VisualARQ
Building design and building information modeling (BIM) software
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What is VisualARQ
VisualARQ is a BIM-focused add-on for Rhinoceros (Rhino) that adds architectural objects, documentation tools, and model data to Rhino-based 3D design workflows. It is used by architects and designers who want to develop building models and produce drawings while staying in the Rhino environment. The product centers on parametric architectural elements (e.g., walls, doors, windows, stairs) and automatic generation of 2D documentation from the 3D model. It also supports interoperability workflows, including IFC-based exchange, for coordination with other BIM tools.
BIM tools inside Rhino
VisualARQ extends Rhino with BIM-oriented objects and building documentation features without requiring users to leave the Rhino modeling environment. This fits teams that already rely on Rhino for conceptual and complex-geometry design and need building elements and drawings. It reduces the need to remodel early-stage Rhino geometry in a separate BIM authoring tool. The workflow is particularly relevant for Rhino-centric practices and design studios.
Parametric architectural objects
The product provides configurable building components such as walls, slabs, roofs, doors, windows, stairs, and spaces. These objects carry properties that can be scheduled and used for documentation, supporting more structured modeling than generic CAD geometry. Parametric controls help maintain consistency when design changes occur. This supports iterative design while preserving object intent.
Documentation and schedules
VisualARQ generates 2D drawings (plans, sections, elevations) from the 3D model and supports annotation and layout workflows. It includes quantity takeoff and scheduling capabilities based on object data, which helps produce deliverables from a single model. This aligns with BIM documentation expectations compared with general-purpose CAD drafting. It can support office standards through templates and style settings.
Dependent on Rhino platform
VisualARQ requires Rhinoceros, so licensing, deployment, and user training depend on the Rhino ecosystem. Organizations standardized on other BIM authoring platforms may face friction integrating a Rhino-based authoring workflow. Some downstream stakeholders may still expect deliverables in formats and conventions aligned with other BIM tools. This can add coordination overhead in multi-platform projects.
BIM depth varies by workflow
While it provides BIM objects and IFC exchange, the breadth of discipline-specific features (e.g., advanced MEP detailing, complex construction documentation conventions, or specialized analysis integrations) may not match more vertically integrated BIM suites. Teams may need additional tools for coordination, clash workflows, or specialized engineering deliverables. This can lead to a more toolchain-based approach rather than a single-system workflow. The fit depends on project complexity and required deliverable standards.
Interoperability requires validation
IFC and other exchange workflows typically require project-by-project validation to ensure object mapping, property sets, and documentation outputs meet stakeholder requirements. Differences in how platforms interpret IFC can affect round-tripping and downstream coordination. Teams may need to define export settings, naming conventions, and QA checks to avoid rework. This adds process effort compared with tightly controlled single-vendor environments.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| VisualARQ 3 (Commercial) | $795.00 USD (one-time) | Perpetual standalone license for Windows (plugin for Rhino 7 or 8). Requires Rhino. Purchase via Asuni Store. cite |
| VisualARQ 3 + Savanna3D (Commercial bundle) | $880.00 USD (one-time) — main Asuni Store order form; $865.00 USD (Americas order form) | Bundle includes VisualARQ 3 plus Savanna3D library. Regional prices may vary. cite |
| VisualARQ 3 Upgrade (Commercial) | $475.00 USD (one-time) | Upgrade price requires a previous purchased version. cite |
| VisualARQ 3 + Lands Design 6 bundle (Commercial) | $1,450.00 USD (one-time) | Bundle of VisualARQ 3 and Lands Design 6. cite |
| Rhino 8 + VisualARQ 3 + Lands Design 6 bundle (Commercial) | $2,395.00 USD (one-time) | Bundle including Rhino 8, VisualARQ 3 and Lands Design 6. cite |
| RhinoARQ (Rhino 8 + VisualARQ 3) (Commercial) | $1,695.00 USD (one-time) | Bundle combining Rhino and VisualARQ. Upgrade option available. cite |
| VisualARQ 3 (Educational / Student) | $95.00 USD (one-time; proof of educational status required) | Discounted educational single-user license (proof required). cite |
| VisualARQ 3 + Savanna3D (Educational) | $180.00 USD (one-time) — main Asuni Store order form; $165.00 USD (Americas page) | Educational bundle price (proof required). Regional variations noted. cite |
| VisualARQ 3 Educational Upgrade | $55.00 USD (one-time) | Upgrade for educational licenses (proof required). cite |
| VisualARQ 3 Lab (Lab / School) | $795.00 USD (one-time) | Lab license for schools; school kits and volume options available. cite |
| VisualARQ 3 School Kit (minimum 30 units) | $50.00 USD per unit (school kit pricing displayed) | School kit pricing for bulk educational deployments (minimum quantities apply). cite |
Seller details
Asuni CAD S.A.
Barcelona, Spain
1998
Private
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