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Vertex BD Architectural

#31 of 36 in Architecture Software

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Plans and prices

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From Vertex BD Architectural's own pricing page, checked 2 Oct 2026. Every plan

What the maker publishes

Add-on options
3D modeling, rendering, Publisher, Option System, IFC Converter, and other capabilities are listed as add-on options for Architectural. source
Automated drawings
Vertex BD automatically produces work drawings for Platform, PreCut, and large- and small-element structures, including cutting lists. source
Building design
The maker describes rule-based, customer-customizable framing design for horizontal and vertical structures made with wood or steel framing systems. source
Cloud collaboration
Vertex BD can connect to the separately licensed Vertex Sync cloud service, where organization users with permission can view, edit, and revise buildings and documents. source
Drawing functions
Architectural includes automatic floor plan and elevation drawings from the building model, plus cross-section and perspective views. source
Free trial
The Vertex BD documentation site lists a Free Trial, but the page does not state a trial duration. source
Integration limit
Vertex BD must be installed locally as a single installation to use Vertex Sync, and one installation can sign in to only one Sync organization. source
Intended users
Vertex BD is BIM software for wood and cold-formed steel framed construction. source
Material reports
Material reports are included in Vertex BD Architectural, and its Material Register contains material details such as description, price, and unit. source
Product purpose
Vertex BD Architectural is for building architectural design, with tools to create and edit building components, estimate materials and costs, and produce drawings. source
Security and privacy
Vertex says data privacy is integral to its products and emphasizes protecting personal, proprietary design, and other business-essential data. source
Support
Support requests and their status can be managed through its customer support system; support is available in Finnish and English for customers with maintenance, subscription, or rental licensing. source
Version updates
Vertex BD 2026 service packs require valid software maintenance, and the listed packs apply only to version 2026 (32.0.x). source