COLUMBIA, MD, Nov 13, 2026 – Sustainability Dashboard of Vectorworks, introduced with Vectorworks 2026, has received a three-star certification from the latest round of judging for The DaVinci Awards. The dashboard aggregates data from design models to provide information on environmental performance during the design process.
The dashboard tracks four metrics: embodied carbon, Urban Greening Factor (UGF), biomass density and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). Designers can use these measurements to assess environmental performance in architecture, urban planning and building information modeling (BIM) projects. The DaVinci Awards judges entries quarterly, with successful nominations receiving one-, two- or three-star awards.
“We’re delighted to award Vectorworks a DaVinci Award, in recognition of their work in providing real-time environmental performance in architecture, urban planning, or building information modeling (BIM) projects,” said CEO and founder of The DaVinci Awards, James Williams. “Three-star awards are earned by nominees that embody innovation and deliver unparalleled impact – either by addressing an unmet need or significantly improving an existing area to the point of setting a new standard for others to aspire to. Many congratulations to Vectorworks on securing this award.”
“Vectorworks has delivered an exceptional innovation in sustainable design, transforming environmental analysis from a separate, retrospective exercise into an active part of the creative process,” added The DaVinci Awards COO, Annabelle Whittall. “Vectorworks’ ambitious approach to making environmental performance an everyday design consideration rather than a late-stage compliance exercise was particularly impressive to the judges.”
“The Sustainability Dashboard launched to provide instant, real-time insight into a project’s environmental performance, giving architects the confidence to push boundaries and deliver projects that make a measurable difference for people and the planet,” said Vectorworks VP of product marketing, Rubina Siddiqui. “It’s powerful to see that impact be celebrated by The DaVinci Awards recognition, as we are committed to shaping the next generation of design technology that leads toward a more sustainable built environment with smarter, more resilient designs.”
Source: Vectorworks
About Vectorworks
Vectorworks is a software company based in Columbia, MD. The company was founded in 1985 and develops design and BIM tools. Its software supports CAD, 3D modeling, rendering, documentation and project coordination. Products include Vectorworks Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, Fundamentals and ConnectCAD. The software serves architects, landscape architects, entertainment designers, engineers, contractors, educators and students. Users apply it to building design, site planning, urban design, stage production, lighting design and event planning. Vectorworks operates as part of the Nemetschek Group and sells through partners and resellers. Its products serve the architecture, engineering, construction and entertainment industries. Vectorworks reports more than 685,000 users in 85 countries. The company employs about 450 people globally.
