The Shell in ARCHICAD is a real building element with a wide range of creative uses. Use it to model elements ranging from a building’s entire exterior to a single custom object.
Sample Workflows for Shell Creation
Customize Edge of Shell or Edge of Shell Hole
Trim Elements to Roof or Shell
Relevant topics
About Shells
Basic Shell Creation
Shells can be created in either the Floor Plan or 3D Window. Use one of three basic shapes:
•Extruded
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Graphical Editing of Shells
In Floor Plan, Section and 3D view, a wide range of editing possibilities are available for the Shell. Select your Shell and try out the pet ...
Merge Elements: Roofs, Shells, Morphs
Use the Connect > Merge Elements command to enable priority-based intersections among any number of Roof/Shell/Morphs and other ...