Magicplan
Magicplan is a mobile application developed by Sensopia Inc. The app enables users to create 2D and 3D floor plans in real time by using the camera of a smartphone or tablet alongside augmented reality (AR) technology. Magicplan is currently available for iOS and Android devices and has been used by professionals in various industries, such as architecture, real estate, and home improvement.
History
Magicplan was founded and developed in 2011 by Sensopia Inc in Montreal, Canada. In 2016, Sensopia merged with B&O, a German company conglomerate in the housing sector. Since then, Magicplan holds offices in Montreal and Munich. The first version of Magicplan was launched in 2011 for iOS devices, and the Android version followed in 2013. The app gained widespread recognition and was included in Apple's 2017 Best Apps of the Year list.
Features
Magicplan combines AR technology, through Apple's ARKit with deep learning. Users can capture room dimensions, add objects such as furniture and appliances, and annotate the plan with additional information.
The app includes various features, including:
- 2D and 3D floor plan generation
- Automatic room and objects detection and measurement
- Object library with customizable items
- Integration with other cloud storage services
- Exporting in multiple file formats (e.g., PDF, JPG, DXF, OBJ, IFC and CSV)
- Field reports including photos, 360° images, notes, custom forms, and markups
- Take-off and work estimates to calculate pricing
- Collaboration tools for sharing and editing floor plans in real time
Applications
Magicplan is used by professionals and individuals for various purposes, such as:
- Real estate agents and brokers for marketing properties
- Architects and interior designers for project planning
- Construction and remodeling contractors to stay organized and prepare estimates
- Homeowners and renters for space planning and renovation DIY projects
- Claims adjusters and restoration contractors for estimating property damage
- Home inspectors for creating inspection reports
- Facility managers for managing building assets and maintenance tasks