This on-demand class offers a comprehensive exploration of working with data in Vectorworks software, covering everything from built-in object parameters to advanced visualization and reporting techniques. Participants will start by examining the different types of native object data within the software, then progress to creating and attaching custom records for both simple and complex objects. The class will also demonstrate practical methods for viewing, managing, and presenting data using tools such as Data Visualization, Data Tags, and report generation. This class will develop your skills to structure, manage, and leverage object data effectively—ultimately boosting project efficiency, accuracy, and documentation quality.
All Industries
All Industries
2h 1m
Intermediate
Learning Objectives
Identify and utilize existing object data – Recognize different types of default object data, including 2D, hybrid, and complex objects, and navigate the Object Info Palette (OIP) and Resource Manager to explore attached records.
Create and attach custom records to objects – Develop and apply custom records to objects, incorporating various field types such as boolean values, text fields, and dropdown lists, and attach them using conventional methods.
Visualize and report data on drawings – Utilize Data Visualization and Data Tags to display object data within drawings, and generate both preformatted and custom reports for project documentation.
Unlock efficient, organized workflows for professional landscape design in this comprehensive on-demand course. Learn to establish a robust file structure and create reliable base files—laying the foundation for thorough project analysis, design, and development.
This paid class offers practical guidance on developing and using template files for landscape design in Vectorworks, equipping both individual designers and collaborative teams to work more efficiently and consistently. Discover best practices for document setup, including georeferenced workflows that facilitate seamless collaboration with others using real-world coordinate systems, and maximize the power of Vectorworks' suite of GIS features.
You’ll also learn how to identify, manage, and employ the most effective data types for site model creation, ensuring your documents remain organized from the outset and ready to handle external references. By mastering these workflows, you’ll gain the confidence to streamline your document management and establish a solid project base file for every new landscape design project.
Landscapes
Landscapes
2h 45m
Intermediate
Learning Objectives
Establish template and documentation standards for organizing Design Layers and Class structures tailored to landscape design projects.
Configure project files for effective georeferenced workflows, ensuring seamless integration with real-world coordinate systems and collaborative environments.
Implement efficient processes for managing and integrating external documentation, including various file types and reference materials.
Select and apply appropriate data formats to streamline site model creation and enhance overall project accuracy and scope.
Join fellow creatives for a day packed with Vectorworks product insights, inspiring customer stories, and ideas that help you push the boundaries of what’s possible.
All Industries
All Industries
3h 24m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Explore customer success stories from your peers in the architecture, interiors, and landscape design industries.
Hear from Vectorworks leadership on the product roadmap and new features of Vectorworks 2026.
Product manufacturers have invested considerable time and
resources in creating Environment Product Disclosures (EPDs) to assist
landscape architects and other site design professionals in pursuing more
climate-positive landscapes.
Join Bryce Carnehl of Hunter Industries,
Christopher Lyon of Tournesol, and Eric Gilbey of Vectorworks for a panel
discussion on EPDs, how they’re produced, and where they can be utilized in
site planning and design workflows.
Landscapes
Landscapes
45m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Understand
what Environment Product Declarations (EPDs) are and their role in landscape
architecture and other site design disciplines.
Learn
how manufacturers meet the global demand for EPDs to produce these documents.
Explore
where in site planning and design workflows designers can make use of EPDs.
Discover how to use the new Wall Tool in the 2026 update, explained for non-architects. This video breaks down recent changes—like how wall fills, pens, and components work in both 2D and 3D views—so anyone can understand and confidently use the updated features, even without an architecture background. Find out how to manage wall appearance and workflow with the latest tools and options.
All Industries
All Industries
6m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Apply the updated wall tool attribute workflow in Vectorworks 2026 by modifying component settings, utilizing class-based attribute control, and managing profile lines to achieve consistent wall appearance between 2D and 3D views.
The PlantPARTNER Connection - Smart Plant Specification
Unlock the secrets to mastering the essentials of using Vectorworks and PlantPARTNER together to streamline, document, and manage plant specifications. Whether you’re a budding gardener or an experienced horticulturist, you’ll discover actionable strategies, downloadable planting plans, and best practices to enhance your planting scheme. You’ll gain the confidence to tackle your own designs and produce professional-quality results using the power of Vectorworks and PlantPARTNER in your workflows.
Landscapes
Landscapes
29m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Explore the new PlantPARTNER connection with Vectorworks.
Not
every client loves the look of a pollinator or naturalized garden, but there
are strategies for enhancing biodiversity in every garden style through soil
management and the addition of native plants.
Join
Adele Pierre, landscape architect at Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Inc., for a look at several ways to increase the number of native
species, both flora and fauna, in the landscape.
Landscapes
Landscapes
45m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Explore
strategies for soil analysis and management.
Analyze
existing vegetation to establish what to keep and what to remove.
Create
a planting plan using native species as specimens, borders, and ground covers.
Take the guesswork out of compliance with the all-new Sustainability Dashboard. Track embodied carbon at a glance—all updated in real time as you design. Stay ahead of regulations and avoid late-stage revisions, empowering you to deliver smarter, greener projects from the very first draft. Discover how to get started with this video.
Buildings/Landscapes
Buildings/Landscapes
20m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Explore the Embodied Carbon Calculator of the Sustainability Dashboard
Lay out and customize even the largest worksheets with a ribbon-style toolbar. Split your data into neatly linked slices that fit your print areas, pin headers for easy navigation, and enjoy a fresh, streamlined interface. With less time spent on manual formatting, you’ll be able to provide accurate documentation with ease. Discover how to get started with this video.
Sustainability Dashboard: Biodiversity Net Gain Calculator
Stay on top of your project’s sustainability goals with the new Sustainability Dashboard. Easily monitor Biodiversity Net Gain as your design takes shape. Get live feedback on every change, streamlining compliance and empowering you to deliver smarter, greener projects from the very first draft. Discover how to get started with this video.
Landscapes
Landscapes
10m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Explore the Biodiversity Net Gain Section of the Sustainability Dashboard
Sustainability Dashboard: SITES Biomass Density Index
Take the guesswork out of compliance with the all-new Sustainability Dashboard. Track biomass density at a glance—all updated in real time as you design. Stay ahead of regulations and avoid late-stage revisions, empowering you to deliver smarter, greener projects from the very first draft. Discover how to get started with this video.
Landscapes
Landscapes
6m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Explore the SITES Biomass Density Index Section of the Sustainability Dashboard
Stay on top of your project’s sustainability goals with the new Sustainability Dashboard. Easily monitor urban greening factor as your design takes shape. Get live feedback on every change, streamlining compliance and empowering you to deliver smarter, greener projects from the very first draft. Discover how to get started with this video.
Landscapes
Landscapes
6m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Explore the Embodied Carbon Calculator of the Sustainability Dashboard
