← Tools & Technology
Computer-Aided Design
TOOLS & TECHNOLOGYbeginnerCAD
Definition
The use of computer software to create, modify, and document architectural drawings and models. CAD replaced manual drafting from the 1980s onwards and became standard practice. It enables precise geometry, easy editing, and the reproduction of drawings without redrawing from scratch.
Example
AutoCAD, first released in 1982, became the industry standard and is still widely used for 2D construction documentation in architectural offices worldwide.