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The Open-Source Architecture Community brings together like-minded users and developers who share a common goal: that the built environment can be designed, constructed, operated, and recycled with '''free software''', increased '''transparency''', and a more '''ethical''' approach.
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Welcome to the OSArch WIKI - the resource and workflow database of free and open software for the Architecture - Engineering - Construction fields, maintained and developed by specialists actively using these tools for professional work.
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The [[Open-Source Architecture Community]] brings together like-minded users and developers who share a common goal: that the built environment can be designed, constructed, operated, and recycled with '''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_software free/libre software]''' and '''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source open-source software]''' with increased '''transparency''', and a more '''ethical''' approach.  
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We're creating a place where everyone involved in the built environment's conception and life can meet, inspire and collaborate to develop empowering digital tools.
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| [[File:BlenderBIMAddonv0.0.200829.png|Steel structure (BlenderBIM Add-on)]]
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| [[File:OpenSourceHouse_Studiolada.png|The Open Source House (FreeCAD)]]
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| [[File:Wikilab_drawing.jpg|Documentation from the wikilab model (FreeCAD)]]
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| [[File:Code_aster_verification_mechanisms-loads.jpg|Load simulations (Code-Aster)]]
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| [[File:Quinta_Monroy.png|Quinta Monroy apartments (FreeCAD)]]
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| [[File:Heckert_gnu.transp.small.png|GNU Free Software|64px]]
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| "Open-source software (OSS) is a type of computer software in which source code is released under a license in which the copyright holder grants users the rights to use, study, change, and distribute the software to anyone and for any purpose." [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open-source_software -Wikipedia]
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| [[File:Osi_keyhole_300X300_90ppi_0.png|Open Source Initiative|64px]]
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We encourage the community to share what they're working on, use more free software in what is currently a proprietary-dominated market, and learn more about what's out there.
 
We encourage the community to share what they're working on, use more free software in what is currently a proprietary-dominated market, and learn more about what's out there.
  
For community discussion, visit the [https://community.osarch.org/ OSArch Community] and read about our [[Monthly Meetup]].
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For community discussion, visit the [https://community.osarch.org/ OSArch Community Forum] and read about our [[Monthly Meetup]].
  
Consult the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.
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''This wiki is brand-new. Please expect changes. Please feel free to contribute! See [[Main_Page#How to contribute the OSArch community |How to contribute the OSArch community]].''
  
''This wiki is brand-new. Please expect changes. Please feel free to contribute! See [[How to contribute to OSArch]].''
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A good way to find what's on this site is to browse the [[:Category:Directories|directories]] and the list of [[:Category:Categories|categories]].
  
There is a directory of free software related to the AEC industry.
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* [[AEC Free Software directory]]
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= Overview of open source AEC software =
* [[AEC Open Data Standards Directory]]
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The core of this project is the [[AEC Free Software directory|The AECO Free Software Directory]]. Enjoy browsing our directory for interesting solutions and let us know if we've overlooked anything.
* [[AEC Open Data directory]]
 
  
There are a series of articles related to OpenBIM and IFC.
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See also our featured projects (developed directly by members of the OSArch community):
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* See all pages in the [[:Category:BlenderBIM Add-on|BlenderBIM Add-on Category]]
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* See all pages in the [[:Category:FreeCAD|FreeCAD Category]]
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* See all pages in the [[:Category:IfcOpenShell|IfcOpenShell Category]]
  
* [[Introduction to IFC]]
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= Workflows using open source AEC software =
* [[IFC projects and contexts]]
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The easiest way to learn about the exciting Open AEC universe and start using these tools is to see some real projects and try the workflows other people are using. The complete list of our workflows is in the [[AECO Workflow Examples|Workflows using AES FOSS directory]].
* [[IFC classes]]
 
* [[IFC materials]]
 
* [[IFC spatial tree]]
 
* [[IFC attributes and properties]]
 
* [[IFC geometry representations]]
 
* [[IFC geolocation]]
 
* [[IFC classifications]]
 
  
There are a series of articles related to MicroMVDs.
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You can also check out the [[Featured images]], which show you the most impressive visual examples of what [[free software]] can do for [[AECO]].
  
* [[Using MicroMVDs for exchange requirements]]
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We are actively looking for examples of real-world projects we can share. Know a project? Get in touch with us on the [https://community.osarch.org/ OSArch forum]!
* [[Project setup MicroMVD]]
 
* [[Geolocation MicroMVD]]
 
* [[Element classes MicroMVD]]
 
* [[Naming MicroMVD]]
 
* [[Material MicroMVD]]
 
* [[COBie MicroMVD]]
 
  
There are articles related to IfcOpenShell.
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Some of our featured projects:
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*[[AECO_Workflow_Examples#Open_Source_House_by_Studiolada | FreeCAD and the Open Source House by Studiolada]]
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*[[AECO_Workflow_Examples#The_Mad_Scientists_Lair | BlenderBIM and The Mad Scientist Lair]]
  
* [[Getting started with IfcOpenShell]]
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= Technical standards and solutions =
* [[IfcOpenShell code examples]]
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A lot of the software used in OSArch workflows is based on industry standards which are also defined to be open. You can see the complete list in the [[AEC Open Data Standards Directory|Open Data Standards Directory]].
  
There are a series of articles related to best practices for OpenBIM in various packages.
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The most important ones right now are:
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*[[Industry Foundation Class (IFC)]] is the main data schema for [[OpenBIM]] data. See all pages in the [[:Category:IFC|IFC category]]
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*[[Model View Definitions (MVD)]]s and [[Using MicroMVDs for exchange requirements|MicroMVDs]] are subsets of the [[Industry Foundation Class (IFC)|IFC]] data schema for specific purposes See all pages in the [[:Category:Model_View_Definitions_(MVD)|Model View Definitions (MVD) category]]
  
* [[Revit setup]]
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To do tests and experiments with new software a large amount of data is often necessary. [[AEC Open Data directory|Open Data]] is a great resource, so we're also collecting links to these.
* [[Revit project metadata]]
 
* [[Revit type products]]
 
* [[Revit geolocation]]
 
* [[Revit classifications]]
 
* [[Revit spatial hierarchy]]
 
* [[Tekla geolocation]]
 
* [[FreeCAD setup]]
 
* [[FreeCAD setting up a model for IFC export]]
 
* [[IFC import in DWG]]
 
* [[List of known invalid IFC practices]]
 
  
There are articles related to learning material for specific software.
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[[Standards organizations]] play an important role in creating the [[AEC Open Data Standards Directory|Open Data Standards]] [[OpenBIM]] relies on
* [[Learning Material for Code_Aster and Salome_Meca]]
 
  
List of architecture 3D models freely available for downloading.
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[[AEC academic paper directory|Academic Papers]] and [[AEC articles|articles]] out there can help you gain an understanding of the industry and where [[free software]] can play a role in [[AECO]]
  
* [[Architecture 3D models created in FreeCAD]]
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= How to contribute the OSArch community =
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Of course any financial support is always welcome. You will find the direct donation links of the single software projects in the [[Donation_Directory|Donation directory]]. There is currently no central OSArch fund.
  
Articles related to the development of the BlenderBIM Add-on.
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By joining the [https://community.osarch.org/categories/general OSArch community forum] you can engage in the various discussions, ask questions and get to know other members of the community.
  
* [[BlenderBIM Add-on Roadmap]]
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Detailed ways to help are listed on the [[How to contribute to OSArch]] page.
* [[BlenderBIM Add-on Changelog]]
 
* [[BlenderBIM Add-on code examples]]
 
* [[How to install the BlenderBIM Add-on]]
 
* [[Setting up a BIM Project with BlenderBIM Add-on]]
 
* [[Building and exporting an IFC model with BlenderBIM Add-on]]
 
* [[Exporting 2D documentation with BlenderBIM Add-on]]
 
* [[A simple step by step example of a project with BlenderBIM Add-on]]
 
  
== Getting started ==
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You are also welcome to participate on expanding thi wiki:
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
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* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]
 
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]
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And most importantly, all the projects need development support:
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[[Contributing to OSArch development 101]] will show you the first steps in case you are just beginning with programming, [[OpenBIM programming video basics]] will teach you the stuff particular to OpenBIM. If you already know what to do, feel free to join any of the developer teams at their respective gits.
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For example:
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* [https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell IfcOpenShell], the core of BlenderBIM add-on
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* [https://github.com/FreeCAD FreeCAD]

Revision as of 10:01, 25 September 2020

Welcome to the OSArch WIKI - the resource and workflow database of free and open software for the Architecture - Engineering - Construction fields, maintained and developed by specialists actively using these tools for professional work.

The Open-Source Architecture Community brings together like-minded users and developers who share a common goal: that the built environment can be designed, constructed, operated, and recycled with free/libre software and open-source software with increased transparency, and a more ethical approach.

We're creating a place where everyone involved in the built environment's conception and life can meet, inspire and collaborate to develop empowering digital tools.

GNU Free Software "Open-source software (OSS) is a type of computer software in which source code is released under a license in which the copyright holder grants users the rights to use, study, change, and distribute the software to anyone and for any purpose." -Wikipedia Open Source Initiative

We encourage the community to share what they're working on, use more free software in what is currently a proprietary-dominated market, and learn more about what's out there.

For community discussion, visit the OSArch Community Forum and read about our Monthly Meetup.

This wiki is brand-new. Please expect changes. Please feel free to contribute! See How to contribute the OSArch community.

A good way to find what's on this site is to browse the directories and the list of categories.

Overview of open source AEC software

The core of this project is the The AECO Free Software Directory. Enjoy browsing our directory for interesting solutions and let us know if we've overlooked anything.

See also our featured projects (developed directly by members of the OSArch community):

Workflows using open source AEC software

The easiest way to learn about the exciting Open AEC universe and start using these tools is to see some real projects and try the workflows other people are using. The complete list of our workflows is in the Workflows using AES FOSS directory.

You can also check out the Featured images, which show you the most impressive visual examples of what free software can do for AECO.

We are actively looking for examples of real-world projects we can share. Know a project? Get in touch with us on the OSArch forum!

Some of our featured projects:

Technical standards and solutions

A lot of the software used in OSArch workflows is based on industry standards which are also defined to be open. You can see the complete list in the Open Data Standards Directory.

The most important ones right now are:

To do tests and experiments with new software a large amount of data is often necessary. Open Data is a great resource, so we're also collecting links to these.

Standards organizations play an important role in creating the Open Data Standards OpenBIM relies on

Academic Papers and articles out there can help you gain an understanding of the industry and where free software can play a role in AECO

How to contribute the OSArch community

Of course any financial support is always welcome. You will find the direct donation links of the single software projects in the Donation directory. There is currently no central OSArch fund.

By joining the OSArch community forum you can engage in the various discussions, ask questions and get to know other members of the community.

Detailed ways to help are listed on the How to contribute to OSArch page.

You are also welcome to participate on expanding thi wiki:

And most importantly, all the projects need development support: Contributing to OSArch development 101 will show you the first steps in case you are just beginning with programming, OpenBIM programming video basics will teach you the stuff particular to OpenBIM. If you already know what to do, feel free to join any of the developer teams at their respective gits. For example: