How an AI-powered CAD Rendering Software Was Used to Reduced Prototype Costs

V G • Jan 29,2025

Summary:

By utilizing  an AI-powered CAD rendering software, the company has significantly reduced prototype costs and design cycles. This transformation has enabled  the company to shorten project completion timelines by 40–45% and reduce time to market by 35%, all while experiencing rapid market expansion.

Client: 

Metaguise is an architectural firm specializing in metal interior/exterior facades and cladding solutions for luxury residential and commercial projects (New Delhi, India).

Problem Statement: 

Metaguise encountered significant challenges in both product design and business operations while using AutoCAD. The software’s limitations made it difficult to develop highly intricate, freeform surfaces and complex geometric structures essential for their architectural metal facades. Additionally, with design teams spread across multiple remote offices, the company struggled with collaboration inefficiencies, including file-sharing difficulties and version control issues. To stay competitive, Metaguise needed a more advanced solution that could support innovative designs while enabling seamless teamwork across geographically dispersed teams.

 

Results: 

  • 40-45% faster project completion, significantly reducing design cycles.
  • 35% shorter time to market, allowing for quicker product delivery and increased market responsiveness.
  • Reduced development costs by 25 to 35 percent.
  • Increased market share by approximately 35 percent.
  • Enhanced design flexibility, allowing the creation of complex, highly customized architectural elements.

AI Solution Overview:

Metaguise implemented 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS to enhance its design capabilities and streamline business operations. Key benefits include:

  • Advanced 3D Modeling: The ability to create intricate, organic shapes and sophisticated surfaces previously unattainable with AutoCAD.
  • Cloud-Based Collaboration: Enabling distributed design teams to work synchronously, improving workflow efficiency and version control.
  • Integrated Static Simulations: Allowing engineers to validate structural integrity digitally, reducing reliance on expensive, time-consuming prototypes.
  • Automated Design Optimization: Speeding up iterations and reducing errors, leading to faster approvals and manufacturing readiness.

References: 

  1. Metaguise Slashes Design Cycles and Prototype Costs by Up to 45 Percent. https://www.solidworks.com/customer-story/metaguise-slashes-design-cycles-and-prototype-costs-45-percent/

Industry: Architectural Design

Vendor: SOLIDWORKS

Client: Metaguise

 

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