FloorPlan® 2024 Express
FloorPlan® 2024 Express
Design and Decorate with Ease
FloorPlan® Express is an accessible 3D home design application that enables you to furnish and decorate your home and garden with ease. Progress through your design project step by step, from the foundational basement to the topmost loft, each room becoming a manifestation of your personal aesthetic.
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The Budget-Friendly Home Design Solution
Creating your ideal home is now more straightforward than ever with FloorPlan® Express. Whether you’re starting from scratch, undertaking a remodel, or engaging in a renovation, this software is your ally in breathing life into your dream home.
Craft Your Dream Home with Ease
The QuickStart™ feature in FloorPlan® Express is a breeze to use, allowing you to drag and drop rooms into place swiftly. Looking for inspiration? Tap into the editable, professionally-designed floor plans to jumpstart your project. The comprehensive library is at your disposal, filled with brand name products, materials, and furnishings to add those finishing touches to your design. Once complete, you can bring your vision into reality by visualizing it in 2D and 3D, and then printing out professional-grade plans. With FloorPlan® Express, your dream home is just a few clicks away.
Affordable Home Design
FloorPlan® Express pays for itself by saving you a lot in time, money, and frustration. By visualizing your living spaces, you can avoid costly mistakes before you commit to a design, plus discover energy saving alternatives, and more.
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Easy Interior Design
Get your home ready to sell with fresh paint, carpet, and staged furniture. See it first before you pick up a paint brush!
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Deck and Landscape for Outdoor Living
Turn a drab backyard into outdoor entertaining space. Add pavers, decks, and landscaping to complete your design.
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New Features
FINE-TUNE FLOOR VIEWS: FLOOR 2D/3D VISIBILITY CONTROL
With our Floor 2D/3D Visibility Control, users have the power to selectively display or hide specific floors in both 2D and 3D views. This flexibility allows for rapid customization of 3D renders, ensuring that you can focus on precisely the design elements you want to showcase.
NEW EDITING OPTIONS & CREATION TOOLS
DUPLICATE AS CAD
Easily duplicate shapes of existing smart objects, converting them to another type without the need to tediously trace over the shape with another tool. For instance, you can quickly create border edging along a pathway without drawing it manually using the edging tool.
COMBO CAD TOOL
CAD detail tools are now available on all plan sheets. You can add notes, callouts, and details to any of the plan sheets. Previously, this feature was only accessible on the Details plan.
PRECISION INPUT RESIZE OPTION
The resize window allows users to enter specific resize measurements in a chosen unit or percentage. You can apply this to specific segments or any combination of selected elements.
SHRINK/EXPAND
This feature enables quick adjustments to the size of selected elements by a specific distance. Use keyboard shortcuts or editing toolbar buttons to change the width, height, and depth of any object effortlessly.
QUICK ELEVATION CHANGE BUTTONS
Elevation control buttons have been added to the elevation bar controls. Instead of manually entering elevation values, users can now make adjustments visually using the buttons or shortcut keys.
QUICK EDIT KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS
An array of keyboard shortcuts has been introduced to modify selected elements. Instantly edit an element’s elevation, shrink or expand it, adjust width, depth, height, or rotation. Changes appear in both 2D and 3D views, saving users the hassle of manual data entry.
Additionally, the backspace key allows you to step back from misplaced point locations while drawing elements.
FILLET/CHAMFER DIALOG
The Fillet/Chamfer dialog now lets you enter precise distances for filleting or chamfering corners of selected elements.
HELP
A shortcuts PDF cheat sheet displays all available application shortcuts.
Guide images have been added to dialogs related to rotation, movement, moving the entire plan, and plan rotation.
DEFAULT DESIGN SETTINGS TEMPLATES
Users can tailor their design options, including font choices, lighting preferences, lot sizes, and more. Once customized, these settings can be saved as a template. Whenever users create new design files, their chosen template will automatically be applied, ensuring a personalized, consistent and efficient design experience.
3D INNOVATIONS UNLEASHED!
*Availability of certain features may vary across different model variants. For a detailed overview of feature distribution, kindly consult the Comparison Chart for feature availability per variant. This will help you identify which features are included in the model you are interested in.
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Home Design
 Commercial |  Residential |  Remodeling |
Four ways to start your project
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 Roofing |  Windows & Doors |  Complete Design Control |
Windows, Doors & WallsFloorPlan® offers a rich library of door and window styles to choose from, ensuring that you can find the perfect match for your architectural design. You have the flexibility to customize various aspects such as size, grille style, and more to ensure that they fit seamlessly into your plan. For those who require something unique, the window and door designer power tools are available to create custom objects, providing the opportunity to add a personal touch or meet specific design requirements. |
 2D View | 3D View |
Interior
 Kitchen |  Living Room |  Bedroom |
 Bathroom |  Basement |  Office |
Start your project
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 Lighting |  Cabinets |  Storage |
 | Object LibraryThousands of objects for every part of your design, inside or out. Remodel with new fixtures, lighting, ceiling fans, sinks, appliances and more. Flooring Carpets & RugsTry tile, carpet, wood, stone, and other materials including brand name, real-world products. Furniture ShowcaseAdd predesigned furniture groups with simple drag & drop. Easily arrange or edit your selections to suit your design. |
Brand Name Product LibrariesThousands of possibilities! Faux finishes, interior and exterior paint, wood floors, solid surfaces, blinds, stone, and much more. Nationally-recognized decorating materials you can try before you buy. |  |
Precision Lighting PlannerEnhance your design with strategic lighting using the Precision Lighting Planner. Suitable for both exterior and interior designs, this tool offers detailed controls for ambient light, shadows, fall off, radius, and more. Add landscape light fixtures with a simple drag and drop, creating the perfect atmosphere for any space. |  |
 | Cabinet Designer™Customize your cabinets with shelving, pantries, drawers, and appliances. Also perfect for media centers, bathrooms and garage organization. |
Storage Design
Gain more closet space by planning an inexpensive wire shelving system or layout a garage that makes the best use of space, yet keeps things organized and within reach. Drag & drop shelving, workbenches and cabinets are included in the library.
 2D View |  3D View |
Landscape
 Landscaping |  Patios and Pathways |  Hardscaping |
Start Your Project
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Planting LibraryThe Planting Library is a comprehensive feature that enriches your design with a variety of botanical elements. It offers an extensive selection of flowers, shrubs, and trees that can be seamlessly integrated into your design. The library is not just limited to the existing database; it also allows the personalization of the collection by adding your favorite plants. PlantFinder™The PlantFinder™ is an intelligent tool designed to ensure the success of your planting strategy. It searches for plants suitable for your specific area based on a range of parameters that you set, such as international zones, sunlight, climate, water, and soil conditions. It provides photo-realistic images of real-world plants, viewable from any angle, enhancing the realism of your design. Additionally, the color-coded zone maps simplify the plant selection process, making it both easy and reliable. |  |
 Plant Finder |  Hardiness Zones |  Plant Information |
Plant GrowthPlant Growth visualization is a forward-thinking feature that lets you plan your design with the future in mind. It allows you to see how your plantings will evolve over time, which is particularly useful for planning the placement of trees and shrubs that will provide shade as they mature. |
 Year 1 |  Year 2 |  Year 3 |
HardscapesThe Hardscapes feature enables you to create dramatic and functional retaining walls that not only define the space but also enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home. It offers a variety of materials like stone and brick, and once the structure is in place, you can add plantings to complete and complement the overall look of your outdoor space. These features collectively provide a robust toolkit for designing both the green and structural elements of your property with precision and artistic flair. |  Hardscapes |
VISUALIZE IT
 2D View |  3D View |
Deck & Patio
 Decks |  Patios |  Outdoor Living |
Start Your Project
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Outdoor LivingTransform any ordinary backyard into a vibrant space perfect for entertainment. Punch!® Home & Landscape Design includes a variety of objects such as outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and furniture, allowing you to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Additionally, you can enhance your design with pavers, decks, and landscaping elements, tailoring the outdoor area to your preferences and needs. |  |
 | Deck and Patio TemplatesThe Deck and Patio templates provide a selection of predesigned layouts that are ready to use with a simple drag-and-drop action. These templates are fully editable, so you can either adopt them as they are or customize them to fit your unique style. |
 2D View |  3D View |
Key Features
Design Phase Tabs:
 Easy tabs organize your project into the foundation, floor, electrical, plumbing, roof, etc. creating all the steps needed for your design. |
 | Object LibraryUnlock a world of design potential with an expansive selection of 2D and 3D objects, offering endless possibilities to enhance your space. With a user-friendly interface, you can select and place entire furniture groupings through a simple drag-and-drop mechanism. Dive into a vast array of nationally recognized decorating materials, including stylish faux finishes, elegant wood flooring, sleek countertops, and versatile blinds, among others. Experience the ease and efficiency of our intuitively designed library, crafted for quick and straightforward searches, ensuring you find the perfect design elements in no time. |
Simple Drag and Drop Tools!Add rooms, paint color, furnishings, landscape plantings and more! | |
 Drag and Drop Before |  Drag and Drop After |
 | Build GreenGo green in one click; watch your design go green with design tips and objects; recycled glass counter tops, bamboo flooring and more! Make your home more energy efficient with new appliances or update your windows, doors and more! |
 |  | SmartWand™SmartWand™ technology adds paint or other material applications to a specific wall, room, or your entire house, with one mouse click! |
Instant 2D/3D Views plus the ability to create templates for a 3D model of your design
Instantly switch between 2D and 3D views with ease to bring your floor plans to life. This capability allows for a quick assessment of both the spatial and aesthetic qualities of a design. Additionally, you can create templates for a 3D model of your design for future projects or variations.
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2D EngineHigh performance and high-quality rendering for 2D geometry and text. Support for customizable line, fill, and pattern colors. |  |
Home Design Example |  Landscape Design Example |
Design in Greyscale
Draw Style ProfilesPick and apply a profile to an object.Save your profile, then quickly and easily apply to selected objects. |  |
Drawing StylesCustomize and apply drawing styles for any objects or group of objects. |  |
Format PainterEasily copy the same style to other objects. | |
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Line and Pattern StylesCustomize lines and patterns to your design. | |
 Sample Lines |  Sample Patterns |
Detailed View with Custom Applications |
AntialiasingSmooth lines and curves  | Line Cap StylesChoose from Miter, Bevel, and Round  |
Annotate Remodeling DetailsEasily and Clearly Show Before and After Changes  | TransparencyOptions for Lines, Fills, Patterns & Text.  |
Railing, Decks and StaircasesExplore an array of railing styles, from offset spindles to glass and wire, and craft custom 3D posts for unlimited design possibilities. With detailed deck construction tools, you can define fascia heights and post dimensions, and ensure stability with support posts that extend to the ground. Fine-tune staircase post heights and achieve a continuous handrail flow over posts for a polished finish. |  |
Windows, Doors SkylightsWindows, doors, and skylights now feature glass panes for enhanced realism in standard renderings. The photo rendering capability mimics the authentic qualities of double-pane window glass for a lifelike visual effect. |  |
Modify Tool BarAlign, edit, and distribute elements with ease. |
 | Alignment Tools – Quickly align a selected set of design elements. |
 | Distribution Tools – Spaces selected design elements evenly. |
 | Size Match – Make selected elements the same width, height or both. |
 | Duplicate – Creates specified number of copies, customizable spacing between copies. |
 | Flip and Mirror – objects horizontally and vertically. |
 | 2D View Tools – Reset View, Fit To Window, Fit To Selected. |
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Rich TextMore custom text options.  |  |
High-Quality Resolution and Printing |
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Cost Estimation Tool |  |
Instant 2D/3D Views plus the ability to create templates for a 3D model of your design
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Print Blueprints of Your Designs
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DWG/DXF Import and Export
 Import |  Export |
 | Intuitive Interactive Help & Do it Yourself TipsIncludes hundreds of DIY how-to-tips from the experts. |
Interoperability
FloorPlan® is equipped with robust import and export capabilities, ensuring smooth integration with a wide range of design and modeling tools. This flexibility allows you to bring in various types of data and materials to enrich your designs and to share your projects in versatile formats.
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System Requirements
Windows® 7 / 8 / 10 / 11 64-bit¹
Intel® or compatible 1.0 GHz 64-Bit processor or higher (multi-core processor supported)
Memory: 4 GB of RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Hard Disk Space: 4 GB available hard disk space
Video Card: VGA Video Card displaying at least 1024x768 with 32-bit color. (Dedicated video card with 4 GB or more RAM recommended)
DVD-ROM drive for media installations only
Mouse with wheel recommended
Internet access and Internet Service Provider account required²
¹ Administrator privileges are required to properly install the program on Windows® 10, Windows® 8, Windows® 7.
² User is responsible for all Internet access fees and phone charges.