CityEngine

Creating a profile for the city skyline or going into deeper details and designing buildings that are integrated into an urban environment are very complex jobs that, besides lots of skill and knowledge, also require a set of appropriated tools.
Such designs can be carried out with the help of powerful software solutions like , which is a good example of a utility perfectly adapted to specific needs. Through a quite plain but well organized interface you will gain almost instant access to all the necessary tools and commands.
The three-dimensional modeling capabilities of this application are accompanied by the support for two-dimensional GIS data which can serve as input and staring point for any project. With CityEngine you can put together all the elements that can be found in a real location, so adding and customizing streets, for example, is a pretty straightforward job.
Layers and shapes can be stacked together neatly inside the same design, while generating and re-generating models is also possible. The editing features of CityEngine can make building sketching a rather simple job for the experienced designer.
The 3D models can be improved by adding specific textures, like the facades of the buildings you create and integrate in the larger picture. There are also a number of sample constructions and finished locations you can use as an inspiration or starting point in creating your own projects
Thanks to a well-though set of features and given the diversity of elements that can be integrated into a single design, it's safe to say that CityEngine is almost a complete package for 3D modeling. Architects and designers will surely appreciate the diversity of tools and resources that are brought by this software.