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[3D Graphics Software](#3d-graphics-software)\n  - [3D Rendering Engines](#3d-rendering-engines)\n  - [BIM Software](#bim-software)\n  - [Building Management](#building-management)\n  - [CAD Software](#cad-software)\n  - [Data Visualization Applications](#data-visualization-applications)\n  - [Data Visualization Libraries](#data-visualization-libraries)\n  - [General Productivity Software](#general-productivity-software)\n  - [GIS Software](#gis-software)\n  - [Layout Software](#layout-software)\n  - [Network Attached Storage](#network-attached-storage)\n  - [Node-based Generative Design Software](#node-based-generative-design-software)\n  - [Project Management Software](#project-management-software)\n  - [Raster Graphics Software](#raster-graphics-software)\n  - [Script-based Design Applications](#script-based-design-applications)\n  - [Structural Analysis Software](#structural-analysis-software)\n  - [Vector Graphics Software](#vector-graphics-software)\n- [Libraries](#libraries)\n  - [Models and Textures](#models-and-textures)\n  - [Product Catalogues](#product-catalogues)\n- [Web Applications](#web-applications)\n  - [Design Applications](#design-applications)\n  - [Structural Analysis Applications](#structural-analysis-applications)\n- [Provisions](#provisions)\n  - [Building Regulations](#building-regulations)\n- [Resources](#resources)\n  - [Audio](#audio)\n  - [Reading](#reading)\n  - [Videos](#videos)\n- [Other Awesome Lists](#other-awesome-lists)\n  - [Software Addons lists](#software-addons-lists)\n  - [Software Wiki lists](#software-wiki-lists)\n- [Contributing](#contributing)\n\n# Software\nArchitectural management and design software.\n\n## 3D Graphics Software\n\n- [Blender](http://www.blender.org/) - 3D animation suite.\n  - [Enhanced 3D Cursor](https://github.com/dairin0d/enhanced-3d-cursor)\n  - [Sverchok](https://github.com/nortikin/sverchok)\n  - [TinyCAD ](https://github.com/zeffii/mesh_tiny_cad)\n\n## 3D Rendering Engines\n\n- [POV-Ray](https://github.com/POV-Ray/povray) - Persistence of Vision Raytracer.\n- [YafaRay](https://github.com/YafaRay/libYafaRay) - Raytracing engine.\n\n## CAD Software\nComputer-Aided Design Software\n\n*There aren't yet powerful open-source CAD applications but we can list promising here.*\n\n## General Productivity Software\n\n- [ConvertAll](https://github.com/doug-101/ConvertAll) - Unit conversion program.\n- [LibreOffice](http://libreoffice.org/) - Office suite.\n- [Pandoc](https://github.com/jgm/pandoc/) - Universal markup converter.\n- [Visual Studio Code](https://github.com/Microsoft/vscode/) - Text editor.\n\n## GIS Software\nGeographic Information System\n\n- [GRASS GIS](http://grass.osgeo.org/) - Geographic Resources Analysis Support System suite.\n- [OpenMapTiles](https://openmaptiles.org/) - Set of open-source tools for self-hosting of OpenStreetMap maps.\n- [PostGIS](http://postgis.net/) - Spatial database extender for [PostgreSQL](https://www.postgresql.org/).\n- [QGIS](http://www.qgis.org/) - User friendly Geographic Information System tool.\n\n## BIM Software\nBuilding Information Modeling\n\n- [ifcOpenShell](http://www.ifcopenshell.org/) - The open source IFC toolkit and geometry engine.\n\n## Building Management\n\n- [Home Assistant](https://github.com/home-assistant/home-assistant) - Home automation platform.\n\n## Structural Analysis Software\n\n- [Agros2D](http://www.agros2d.org/) - Multiplatform application based on the [Hermes](http://www.hpfem.org/hermes/) library.\n- [anaStruct](https://github.com/ritchie46/anaStruct) - Analyse 2D Frames and trusses for slender structures.\n- [deal.II](https://github.com/dealii/dealii) - Finite element library.\n- [Hermes](http://www.hpfem.org/hermes/) - C++ library for rapid development of adaptive FEM solvers.\n- [section-properties](https://github.com/robbievanleeuwen/section-properties) - Cross-Section Analysis.\n\n## Layout Software\n\n- [Scribus](http://www.scribus.net/) - Professional page layout.\n\n## Network Attached Storage\n\n- [FreeNAS](http://www.freenas.org/) - NAS software based on FreeBSD.\n\n## Node-based Generative Design Software\nNode-based GUIs for data visualizations and generative design.\n\n- [NodeBox](https://www.nodebox.net/) - Generative design GUI.\n\n## Project Management Software\n\n- [Odoo](https://github.com/odoo/odoo) - All-in-one management software.\n- [OpenStudio](https://github.com/NREL/OpenStudio) - Building energy modeling tools.\n\n## Raster Graphics Software\n\n- [Gimp](http://www.gimp.org/) - GNU Image Manipulation Program.\n\n## Script-based Design Applications\n\n- [CadQuery](https://github.com/CadQuery/cadquery) - CadQuery is for 3D CAD what jQuery is for Javascript. Uses Python.\n- [ImplicitCAD](http://www.implicitcad.org/) - Programmatic CAD.\n- [Open CASCADE](http://www.opencascade.com/) - Development platform for 3D CAD, CAM, CAE.\n- [JSCAD](https://github.com/jscad/OpenJSCAD.org) - Libraries for 3D models, as well as 2D models.\n- [OpenSCAD](https://github.com/openscad/openscad) - Solid 3D CAD objects design.\n- [Processing](https://processing.org/) - Software sketchbook and language.\n- [PythonOCC](https://github.com/tpaviot/pythonocc-core) - A Python wrapper for the [Open CASCADE Community Edition](https://github.com/tpaviot/oce) library.\n- [three.js](http://threejs.org/) - JavaScript 3D library.\n- [X3DOM](https://github.com/x3dom/x3dom) - Framework and runtime for 3D graphics on the web.\n\n## Data Visualization Applications\n\n- [Mayavi](https://github.com/enthought/mayavi) - Application and library for interactive scientific data visualization and 3D plotting in Python.\n- [ParaView](https://github.com/Kitware/ParaView) - Multi-platform data analysis and visualization application.\n\n## Data Visualization Libraries\n\n- [Chart.js](https://github.com/chartjs/Chart.js) - JavaScript charting for designers \u0026 developers.\n- [D3](https://github.com/mbostock/d3) - JavaScript visualization library for HTML and SVG.\n- [VTK](https://github.com/Kitware/VTK) - Visualization toolkit.\n\n## Vector Graphics Software\n\n- [FontForge](http://fontforge.github.io/) - Font editor.\n- [Inkscape](https://inkscape.org/) - Vector graphics editor.\n\n# Libraries\n\n## Models and Textures\n\n- [3D Warehouse](https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/)\n- [Blend Swap](http://www.blendswap.com/) - Free Blender 3D assets.\n- [Blender for Architecture](http://blender-archi.tuxfamily.org/) - Architectural design.\n- [Syncronia](http://www.syncronia.com/)\n\n## Product Catalogues\n\n- [archiproducts](http://www.archiproducts.com/ ) - Worldwide source for architecture and design products.\n- [eboss](http://www.eboss.co.nz/) - New Zealand's leading product suppliers.\n\n# Web Applications\n\n## Design Applications\n\n- [Adobe Color CC](https://color.adobe.com/) - Color wheel.\n- [MURO](http://muro.deviantart.com/) - Graphics editor.\n\n## Structural Analysis Applications\n\n- [STRIAN](http://structural-analyser.com/) - Bidimensional structural analyser.\n\n# Provisions\n\n## Building Regulations\nGeneral Building Regulations\n\n- [EUR-Lex](http://eur-lex.europa.eu/) - Europe Legislation\n- [European Commission](http://ec.europa.eu/) - Europe Commission Regulations\n\n# Resources\nVarious resources such as books and articles\n\n## Audio\nAwesome Audio Resources\n\n- [Canadian Centre for Architecture](https://itunes.apple.com/it/podcast/canadian-centre-for-architecture/id269869174?mt=2) - Selections from the CCA program of exhibitions, lectures, and conferences.\n\n## Reading\nAwesome Architecture-releated reading materials\n\n- [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/) - Plataforma Networks Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide.\n- [world-architects](http://www.world-architects.com/en) - Profiles of Selected Architects.\n\n## Videos\nAwesome Architecture-related films and television series\n\n- [Grand Designs](http://www.channel4.com/programmes/grand-designs/)\n\n# Other Awesome Lists\nList of lists\n\n## Software Addons lists\n\n- [gbXML software](http://gbxml.org/software.php)\n\n## Software Wiki lists\n\n- [List of 3D modeling software](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_3D_modeling_software)\n- [List of 3D rendering software](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_3D_rendering_software)\n\n# Contributing\n\nPlease see [CONTRIBUTING](https://github.com/i5ar/awesome-architecture/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md) for details.\n","projects_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/lists/i5ar%2Fawesome-architecture/projects"}