On Tue, 23 Aug 1994, Kathy Corcoran wrote:
 
> This curator is looking for a computer-aided design program.  She is
> looking to model an art gallery space in 2 and 3 dimensions, and needs a
> program that will allow for:
> * ample square footage
> * vaulted celings or varying ceiling heights, with no limits on heights
> * free-standing walls
> * symbols library to include framed items that could be infinitely resized
> * easy switching from 2 to 3D
> * walk-through 3-D feature
> * reasonably priced
> Hardware: 386 IBM clone, Windows, 20 megaherz, 6 meg REM, no math
> coprocessor.
 
We just purchased KeyCAD for Windows which was recommended at a recent
NAME conference on design that I attended.  I ordered it directly from
the manufacturer for around $40, but you should be able to pick it up at
a local computer shop or software distributor for less than $50.  I
haven't had much time to play with it myself so I am not sure what the 3D
capabilities are... but for that price it's worth checking out.  I'm on
vacation or I would check the manual for specific details.  It will run
on your machine, but you will need Windoes 3.1 as well... I think there
are DOS and MAC versions (I seem to remember these being selections on
the order form).  I noticed another post mentioned AutoCAD... you'll gag
on the price and your machine will gag on the software.  Let me know if
you would like me to research this a little more as I can probably get
someone to drop off the manual, then I could check specific details and
give you an ordering address if you can't find it locally.
 
Mark C. Vang
Exhibit Technician
 
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