Say Hello!
General
- community
Welcome to the Arkio Community! <br>Come in, make yourself at home! <br>If you’ve made it this far, why not give us a lil’ hello and intro on who you are? Maybe tell…read more |
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Mar 11 |
The Botanical Gardens
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there,
- selected
The Botanical Gardens: A new path opens new possibilities<br>The path you are following forks into two… one path to the left and one to the right, One path will lead you to safety and while the other can cause you confusion…read more |
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16 |
321 |
May 2024 |
How to access the Arkio Beta
Beta program
- guide
How to access the Beta versions of Arkio<br>The Arkio Beta is available on Windows, Quest, iOS and Mac <br>Latest build 2.0.0b7 - 11 April 2025 <br>Learn about the new features on our release notes page <br>Sign up for our beta <br>Si…read more |
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11 |
779 |
23d |
How Saddle River Day School, NJ,USA is Using Arkio
Education
- community
Greeting Arkio Community, <br>We, The SRDS Rebels are excited to share on how we use Arkio at our School. I am Giri, an upper school computer science teacher. I Co-teach a class, “The VR City Building“ with the Tech Directo…read more |
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18 |
240 |
Jun 2 |
Provide feedback
Beta program
How to share your feedback<br>Feedback, findings, or examples of beta feature usage can be shared with us on the Arkio team and other users’ Beta community pages. If something is marked as WIP or “Known issue” in the releas…read more |
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10 |
193 |
Mar 2025 |
Installed 1.9 and now it crashes on launch
Help
- pc
Anyone else having issues with 1.9? I go to launch it and it brings up the black screen to start and then just crashes. <br>Log data says: <br> Error: 2024-09-30T14:06:59 3.396<br> [XRBootstrap] You are NOT entitled to use this…read more |
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11 |
98 |
Oct 2024 |
I’m having some trouble with locking
Help
- meta-quest
I don’t appear to be able to use spatial anchors or locks of any kind - no matter the scale, passthrough or not, with a freshly modelled room, reset spatial anchors, reset everything … nothing, nada, rein! <br>I do however …read more |
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9 |
90 |
Sep 2024 |
The landscape sample through architecture
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
In line with my research on hypercontextualization methods, this architectural excerpt demonstrates how framing can influence the perception of a place. The inability to see the horizon and distinguish the bou…read more |
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1 |
168 |
Feb 2025 |
Palo Alto Pollinator Path
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
Pollinators need help crossing busy four lane streets here in sunny Palo Alto, California. Here I imagined a thickly planted structure to provide a bridge from one side of the Embarcadero Road Pollinator Corridor Projec…read more |
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1 |
112 |
Jun 2024 |
Real world construction concept idea
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Every time I cruise past this lot on my way to the highway, I can’t shake the feeling that it’s just begging for some action - a new business, construction project, something!! . It’s a blank canvas waiting to be transfo…read more |
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7 |
227 |
Apr 2024 |
[Arkio 1.7 Released!
News
- community
Hai @Community, <br>Arkio 1.7 is finally out and ready to go! We’re excited to see what you create with these new features and we look forward to hearing your feedback! <br> <br>Visit our blog post to get the full scoop o…read more |
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0 |
106 |
Apr 2024 |
Using ARKIO in university urban planning education
Education
- community,
- pro-tip
Dear Arkio Community, <br>I’m writing this post to share my experiences using Arkio in the context of university education. I’m very happy to do this as a way of thanking the Arkio team (especially Johan!) who has supported…read more |
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1 |
132 |
Mar 31 |
Celebrate the release of Arkio 1.7! (LIVE)
News
- community,
- event
Hi @Community! <br>Join us live on May 2nd to learn all about the next big update to Arkio! We can’t wait to show off all of the new features and improvements comes with this new release, along with some other secret nug…read more |
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0 |
168 |
Apr 2024 |
Revit meets VR
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Image 1: Exterior View (Render in Revit) <br>Seeing my Revit model in Arkio for the first time was an exhilarating experience. Walking through my design at a 1:1 scale brought a new level of immersion and understanding. …read more |
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3 |
121 |
Aug 2024 |
Retrofit an indoor pool into Lofts
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
This week had the chance to visit an interesting indoor pool which was no longer in use. With beautiful roof exposed framing, and outstanding views to the garden all around, I thought on reclaming some of this space …read more |
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0 |
135 |
Jun 2024 |
Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright
Studio
- made-with-arkio |
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0 |
116 |
Apr 2024 |
[Introducing Arkio’s Pin Tool
News
- release
Arkio’s new Pin Tool enables you to pin and unpin objects and sections in your model, saving you from making changes that you didn’t intend to make. Pinning an object in your model prevents it from being moved, deleted, …read more |
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0 |
180 |
Apr 2024 |
CHALLENGE[02] Build Beyond ReadMe
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
@Community <br>Welcome to Arkio’s Design Challenge, episode 02! This challenge is going to be an exciting one, so lets dive right in <br>For challenge[02], Build Beyond, you will need to tap into Mixed …read more |
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3 |
709 |
Jun 2024 |
Room Addition - Cat Loft
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
For this challenge, I decided to create an addition to my room, which is a cat loft, for my Calico Cat Mimi. It has been a while since I used Arkio, so I wanted to have fun with the challenge, by creating an addition for…read more |
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0 |
72 |
Jun 2024 |
A Library in the Piano Room
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
I saw this piano room and immediately thought it would be a great reading spot Next time I’d like to try creating a library outside! <br>(modeled with the Quest Pro) |
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0 |
71 |
Jun 2024 |
A small slice of a big pie
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Quick game of football anyone!!! |
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0 |
116 |
Apr 2024 |
Locking position with anchors in mixed reality
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip,
- mixed-reality
A lil quiet in here lately but let’s change that with another Friday pro-tip. To kick off the weekend we wanted to shed some light on spatial anchors and how to utilize them with the lock position command …<br><br> read more |
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1 |
123 |
Aug 2024 |
Inside-Outside: Great room re-design & expansion
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
Inside-Outside: <br>The original space that I started with was a Great Room space that was adjacent to a Kitchen/Breakfast room. Within this space there is an existing fireplace (North wall), sets of windows (East wall), a…read more |
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0 |
82 |
Jun 2024 |
[Wristband UI updates
News
- release,
- ux
One of the objectives for Arkio’s 1.7 release was to enhance the capabilities of the wristband UI⌚. Sitting on the user’s wrists, the wristband UI serves as an easily accessible interface for the user to perform actions …read more |
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1 |
178 |
Apr 2024 |
[Hard to stop once you start
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Creating large cities for me requires, a few hours of peace, good music, and imagination… |
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0 |
102 |
Apr 2024 |
Our new Welcome to Arkio(video)
News
- community
We’ve been cooking up some new content that helps explain what Arkio is and how it can be used . One of those items we’ve recently released is our new Welcome to Arkio video . This greets any new (or existi…read more |
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0 |
100 |
Apr 2024 |
Little garden in domed patio with tree chandelier
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
Decided to make domed patio a greenery dress up. |
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0 |
56 |
Jun 2024 |
Preliminary Models in MR
Studio
- made-with-arkio
I’m excited to share my latest passion project: designing architectural features in VR using Arkio, all set in the great outdoors! <br> <br> <br>At first, I didn’t know what VR was, and I was always very skeptical whe…read more |
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0 |
97 |
Aug 2024 |
Incoming City!
Studio
- made-with-arkio |
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0 |
96 |
Apr 2024 |
Still waiting
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Hey, so last week I was filling up my car and saw a bunch of Tesla folks charging up their rides. Got me thinking, wouldn’t it be cool with Arkio, to create a sweet car? <br> <br>I started by dropping down one of those defaul…read more |
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0 |
94 |
Apr 2024 |
Emerald Jewel
Studio
- community,
- created-in-arkio
Welcome to the Emerald Jewel Resort <br>Nestled in a breathtaking landscape, the Emerald Jewel Resort is set to redefine luxury and innovation in hospitality. With its striking 3D design, characterized by sleek lines and ex…read more |
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1 |
61 |
Mar 2025 |
Oh, The Places You’ll Go!
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
My competition entry leverages Arkio’s 3D modeling tools and pass-through mixed reality technology to create an immersive virtual world based on Dr. Seuss’ “Oh, the Places You’ll Go.” This interactive experience allows u…read more |
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0 |
71 |
Jun 2024 |
Beta demo and feedback calls
Beta program
Hi @beta testers, <br>I’m planning to start a bi-weekly beta demo and feedback open call to demonstrate some of the latest features, show what we are currently working on, answer questions, and hear feedback from our users. …read more |
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5 |
130 |
Mar 2025 |
Million dollar view
Studio
- made-with-arkio |
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1 |
106 |
Apr 2024 |
Mini Wall Gallery
Challenges
- 02-build-beyond
Hello <br>There is an empty space in a hallway that I’ve wanted to use as a mini gallery So I gave Arkio a try and made a built in with spaces for art. |
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0 |
44 |
Jun 2024 |
[Welcome to Arkio!
General
We are so glad you joined us. <br><br>Arkio<br>A place for spatial designers <br><br>Here are some things you can do to get started: <br> Introduce yourself by adding your picture and information about yourself and your interests to…read more |
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0 |
148 |
Apr 2024 |
HTT Trading Port
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there,
- selected
(Here to there Submission) <br>Name : HTT Trading Port <br>Project Description: I imagined if there were platforms constructed across the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean, that would act as a bridge to many countries. A neutral comm…read more |
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0 |
140 |
Apr 2024 |
Examples for Build Beyond 📽️
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 02-build-beyond
Just in case a few you’re still on the hunt for Build Beyond inspo, we got you covered. We made a video that covers the different ways of approaching the design challenge and we highlighted three skill levels, …read more |
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0 |
117 |
Jun 2024 |
Vote for Arkio for the AWE 2024 Auggie Awards!
News
- community
Hi peeps! <br>We recently were put in the running for an AWE Award! The AWE Award recognizes the most innovative companies and products in the immersive tech industry. This award is a testament to the har…read more |
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4 |
160 |
Jun 2024 |
Midterm Explorations
Education
- community
Starting from the same three reference points; A, B, and C, each student developed a completely unique spatial journey in Arkio. What began as a shared framework quickly transformed into a diverse set of interpretations …read more |
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0 |
107 |
Mar 27 |
Urban Master Plan
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Sharing this masterplan concept that was done completely Arkio in less than 30 minutes. It’s pretty amazing to be able to jump to a street in human scale and keep editing and adjusting the design until it feels right. <br> …read more |
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0 |
105 |
Mar 2024 |
Using Arkio to Support Job Recruitment
Studio
- mixed-reality
We’ve been using Arkio to show industrial prospects what their facilities might look like if they chose to locate on one of our communities’ industrial-zoned properties while standing on the site. Here are a couple of ex…read more |
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2 |
106 |
Feb 2025 |
Bowser is no match for joy
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
If an obstacle course and a treasure map had a baby… and that baby was raised in my sons 5-year old mind… This would be their home. |
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0 |
103 |
Apr 2024 |
Virtual City- Project from Kulturskolan Mjölby mk
Education
- community
Project Summary: Virtual City – A Collaborative 3D Modeling and Game Design Project At Kulturskolan in Mjölby, a group of students took part in a creative project that combined 3D modeling, digital design, and collaborat…read more |
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2 |
105 |
May 19 |
Cliff to Caravel
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
posted by Akiyoshi <br><br>A curiously collapsed cliff causes a circuitous course circumnavigated by curvetting, crouching, climbing, cantering, and culminating in a colonnade. |
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0 |
102 |
Apr 2024 |
Meta Fabric
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there,
- selected
The intricately woven space was rapidly “hand” crafted by assembling simple blocks. This necessitated seamless manual construction at the actual scale within an immersive environment, taking into account block placement,…read more |
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2 |
184 |
Apr 2024 |
Missing Material Mountain
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
posted by see_borg <br><br>A path of bright red platforms leads to the top of a mountain with a hidden pond, peaking above the clouds. The atmosphere is so thin and harsh that the entire summit has been stripped of its textu…read more |
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0 |
98 |
Apr 2024 |
Walking Building
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Some silly-cyber-buildings I made after seeing some of Ro’s work in the example scenes |
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0 |
96 |
Apr 2024 |
Latest beta build release notes
Beta program
- guide
Latest build 2.0.0b7 - 11 April 2025<br>This page will go over all the new features available in the Beta. You can get the latest builds at Access Arkio Beta See the latest reply to learn what’s new versus previous builds <br>…read more |
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6 |
629 |
Aug 2025 |
Work in progress.. 1 of 5 zones
Studio
- made-with-arkio |
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2 |
91 |
Jul 2024 |
Masking your view with Mixed Reality
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
Happy Furday ya’ll! To wrap up the work week, we put together a quick post on how to use the passthrough material to mask your view. I’ve been getting a lot of questions on how we setup our mixed reality scenes, h…read more |
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0 |
80 |
Aug 2024 |
Assets and topography!
Ideas
I love Arkio. It’s an amazing tool for design. <br>As a landscape architect, I would love to have topography. Unless a site is completely flat, there’s almost always grading to do. I would love to be able to sculpt the si…read more |
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3 |
116 |
Jun 2024 |
Implementations that could be useful for Arkio
Ideas
- feature-request
A few questions, I’ve tried 1.7. The new UI for displaying certain settings on the wrist is very practical! And thank you very much for adding the large models, which will be very useful in my hypercontextualization syst…read more |
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1 |
162 |
Apr 2024 |
Environment Dome Import
Ideas
- feature-request
post originally from Heimo Mooslechner <br><br>I have a 360°cam and i did some environment-Domes in Twinmotion or in Blender. When project the 360°-Image on the inside of the dome and its big enough, it fits the "real environ…read more |
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1 |
160 |
Apr 2024 |
Kohler assets!
Studio
Excellent free assets for the spa bath and then some. |
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0 |
65 |
Jun 2024 |
Setting up a Meeting in Arkio!
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
Another Friday and another Pro Tip! This time we’re wrapping up this week with a quick guide on how to start an Arkio meeting . Meetings are a quick way to connect your virtual space w…read more |
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0 |
62 |
Sep 2024 |
Cyber City 2.0
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
A small project I’ve been working on created entirely in arkio |
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4 |
86 |
Oct 2024 |
Announcing Arkio 1.8🎉
News
Incoming @ArkioNews, Version 1.8 is out n the wild!! <br><br> <br> <br> <br><br>The Arkio crew has been hard at work cooking up new features and improvements, and we’re excited to hear what you think! I’m e…read more |
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0 |
58 |
Jul 2024 |
Endless Pathway
Studio
- made-with-arkio
The purpose of the endless pathway is to not only explore different ideas, but to express a certain feeling by embracing the sense of strange that can explore a new point of view. In order to embrace the sense of strange…read more |
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1 |
124 |
Apr 2024 |
[Retreat to Iceland!
News
- community
Hey Arkitechs <br>Our team is meeting up IRL this week at the ArkioHQ in Reykjavik! It’s going to be an awesome chance for us to hang out, brainstorm, and just enjoy some incredible scenery together. It’s all abou…read more |
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2 |
96 |
May 2024 |
Beginner gardening plans
Studio
I used arkio to help me and my family members see the vision. when i was explaining to them they it as my desert yard is lifeless its hard to pucture . You’ll see some produce that I planted, I wanted to…read more |
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3 |
80 |
Nov 2024 |
Award-winning Virtual Exchange (COIL) with Arkio
Education
- community,
- announcement
The Design Futures Exchange has been a more-than three-year partnership in the architectural education of students at Arizona State University (ASU) in the U.S., and An-Najah National University (NNU) in the West Bank. T…read more |
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2 |
16 |
24d |
Winners of Build Beyond
News
- community,
- announcement,
- design-challenge
Let’s kick off the week with some exciting news with the announcement of the 02-build-beyond design challenge. <br><br> 1st place @GaelR <br>The landscape sample through architecture <br><br> 2nd place @Carlo…<br><br> read more |
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2 |
49 |
Jul 2024 |
Command Post /think tank
Studio
- community,
- made-with-arkio |
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4 |
119 |
May 2024 |
Arkio to Enscape!
Guides
- guide
We got a fresh new How to___ with Arkio video for ya’ll! This time we are covering how you can utilize your Arkio models for rendering visualization with Enscape <br>Check it out! <br> <br> <br> <br><br>Shout out to @Missy f…read more |
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1 |
101 |
Feb 2025 |
Work in progress
Studio
- made-with-arkio
Here is one of the projects I’ve been working on, an eco-friendly power plant nestled off the grid in a Rock Quarry. It’s like a hidden gem of sustainability. The whole concept is really starting to take shape, I’m Diggi…read more |
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4 |
110 |
May 2024 |
Creating 3d worlds for Unity VRChat
Help
- pc,
- import-export,
- android
Hey there just seeing if anyone has come up with anything to help with the compiling errors you get when trying to upload for a game with a backbone of unity. Like vrchat seems to me that the scripts that arkio uses inte…read more |
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8 |
232 |
Jun 2024 |
Mixed Reality Patio Model
Studio
- made-with-arkio
I took advantage of some good weather recently and took my headset outside for a walk to model something in a nearby park. I found a spot that was set back, a bit more open and has a simple pathway that wrapped around a …read more |
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1 |
154 |
Jun 2024 |
Locking not working
Help
- meta-quest
Hi there, <br>I have been having some issues with locking models when in 1:1 scale. I am working in a big room and I need my objects to lock into space because it is hard to keep rescaling it every time. It also doesn’t let…read more |
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1 |
148 |
Jun 2024 |
Porportional scaling of imports to correct size
Guides
- guide
When loading floorplans or other drawings to Arkio these often include dimension references that can be used to correctly scale the object in Arkio. The easiest way to scale objects is to load them in the correct size on…read more |
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5 |
147 |
Nov 2025 |
Designing Movement: Virtual Paths in Arkio
Education
- community
Last year in the Reality Check course at the Boston Architectural College, students explored architecture in mixed reality using Arkio through a midterm assignment focused on designing a continuous virtual path. The g…read more |
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0 |
34 |
Feb 10 |
Baked Map from Unity
Help
- pc,
- import-export
post originally from 3desart <br><br>Firstly sorry for my English <br>Hello, I’m loving Arkio! <br>I have a doubt: <br>When I import a scene from Unity it comes without the Baked map! <br>the textures come without the shadows created in …read more |
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1 |
131 |
Apr 2024 |
Cross-platform synchronisation
Help
- meta-quest,
- pc,
- mac,
- ios
Hello everyone that reads this! Recently I’ve started using Arkio and can’t find a way to synchronise my scenes between Meta Quest 2, Mac and iOS. I also couldn’t find an answer on how to do it anywhere, so that’s why I’…read more |
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5 |
132 |
Aug 2024 |
Passthrough-Photos
Help
- meta-quest
Hello, I am using an Oculus 2 and am having issues taking photos in Passthrough mode. When I take photos in Passthrough mode the existing elements in the room (from passthrough) do not show up on the camera screen or in…read more |
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3 |
280 |
Jun 2024 |
[#MadeInArkio - Verified in Field w/ Gael Ranc
News
- community,
- vif,
- spotlight
We’ve got a new series incoming for ya’ll… Introducing our #MadeInArkio series! This series will aim to share the inspiring success stories of our community members and leaders. <br>First up: @GaelR, an Architect …read more |
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0 |
31 |
Jul 2024 |
[Build Beyond Highlights
News
- community,
- design-challenge
Closing off this week with a highlight from some of the incredible entries from the Build Beyond Design Challenge! Check out the some of the ways our community is modeling with mixed reality …read more |
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0 |
31 |
Jul 2024 |
Import from Unity changes geometry
Help
- meta-quest,
- mac
Hi, <br>I tried to import a simple room with three walls via the Unity Plug-in and in Arkio (on Quest3) it only shows three small cubes instead of the walls. Is there anything I can do? <br>Thanks! |
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6 |
203 |
Apr 2024 |
Community Guidelines
General
General HQ Rules <br><br>Be nice, we are all here to learn and help each other.<br>Be yourself, this community is made for all<br>No discriminatory language<br>Use appropriate channels<br>Do not post the same message on multiple channels<br>…read more |
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0 |
162 |
Feb 2024 |
Unable to change the value when editing a side
Help
- mac
post from Henk Kraal <br><br>When using Arkio on Mac I cannot change the size of a side to something specific. In VR you edit the side, click on the current size and a head-up numpad appears which you can use to input the cor…read more |
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1 |
114 |
Apr 2024 |
What is this Known As…?
Help
- meta-quest
Hi Everyone, <br>What is this officially known as? What is the object’s/feature’s name? |
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2 |
86 |
Jun 2024 |
Pollinator Crossing
Studio
- community,
- made-with-arkio
Pollinator crossing between two habitats separated by a four lane road. Just getting started! |
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2 |
82 |
Jun 2024 |
Design Challenge-Here to There[01]
Challenges
- 01-here-to-there
Here to There This design challenge has ended! <br><br>For design challenge[01] you need to build a pathway that connects two locations of a site. It’s as simple as that! <br> <br>Prizes<br>Each sele…read more |
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0 |
125 |
Apr 2024 |
Importing OBJ File, can you override Axis?
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export
post originally from Jonathan Spence <br><br>Hey there, I have exported an OBJ file from Sketchup and brought it into Arkio via the cloud, however the axis seems to have flipped. Ie the x or y axis seems to be the Z axis with…read more |
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5 |
274 |
May 2024 |
Meandering Tree Path (first model!)
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
[posted by Duhu <br><br>Portals within a tree trail, ups and downs, and ins and outs |
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0 |
117 |
Apr 2024 |
Arkio in Education - LIVE Event
News
- community
Hey there peeps! <br>Join our live stream on 2024-09-05T17:00:00Z (UTC)→2024-09-05T18:00:00Z (UTC) to hear from educational leaders about how Arkio is transforming the way we teach and learn about design and spatial quality…read more |
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2 |
67 |
Sep 2024 |
I’ve fallen in LOVE with Arkio!
Ideas
- feature-request
First, I need to come out and just say that I feel like a mouse addressing a room full of lions. I know I am absolutely not the target demographic for this program despite having a REALLY nice time playing around in it, …read more |
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1 |
45 |
Aug 2025 |
Dystopian Universe
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
posted by Lucian SM <br><br>A dystopian universe inspired by Escher’s art - a labyrinth of enclosed spaces with unique situations - a composition of volumes, states, and emotions. |
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0 |
109 |
Apr 2024 |
Walking instead of teleporting
Help
- meta-quest
Hello, <br>I am new to Arkio, and I am learning the basics. So far I am loving the app but I find it dificult to move just by teleporting. I want to walk instead, not in reality but digitally. Is there a setting to change …read more |
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1 |
73 |
Feb 2025 |
Here To Where?!
Challenges
- made-with-arkio,
- 01-here-to-there
post by Chriss Roidt <br><br>This project explores how space is navigated in VR, how it is understood, and sometimes misunderstood. The path is designed to carefully constrain views through skewed model geometry and the flat …read more |
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0 |
97 |
Apr 2024 |
Sell me this pen 🖋️Logitech MX ink for Arkio!
News
- community,
- announcement
Some exciting news to kick off the week with Logitech announced today the release of their new stylus, the MX ink. We’ve been working with their team to support this functionality in Arkio, the UX powers @Embla a…read more |
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1 |
66 |
Jun 2024 |
Texture Channels
Help
- pc,
- import-export
post originally from Devin Sloan <br><br>Hello, <br>I have found virtually no documentation about how texturing works. As far as I understand you just upload a texture file with your model and it applies it. Is this limited to…read more |
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6 |
194 |
Apr 2024 |
Locking the build plate and .OBJ file import
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export
Hi <br>How do I lock the build plate into position so that it doesn’t move every time a remove the headset ? <br>Also, is it possible to import O.BJ files that keep their colours when imported? <br>Thank you. |
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142 |
Apr 2024 |
Snapping and “Default Land Mass”
Help
- meta-quest
Hi Everyone, <br>I’m really struggling with snapping. It seems I cannot turn off snapping for the “default land mass” provided as a starting plateau in Arkio. Can snapping be turned off so that modeled objects do not orie…read more |
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3 |
138 |
Jun 2024 |
Rhino to Arkio through the Arkio Cloud
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
Another pro-tip coming in for the peeps! Cloud groups are your key to effortlessly bring your models into Arkio—whether on desktop or headset. So here is a handy guide to help you get up and running with a bi-directional…<br><br> read more |
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0 |
72 |
Aug 2024 |
How to have a design work session with Arkio
Guides
- guide
Incoming content!<br>We’re excited to introduce our new series “How To __________ With Arkio” <br>We start off with… How to have design work sessions with Arkio …read more |
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0 |
72 |
Jun 2024 |
Move and Rotate like a Pro!
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
[Protip incoming! This time we went back to the basics of how to move and rotate an object |
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0 |
60 |
Sep 2024 |
How to import OBJ and MTL
Help
- pc,
- import-export
post originally from Espen Færavaag da Silva <br><br>I’m sure it’s a simple solution, but I can’t for the life of me import an OBJ file with the MTL file. I have tried both cloud import and directly putting them in the device…read more |
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1 |
233 |
Apr 2024 |
Topography & TINs
Ideas
- feature-request
Dear Arkio R&D, <br>With TIN/point files available from OpenTopography, I’d like to propose Arkio R&D consider/reconsider a company position/approach to topography that would have Imported CSV point files create the Green T…read more |
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0 |
55 |
Jun 2024 |
Lock model view in AR seems buggy
Help
- meta-quest
post originally from Aaron Nordstrom <br><br>We are working with viewing our models in AR. I have a few questions. <br><br>I know you can ‘lock’ the movement of the model by using the lock icon on your left wrist. Every now and th…read more |
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3 |
154 |
Apr 2024 |
Placing and working with images
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
The most exciting and anticipated moment for anyone’s week has arrived, pro-tip Friday! <br>This time around we are showing how you can incorporate images into your models. Whether you’re sketching o…<br><br> read more |
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0 |
54 |
Oct 2024 |
Round Objects in arkio - arkio shutting down
Help
- import-export,
- mac
Hello, <br>we are trying to import round objects, round supports, round collums into arkio. Arkio is not showing the round objects, and in our case the bridge has now support, collums are visually missing. In Rhino here in …read more |
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1 |
111 |
Jun 2024 |
Colouring, prepare a Rhino model for Arkio
Help
- mac
Dear All, <br>we are wondering what would be the best way to prepair a model in Rhino, so it is possible to use the colours given to color individual sections, as shown in the demonstration of Arkio. Here in the screen sho…read more |
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2 |
90 |
Jun 2024 |
Quest vr walk through
Help
- meta-quest
post originally from Drew Monahan <br><br>Love this app. I am trying to physically walk a whole floor instead of teleporting and the model opacity drops to 25% ish. I tried turning off the boundary and locking my position. Is…read more |
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1 |
170 |
Apr 2024 |
Quality of Life Improvements & Ideas
Ideas
- feature-request
Hello team, <br>Forgive me if any of the following suggestions are in the development pipeline or in the software and I couldn’t find it. Here are some feature suggestions I have from my time modeling in Arkio. <br><br>Ability to…read more |
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2 |
72 |
Jul 2024 |
Size of buildings from maps
Help
- meta-quest
Hi, I set up the map and activated the buildings. I tried to change the size of the buildings in passthrough to the real size. That does not work. why? |
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3 |
62 |
Jul 2024 |
How to clear out imported assets from Arkio
Help
- pc
I’m trying to clear out my library of imported OBJs so I can populate with different models for a new project. I removed all the files from Documents>Arkio>Imports>Models, but Arkio still has them in the Create tool and …read more |
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2 |
65 |
Jul 2024 |
Error Exporting Revit Files with plugin
Help
- pc
post originally from Arq. Gabriela Martinez <br><br>I’m trying to export a Revit file to Arkio for the first time and I’m having trouble. A message pops up saying: “There was an error while trying to run the Arkio Export comm…read more |
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1 |
139 |
Apr 2024 |
Two point editing does not work
Help
- meta-quest
How can I choose two point editing when creating a block? It is always snapping to a rotated coordinate cross on the floor. (Is there a way to change that?) <br>I do not find whatˋs wrong. |
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4 |
48 |
Jul 2024 |
AutoCAD to Arkio units issues
Help
- pc,
- import-export
I am having issues getting my AutoCAD based 3d bard design to scale into Arkio properly. I am modeling with architectural units in AutoCAD. So I can import an OBJ into Arkio, I import the DWG in 3DS Max, set units to inc…read more |
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4 |
85 |
Oct 2024 |
Rhino 8 export to cloud
Help
- meta-quest,
- pc,
- import-export
Hi <br>I am using rhino 8 and when I export my mondel to the arkio cloud the file isn’t showing up on the cloud website. What do you think is the issue. |
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4 |
80 |
Apr 2025 |
Error Message “Failed to export model”
Help
- pc,
- sketchup
posted originally by John Tarkington <br><br>In Sketchup Pro 2022, I’m using the Arkio plugin to export files to Arkio. However, when in sketchup and I select “Export to Arkio” I get the error message “Failed to export model …read more |
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1 |
125 |
Apr 2024 |
Impact of 4D Imaging Tools on Co-Creation
General
- community
Dear all, <br>I am a PhD candidate and recently worked/teached with Arkio in field of spatial design/ architecture. Now I am about to write and article. I am excited to hear your thoughts on the Impact of 4D Imaging Tools o…read more |
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0 |
30 |
Sep 2024 |
Working with Groups
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
Another Friday pro-tip ready for the community This time we are showing off the power of groups in Arkio! |
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0 |
28 |
Sep 2024 |
Importing .BIMX .FBX file? to use with Oculus 2
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export
Hi, <br>I’m totally new to this so sorry for my probably stupid questions. However I tried to view a 3D model from my architect drawn guest house on my Oculus Quest 2. It is exported from AutoCAD as far I know and first I g…read more |
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1 |
109 |
Sep 2024 |
What are these cyan cylinders?
Help
- meta-quest
post originally from Qwert <br><br>What are these cyan cylinders that floating around, and how can I remove them? My moving pointer is snapped on them, so it’s difficult to move around them. |
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1 |
103 |
Apr 2024 |
2024: The Year in Review
2024's Top Users<br>Most Time Reading<br><br>User<br>Hours Read<br><br> @RO100<br>6<br><br> @Missy<br>2<br><br> @jin<br>2<br><br> @tclaudia<br>1<br><br> @Embla<br>1<br><br> @vr_vagabond_pro<br>1<br><br> @Oom_Wat<br>1<br><br> @Alexandra_Garcia<br>1<br><br> @GaelR<br>1<br><br> @Hulksmash2004<br>1<br><br>Most …read more |
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2 |
47 |
Jan 2025 |
PlugIn Mac-Rhino-arkio
Ideas
- feature-request
Hello Team, <br>here in my M.A. class I get more and more the question when the or if an plugin for mac is planed? It would help the workflow just like it does for PC. <br>Thank you! <br>Best wishes. |
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2 |
80 |
Jun 2024 |
What should be our next protip?
Ideas
- pro-tip
Hi all - we’ve been cooking up some short form guides that we’ve been posting as pro-tip. These videos are typically something we put together as a response to users asking questions for workflows or different tech…<br><br> read more |
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3 |
69 |
Sep 2024 |
Documentation
Help
- meta-quest
Hi, where do I find documentation for Arkio? I only find what is possible but not exactly how to use it. Thanks, Joerg |
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2 |
44 |
Jul 2024 |
Struggling with doors, windows and floors
Help
- meta-quest
Hi everyone! I’m working on building houses in Arkio using Meta Quest 3, starting with a floor plan in 1-1 scale. <br>I build all the walls relatively smoothly, but when I try to insert doors and windows the problems begin.…read more |
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1 |
93 |
Jul 2025 |
Layers, please! Projects cannot scale without them
Ideas
- feature-request
Without layers (like photoshop) to organize the hierarchy of objects, it’s really hard to scale projects beyond a certain point. <br>With layers and having every object bound to a layer, a lot of cool features could be made…read more |
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2 |
71 |
May 2025 |
Graphics broken when running from PC
Help
- meta-quest
On the latest version of Arkio my graphics is completely broken, or rather the VR is broken when running from Windows 11. It more or less looks like the eyes are swapped or out of sync. In the Quest link menu everything …read more |
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3 |
57 |
Nov 2025 |
Multiple room imports with the quest 3?
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export
Hi, <br>I’m trying to model a few rooms in my home as i plan to remodel the house. Using the quest room import feature i can import one room at a time but i cannot see a way to import multiple rooms in a single scene …read more |
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1 |
80 |
May 2025 |
Join group not working in Steam
Help
- pc
I may well be missing something here but I can’t Join a group with the Steam interface. The Enter invite code box can’t be selected. <br>If I select the BIM option the box is active but not the arkio cloud option. |
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1 |
79 |
May 2024 |
Best approach for simple landscaping
Help
- meta-quest
I am just getting Arkio and am very impressed by features and UX. My target usecase is to model my house / garden and experiment with changes. The one thing I am struggling to do / understand is what’s the best way to cr…read more |
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1 |
43 |
Sep 2024 |
Privacy of 3d models
Help
- meta-quest,
- pc,
- import-export
Hi, <br>If I upload a 3d model or scan to Arkio cloud is it stored fully private so nobody have access to it? Its about customers IP that has to be protected. <br>Thanks, Joerg |
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1 |
42 |
Aug 2024 |
Salvage objects, from a corrupted scene
Help
- meta-quest
Forgive me guys, I am a complete novice and no absolutely no knowledge on 3d tools to design etc. Naively thought I could use arkio, in my community campaign to communicate <br>alternative plans my local government and neig…read more |
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1 |
74 |
Jan 2025 |
AI camera test Rhino 3d complex geometry
Beta program
- pro-tip |
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1 |
40 |
Mar 2025 |
Converting arkio to revit 2025
Help
- pc,
- import-export
Hi… I am currently using revit 2025 and I manage to import revit to arkio. But the 1st attempt to import arkio to revit doesn’t open and the 2nd one didn’t create any file at all. I am currently using educational version…read more |
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1 |
68 |
Dec 2024 |
Rhino to Arkio Questions and Suggestions
Ideas
Hello there! <br>I’m very excited to test the capabilities of Arkio as part of a research project into architecture and XR. Given I’m mostly based in Rhino… <br>_Will there be a more seamless integration between Rhino and Arki…read more |
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1 |
65 |
Jan 2025 |
Using Arkio without VR headset?
General
While I am waiting to get my VR Gear, can I get started building in Arkio? and do I need to build in some other program, and then only modify in Arkio, or can i build directly - im working by myself - -im a hobbyist arch…read more |
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1 |
65 |
Oct 2024 |
Cloud uploads not showing in groupl
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export,
- ios
I have a new project and I wanted to use Arkio to do a layout for vendors at a park. I use the map but it doesn’t show the actual divide of how the trees separate the park space so I went online and downloaded a picture …read more |
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2 |
53 |
Mar 2025 |
Recording videos from your headset
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
Friday is here, which means another pro-tip! We’ve had a few users ask how we record our mixed reality content and the settings we use—so here it is! <br><br>The process is very simple: <br><br>Hit the meta quest button on your cont…<br><br> read more |
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0 |
91 |
Aug 2024 |
Import models from Chief Architect
Help
We recently got a question from a user if it is possible to import models from Chief Architect into Arkio on the Quest 3. <br>Depending on your software export capabilities models can be loaded to Arkio directly or via an i…read more |
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0 |
85 |
Jan 2025 |
Is there a way to create rounded shapes?
Ideas
- feature-request
Spheres, cylinders, cylinder sectors, cones… they would be useful in some cases. <br>Is importing external 3d objects the only way if we want these shapes? |
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1 |
59 |
Apr 2025 |
How to submit an entry for a design challenge
Challenges
Posting an entry to a design challenge is similar to how you would create a new topic on our community site. It’s a quick and easy process that can be done from mobile and desktop, the procedure is more or less the same …read more |
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0 |
80 |
Jun 2024 |
Build Beyond Feedback
Ideas
- community,
- learning,
- documentation
Thinking about the recent design challenge, 02-build-beyond, we wanted to gather feedback from you about the process of submitting to the design challenge / modeling in mixed reality. We are actively working on improv…<br><br> read more |
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2 |
45 |
Jul 2024 |
Educational examples of Arkio
Education
Arkio is used worldwide in various schools and classrooms, and we’d love to hear from our users about how they are using Arkio. We will begin by sharing some examples of our educational users when Arkio was still in its …read more |
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0 |
77 |
Nov 2025 |
Export arkio screenshots/download to Oculus2
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export,
- mac,
- android
Dear arkio-team, <br>we are working in our M.A. architecture class with arkio. And we have the question how to export the screenshots from the Arkio review sessions. <br>We are following this link: https://support.arkio.is/hc/…read more |
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1 |
54 |
Aug 2024 |
Textures from unity to arkio
Help
- pc
Hy, i have a question about the export from unity to Arkio. <br>In fact when i export my map with the textures from unity, it’s seems that they don’t appear on Arkio as the walls are all white. <br>is there something i didn’t …read more |
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1 |
52 |
Nov 2025 |
Walking around without the transparency effect
Ideas
- feature-request
Hi! I’m new to the forum so I’m sorry if this has already been discussed, couldn’t find it… <br>I’m using the walking feature to do apartment tours, but as soon as I do a couple of steps the transparency effect kicks in and…read more |
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1 |
52 |
Jun 2025 |
Webpage navigation
Ideas
Hello, <br>maybe I did not searched enough to find the buttons/links. <br>It would be nice to change from the main Arkio pages to Support and Community and back. <br>From Support and Community I do not find the way back. <br>Thanks. …read more |
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3 |
20 |
Aug 2024 |
Arkio on 3d, walkthrough floors & above design
Help
Hi…I’ve been trying to find videos about the walkthroughs. Like I want to import a 3d from revit that I created a walkthrough i don’t know if arkio can do the same as walking from 1st to 2nd floor via stairs. <br>Has anyone…read more |
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1 |
49 |
Nov 2024 |
Trouble importing Revit model into Arkio
Help
Hello, <br>So I am currently attempting to import a revit model into arkio and so far Ive been successful in bringing it into Arkio on my desktop but I have not been able to import the revit model into arkio on my Meta Ques…read more |
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1 |
49 |
Nov 2024 |
[Poll Time!
General
- community
Hi Arkitechs We got a question for the community! <br>What type of daily challenges do you face when using technology in design work sessions? Give us a vote below📩 <br>poll |
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0 |
64 |
Jun 2024 |
Help! Presentation about software!
General
- community
Hello everyone, Guen here, I am currently studying Civil Engineering Technology and taking virtual reality on SAIT (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology). I’ll be presenting the software as a business proposal to our…read more |
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1 |
44 |
Nov 2024 |
Import dialog
Help
- meta-quest
When i import a OBJ file, the preview in the import dialog shows the model correctly. <br>However, if i place it, there is only a blank plane. <br>What make i wrong? The unit are correct (m, cm, mm). <br>Thanks, Olivier |
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1 |
42 |
Oct 2024 |
How to place my floor plan onto the workspace tabl
Help
- meta-quest,
- import-export
Hello Arkio Community <br>My name is Omar Rafael Pérez Gallardo, and I’m very new here — I’ve been exploring the platform for about a week now. I just wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank the developers and the entire…read more |
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1 |
39 |
Oct 2025 |
Cheap Headset Recommendations
General
Im very new at this – never used a VR Headset – but, I like what I am seeing when it comes to Arkio. Im a hobbyist architectural designer and visualizer, I would LOVE to get a headset that I could use with Arkio, as wel…read more |
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1 |
39 |
Oct 2024 |
Staying in the loop with Groups
General
Another community site tip incoming <br>A great organization feature with discourse is the groups. We’ve been utilizing groups in Discourse as a way to: <br><br>Organize our users<br>Send out notifications to for …read more |
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0 |
55 |
Jun 2024 |
Studio Upgrades!
General
- community
ohhh yeah now our Studio channel is starting to look like a virtual-studio! I’ve been wanting to figure out a way to display the images in the topics from the Studio channel, it brings…<br><br> read more |
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0 |
55 |
Jun 2024 |
I get error when I try to Revit -> Arkio -> Unity
Help
- pc
Hi Arkio Team, I’m new and want to test the software. <br>Currently the following Problem is happend. <br>I opened a Revit and exported it to Arkio. Then in Arkio I exported file to Unity. Wenn I use the Arkio Unity Plugin to …read more |
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1 |
40 |
Sep 2025 |
Research papers using Arkio
Education
Over the last few years, we’ve had a number of students, postgraduates, and PhDs using Arkio for research on various topics that utilize Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality. We’ve seen research focusing on the architectura…read more |
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0 |
53 |
Nov 2025 |
Modular design and working with 2D references
Guides
This guide includes several small workflow tips to elevate your design skills with Arkio 2.0 to the next level. <br>When working on more complex Arkio creations, you want to reuse design elements and work on parts of the bu…read more |
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0 |
50 |
Oct 2025 |
[Community Site Tips
General
Hi peeps! It’s been a few months since we moved over to Discourse from our other social forums and I’ve gotten a handful of questions around different navigation and posting things within the site. So I thought I would s…read more |
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0 |
50 |
Jun 2024 |
[Final day for Build Beyond
News
- community
hi peeps - some quick @StudioNews ! <br> <br> <br>Last day to submit your entry to our Build Beyond design challenge! Submissions close at 11:59pm ET. If you need any support from us, don’t hesitate to get in…read more |
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0 |
46 |
Jun 2024 |
Who’s going to NXT Build 2024?! 🏗️
News
- community
Our crew will be attending NXT BLD in London this year! If you’re going to be attending as well, we would love to sync up! @Johan will be expo floor tomorrow starting at 8:30AM BST. Swing by, say…read more |
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0 |
45 |
Jun 2024 |
Version 1.9 is Live!
News
- community,
- announcement
Arkio 1.9 is out in the wild! Not only does this update bring full support for stylus, but it also introduces a range of UI improvements. Let us know what you think <br><br> <br> <br> <br><br>Get the full rel…read more](https://community.arkio.is/t/version-1-9-is-live/242) |
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0 |
38 |
Sep 2024 |
Arkio 2.0 now available
News
Arkio 2.0 is now available for download on all your devices. <br><br> <br> <br> <br><br>This is our biggest release yet, introducing a multitude of new features and improvements that some of you have already tried in the Be…read more](https://community.arkio.is/t/arkio-2-0-now-available/442) |
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0 |
35 |
Aug 2025 |
[Open Blocks goes open
General
- community,
- xr
If you’ve been in the xr creator community for a while you might remember the modeling tool Blocks from google. I remember getting really into creating worlds with it (I’ll need to dig up some sketches) but Blocks went s…read more |
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0 |
33 |
Jul 2024 |
Modeling w/ style using the MX Ink
Guides
- guide,
- pro-tip
[Another Friday protip coming in for the crew! Here we are taking a look how the new stylus feature works and how it brings the familiarity of pen and paper into Arkio. |
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0 |
29 |
Sep 2024 |
Digital Preservation in Volterra 🏟️
News
- announcement,
- blog
Hey there arkitects! We got a new blog post to share with you, this time @dace tells the tale of his time in Volterra during the digital preservation workshop. From the strategic capturing of differe…read more |
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0 |
27 |
Aug 2024 |
VR house refurbishment
Ideas
Sharing some nice feedback on Arkio here from a non-professional using Arkio to discuss their house refurbishment with the family: <br><br>After spending some time with Arkio and following this guide I have completed a first v…read more |
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0 |
25 |
Jan 19 |
Modeling a Home !
News
- community
[ICYMI - We modeled a home! For the release of Arkio 1.8 we wanted to showoff what’s new by modeling a home from scratch. Check it out! |
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0 |
24 |
Jul 2024 |
Arkio 2.1 now available
News
- announcement
Arkio 2.1 builds upon our recent 2.0 release, further enhancing Arkio for design ideation, presentations, and reviews. This update brings key performance improvements, new integrations, and usability upgrades across all …read more |
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0 |
20 |
Oct 2025 |
Arkio 2.0 live event
News
Watch the recording here to learn all about Arkio 2.0, our biggest release yet, featuring AI rendering, layers, Archicad support, collaborative frames, issue export, and more. During the live event special guest Anna My…read more |
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0 |
13 |
Oct 2025 |