As an architect, VW 2010 drove me nuts with teething issues - couldn't trust it and ended up going back to v.2009 for awhile. v.2011 is a *much* better release; everything pretty much works and I can't remember the last time it crashed. I've transitioned to BIM and all of my projects are created in 3D; the model is used to derive all the project drawings. Big time-saver and coordinating drawings is much, much easier. My only quibble is that the site model process is a bit kludgy; Revit does a better job with that, but of course it costs 4x as much.
Bottom line, VectorWorks v.2011 represents the best value for CAD software, and several nationally-known design firms use it.

I have been using Vectorworks for about ten years and would not use any other. Nemetscheck has consistently listened to users and improved the software where it is most useful to daily applications as well provide many additional features for fun and customization.

I understand that the next release will include a partnering with a 'well known' 3D software company which is the other area where VW still needs some improvement, but nonetheless they still receive an A+. I am an architect...

For those who are not aware, the walls in Vectorworks are both 2D and 3D with plug-in parametric objects like windows and doors. THis means that they can be manipulated in 3D with an Object Informaiton Window.

Highly recommended.

Cpmpared to Atocad, the ONLY advantage ACAD has is the ability for several people to work on the same file seamlessly. VW can do this though not as well.

Amazing bit of software with GREAT Mac support....the ONLY alternative to Autocad for Mac and Windows users.

its true....... just as it says above......vectorworks is used by alot of people and its available on mac and windows platforms and it bridges the gap between autocad and everything else....its no soft modeler, but its good for architects!