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Download Lumion LiveSync for ArchiCAD

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1. Latest download links for Windows
ArchiCAD
Lumion
Download link (Windows only)
ArchiCAD (versions 21 to 28)
Lumion 6.0 and newer

 

2. Uninstall steps before installing the latest version
 
2.1: Quit ArchiCAD.
 

2.2: Type 'Add or remove programs' in the Windows search field, press Enter and uninstall Lumion LiveSync for ArchiCAD (if it exists).

 
2.3: Remove all Lumion ''.APX' files from the ArchiCAD Add-Ons folder:
  • Installation drive and folder\ArchiCAD (Version)\Add-Ons\
  • Default location:
    C:\Program Files\GRAPHISOFT\ArchiCAD (Version)\Add-Ons\
 
2.4: Click on the download link above to install the plug-in.

 

3. Unable to see the plugin in ArchiCAD?

The LiveSync installer checks which ArchiCAD versions are installed via the Windows Registry.

If the ArchiCAD [version] folder name or location has changed since it was originally installed, our installer won't be able to install the '.APX' files.

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You can either re-install ArchiCAD before re-installing the Lumion plug-in, or you can Contact Us for the APX file.

Just make sure to restart ArchiCAD after doing that (if it was already running).

 

4. Older download links

Sorry, but these very old versions are no longer available.  The plugin listed above covers ArchiCAD (versions 21 to 28).

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5. ArchiCAD in the context of the real world. Model your design in its future environment.

The Lumion LiveSync for ArchiCAD plug-in includes two features — LiveSync and a Collada (.DAE) exporter. Now, you can view and change your ArchiCAD model in real-time in Lumion, as well as export a Collada (.DAE) file from ArchiCAD and import (or re-import) it seamlessly into Lumion.

You will need Lumion 8.3 (or above) and ArchiCAD 21 (or above) to use the LiveSync functionality.

 

Lumion LiveSync for ArchiCAD
Immediately set up a live, real-time visualization between ArchiCAD and Lumion. Change the ArchiCAD model’s shape and you’ll see these changes taking place, in real-time, in Lumion’s breathtaking, lifelike environment.

As you continue modeling in ArchiCAD, you can simultaneously view your project in Lumion surrounded by an immersive, fully featured landscape (mountains, water, grass). Beautiful materials make the design 'pop', while photo-realistic lighting suddenly heightens your sense of environment, realism, and depth.

Real-time materials synchronization
Instantly breathe life into your synced ArchiCAD model by applying any of Lumion’s 1000+ high-definition materials in the Lumion editor. As you continue to develop the design, you can tweak the materials exactly to your liking and then save your material layouts for future rendering.

Live point-of-view synchronization
LiveSync now enables live point-of-view synchronization. Turn it on and immediately adopt the ArchiCAD camera perspective, making your work easier, faster, and more enjoyable.

Automatic model imports
When establishing the LiveSync connection, Lumion will automatically import your ArchiCAD model. Continue working on and modifying your project even after you turn off LiveSync, and easily save the file as an '.LS' for future rendering or development.

Availability
Both Lumion LiveSync for ArchiCAD and the older ArchiCAD for Lumion Bridge plug-in are Windows-only software. If you wish to use the exporters on a Mac, you will need both a Mac enabled for Windows and a Windows version of ArchiCAD:

 

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