Using native ArchiCAD, the team spent 40 hours manually drawing balcony railings and roof flashings. When the structural engineer moved a column, all railings broke.
Roof detailing can be a nightmare for documentation. Cadimage Tools simplifies this with parametric rafters, fascia, gutters, and battens. cadimage tools
Originally founded in in Auckland, New Zealand, the Cadimage Group was a private developer of multimedia and design software. In August 2016 , the group was acquired by Central Innovation . More recently, as of early 2026, Graphisoft (the creators of Archicad) took over CI Innovation, leading to further integration of these tools into the official Archicad ecosystem. Compatibility and Access Using native ArchiCAD, the team spent 40 hours
Compare a standard Archicad stair or cabinet build against one utilizing Cadimage Cabinets or Stairs . More recently, as of early 2026, Graphisoft (the
Conclusion Cadimage Tools provide pragmatic, BIM-aware enhancements to Archicad that can materially speed documentation, improve consistency, and reduce repetitive modeling. With careful version management, template integration, and staff training, Cadimage can become a core productivity layer in an Archicad-based practice—especially valuable where repeatable details, robust schedules, and strict standards are priorities.