Autodesk Forma
Unlock better outcomes with early-stage planning and design.
Overview
Autodesk Forma is a cloud-based software that helps architects and urban planners make data-driven decisions in the early stages of design. It combines conceptual design tools with real-time analysis of key environmental factors, such as sun, daylight, wind, and noise. Forma enables users to quickly explore and compare different design options and optimize for sustainability and quality of life outcomes.
✨ Key Features
- Conceptual design and 3D modeling
- Real-time environmental analysis (sun, daylight, wind, noise, etc.)
- Generative design and optimization
- Data-driven site selection and analysis
- Collaboration and data sharing
- Integration with Revit
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Real-time environmental analysis
- Integration with Revit and the Autodesk ecosystem
- User-friendly interface for conceptual design
Unique Value: Empowers designers to make better decisions earlier in the design process by providing immediate feedback on the environmental performance of their designs.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Optimizing building massing and orientation for solar access and daylighting
- Assessing the impact of new developments on the local microclimate
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Detailed design and construction documentation
- Structural or MEP engineering
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more integrated and user-friendly solution for early-stage design and analysis compared to using a combination of separate modeling and simulation tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: NA
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