Working With Rhino 3D Models

ARCHICAD is able to read and write native RHINO (3dm) file format, enabling a “reference model” workflow between the two applications.

•A Rhino model imported to ARCHICAD is a non-editable, GDL object, maintaining the logical structure/buildup of the original Rhino model. It is placed into ARCHICAD project’s Embedded Library. You have the option to adjust the model segmentation before and/or after import to ARCHICAD, depending on your preferred settings.

•An ARCHICAD model exported to Rhino transfers geometrical information only, in keeping with Rhino’s capabilities. In Rhino, ARCHICAD elements are distinct, selectable elements. Relevant element attributes (surface color, texture) and the original ARCHIAD layer structure and grouped elements are retained.

For details on importing and exporting Rhino models, see the following sections.

Import Rhino Model

Export Rhino Model