


House design software or computer aided design (CAD) can be a useful tool whether you are taking on part of your home design or just want to use it to play with ideas before talking to a professional. Programs range from free online 3D modelling tools to expensive professional computer aided design packages. If you are looking for something to start playing with layout and design ideas then have a look at Sketchup. It’s the free version of SketchUp Pro and is a great tool for basic 3D modeling. All versions of SketchUp are very convenient in that they allow viewing on iOS and Android devices, for easy access on the SketchUp Viewer app. Just go to the website, download it and away you go. There’s handy tutorial videos to quickly help you learn your way around the features and loads more on Youtube for specific bits and pieces. House Design Software – Pro PackagesĪt the other end of the spectrum you’ll find computer aided design packages such as the well renowned AutoCAD by Autodesk. Their packages are generally better suited to professional designers who’ll benefit from the considerable investment rather than the average self builder/designer. Having said that, they do have a free web and mobile app called AutoCAD 360 which can be used to create, veiw and edit drawings.

They also offer free trial periods for their premium design products.
