| Summary | Other than Testfit and ArchiStar - Giraffe is not generating urban massing by itself but requires the user to draw them by themselves. The main downside here is its inaccuracy when drawing in the browser interface, which makes me wonder if its use should be based on a rough sketch imported on it for better outcome. Using the tool “Flow Builder” allows for the self generating plans with more accuracy in relation to the site outline. The typology to be played with is all based on an Apartment module which can be changed to match Hotel, Residential, Commercial and industrial use. | | --- | --- | | Accessibility | The tool needs comprehensive training to adopt to all the functionalities. In addition it needs to be set up to your studios working standards and project profile. | | Limitations | None - it does what it is intended for. | | Specifics | Only global geodata - no access to German site boundaries, etc. | | Q&A | Developer - Fully established SaaS. Demo call is being offered on the website. | | | Manuals - There is extensive documentation on the developers Website (external link) | | | Videos - There are various videos on YouTube - (external link) | | Last evaluation | 10 February 2024 | | Status | Good candidate for urban planning. | | Note … | the range of functions might have evolved since our review! |