Dear Community members,
We are thrilled to introduce the Your Best Design Option challenge, an exciting opportunity for you to unleash your creativity and design skills, all while exploring Design Options, Archicad 27's brand new feature.
Before we dive into the details, let's talk about the exciting awards that we have in store for you:
1st Place:
- LEGO Classic box: experiment and prototype in your own playground
- Graphisoft Learn voucher worth €450: Elevate your Archicad expertise.
- Roundtable with Product Manager (James Badcock) and Product Designer (András Fábián): gain insights and discuss your ideas
2nd Place:
- LEGO Classic box: experiment and prototype in your own playground
- Graphisoft Learn voucher worth €240: level-up your skills and get certified
- Roundtable with Product Manager (James Badcock) and Product Designer (András Fábián): gain insights and discuss your ideas
3rd Place:
- LEGO Classic box: experiment and prototype in your own playground
- Graphisoft Learn voucher worth €150: level-up your skills and get certified
- Roundtable with Product Manager (James Badcock) and Product Designer (András Fábián): gain insights and discuss your ideas
Honorable Mention:
- Graphisoft Learn voucher worth €150: continue your Archicad journey
- Roundtable with Product Manager (James Badcock) and Product Designer (András Fábián): gain insights and discuss your ideas
Learn more about our experienced jury members on the challenge homepage. They are eager to see your entries, so go ahead and give it your creative all! Selected entries can also be featured on our social media pages and in the knowledge base. Take this opportunity to showcase your creative work to the wider Archicad community!
How to participate
Submitting a project is a breeze: simply upload your GIF or other visual content and the corresponding Archicad PLA file in the entry field.
Note that your Archicad PLA file will not be accessible to other Community members. It will be used solely for the purpose of jury evaluation.
Not familiar with Design Options yet? Here’s how to get started
If you're new to Design Options and Archicad 27, we've got you covered. Start by enrolling in our Archicad 27 Upgrade Training, a self-paced course available at Graphisoft Learn. It's the perfect way to harness the potential of Design Options and enhance your Archicad skills.
Mark your calendar
Save the date for November 28, 2023! We're hosting a must-attend webinar right here on Graphisoft Community. During the webinar, we'll provide a quick overview of an Integrated Design Options workflow and share practical use cases that will inspire you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate? Can I join as a student?
Everyone is welcome to participate in the challenge. Archicad 27 is required.
If you are new to Archicad or do not have an Archicad license, you can get free, 30-day access to Archicad by visiting this page: Try Archicad – Graphisoft. And if you’re a student, you can register for a free student license.
Do I need a Graphisoft ID to enter the challenge?
Yes, you need a Graphisoft ID to enter the Community and submit your GIF/visual content. Join us by clicking on the profile icon in the upper right-hand corner. You’ll find detailed instructions on how to register here.
When is the submission deadline?
We are open to submissions until December 31, 2023, 12:00 PM CET.
Can I submit more than one entry?
Yes, you are welcome to submit as many entries as you feel inspired to!
How can I get started with Archicad?
We have two series of articles to help you get started: Archicad Quick Tour and Archicad Basics.
For online training materials, please visit Graphisoft Learn. Our free Archicad Basic Skills course will teach you the fundamentals, and our YouTube channel has more tutorials for advanced techniques.
Can Graphisoft employees also participate in the Challenge?
Yes. The prizes are awarded only to non-Graphisoft employees, but partners and certified trainers are entitled to win.
If you can't find the answer to your question here, please start a thread on our Community forum. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.
Don't miss this great opportunity to create and explore with our new feature. This is your chance to level up your design process in Archicad, share your insights, and win cool prizes. We are eager to see your creations in our gallery!
Graphisoft Community Team
