If you suddenly started a repair, relocation of furniture or came under a renovation program for the layout of apartments, then without special software it will be very difficult to realize all your beginnings. Of course, no one has canceled whatman and pencils, but it is much more practical to visualize everything on the monitor screen.
The benefits of the programs for planning apartments are quite obvious for both amateurs and novice designers, as well as for specialists in their field. The former will be able to figure out what their living space will look like after renovating or moving walls with furniture, while the latter will, with due professionalism, calculate where, how and what to change, up to a millimeter.
Programs for planning apartments on the Web can be found just a huge amount. Some are designed exclusively for amateurs, others can be a good help for both beginners and specialists, but still others are a purely professional level, where a beginner has nothing to do, because he will not be able to take a step without at least some theoretical basis.
In addition, there are paid and non-localized products, and there are also free programs for planning apartments in Russian. Therefore, the financial and linguistic side also should not be discounted. Not everyone can afford an expensive professional product, as well as in a hurry to learn English.
So, let's try to identify the best programs for planning apartments in Russian, which can be found on the Internet. All of the products described below are easy to find on the official resources of the developers, so there should not be any problems with "touch".
Archicad
Judging by the reviews of seasoned specialists, “Archie” is a real design monster. This is a 3D program for planning apartments in Russian with a high level of entry. Actually, software can be called a whole complex, and the design of apartments is only a small option in the total mass of other extensive features, from floor planning to the preparation of professional specifications.
It’s worth mentioning right away that there is nothing for a beginner to do here. Despite the abundance of templates, presets and other auxiliary functionality, it is very, very difficult to understand tools without proper study of building tracts. So it is better for inexperienced lovers to look at the options described below.
Software Features
A significant advantage of this 3D-program for planning an apartment is the interconnection of user-designated projects. That is, if you made any adjustments in one area, then this will immediately appear on the general plan of the entire project. This greatly saves not only time, but also user strength. Such an advantage can boast of units among similar software.
The program for planning an apartment in Russian “Archie” comes with a trial period. Within 30 days, it can be studied with limited functionality. Then, if the software came to your taste, you can purchase it on the official website of the developer.
Sweet Home 3D
This free program for planning the apartment, unlike the previous software, is suitable for the most part to amateurs. A set of basic tools is easy to learn and does not require any specific knowledge or skills.
The software has received sensible Russian-language localization, as well as a completely free distribution license. The latter includes not only full access to the program’s tools for planning apartments, but also to numerous templates and presets in the library.
Software allows you to quickly make up a simple design project, as well as perform redevelopment of the apartment. The whole process is visualized in 3D-format, and the resulting project can then be transferred to other programs.
Despite all the advantages, the application has its own fly in the ointment. This role is played by a meager set of templates. Yes, it should be enough for ordinary apartments of the same type, but if you have non-standard housing or you want something special, then the available presets and tools will be clearly not enough. Libraries, and chic ones, are on the official website of the developer, but such add-ons are already sold for money and, alas, do not fall under the format of a free license.
3D Interior Design
This software, as they say, is of the middle hand, but with wide functionality. In the application libraries, you can count more than 50 pieces of furniture, more than 100 options for decorating the room, as well as an abundance of color solutions for each option.
The program for planning the apartment “Interior Design 3D” is completely in Russian and has an intuitive interface. Software is perfect for both beginner designers and as an additional tool for professionals. The program allows you to install, clean and move partitions, arrange furniture and other household items, such as lamps, lamps, mirrors and televisions.
The application comes with a shareware distribution license. The developer offers users a demo version to familiarize themselves with limited functionality. If the program is to your liking, you will need to buy a key.
Application Features
Among the advantages of software, it is possible to note the ability to resize everything and everything, from walls to flower pots. The resulting project can be viewed in 3D-plane and even take a virtual 3D-walk around the apartment or house.
Of the shortcomings, users note not the richest basic set of elements to be placed. Naturally, I want more, better and free. But even the demo version is capable of something, so it’s quite suitable for sample testing.
Google sketchup
The software is intended mainly for beginner designers, and if professionals use the program, it is by no means as the main tool. The application comes in two versions: paid - with the prefix Pro and free.
The first is more flexible and motley, and the second is a purely amateur version, which is suitable for those who decide to make a small redevelopment, and move the furniture in the apartment. In a free solution, you can present everything in 3D-format, indicate the size and determine the color scheme.
Software Features
Among the advantages can be noted the versatility of the program. She is able to re-plan not only an apartment, but also a closet, street or car, that is, everything that exists in 3D space. Moreover, to existing objects that were made in another program, you can add dimensions or markup.
The regular library is not distinguished by an abundance of templates and presets, but everything you need can be downloaded from the World Wide Web, since Google organized sensible export with import, so there should be no problems with the adaptation of objects for the program.
FloorPlan 3D
This is a professional solution, which may well be used by beginners in this matter. Software will be a great help for redevelopment of an apartment or house. While working on a project, the user has the opportunity to take a virtual 3D-walk around the room and look at the fruits of his labors, which is very convenient, especially for fans.
The program has rich functionality with simple tools. In addition to the usual interior items, here you can pick up finishing materials for walls, floors, ceilings, stairs and even choose some original doors with windows. It is also worth mentioning the presence of other interesting options, such as broken lines, layout of terraces, attics, gates, balconies and other design delights.
Distinctive features of the program
As the obvious advantages of the application, one can highlight the excellent realism of the project, as well as an abundance of templates and presets for literally all occasions. Moreover, the latter is easy to adjust to some specific goals and objectives, so the process of redevelopment does not take much time.
The software is distributed under a shareware license, and a little time is given for familiarization, then you need to buy an activation key or refuse the product. Separately, it is worth noting the fact that the program is very demanding on the technical component of the computer and on slow machines it starts to terribly slow down and fail. This is especially true of RAM, which the software eats literally before our eyes the next time the project is tamped.
IKEA Home Planner
This is a specific branded product from a well-known company. The developer is not the first year to cherish his brainchild and took into account a lot of user reviews. The program turned out to be very simple, understandable and convenient. Any user who has never seen such software will cope with its functionality.
The toolkit of the program allows you to organize the room according to the specified dimensions and arrange furniture, household appliances and other decor items in it. Step by step, you can plan all the rooms: a nursery, a hall, a kitchen, a toilet with a bath and even a balcony.
The application perfectly visualizes all objects where it will not be difficult for the user to determine whether the furniture or appliances are suitable for those already in the apartment, or you need to conjure with the arrangement and color scheme. The set of tools is simple and straightforward, and the addition takes place in just two clicks, as well as a change in color with dimensions.
The product comes with a completely free license and without any functional restrictions. The program allows not only to arrange the layout, but also to calculate the cost of interior items. Software is good in many ways, but it also has a substantial fly in the ointment. All patterns, furniture, appliances and other components are exclusively Ikea products, and alas, you cannot add something of your own here.
Of course, for regulars of these centers this software will come in handy. Well, those who prefer to purchase not only in Ikea will have to choose another software, there are plenty of options. In addition, quite a few large centers distribute similar software operating on the same principle.