserve

Xserve Technology Overview

This uniquely Apple integration results in superior performance, unparalleled manageability, and increased uptime — enabling organizations to lower their total cost of ownership.

How to Buy and Get Support

Apple offers great ways to buy and get support for businesses.