The startup offers a real-time collaborative architectural design tool that enables architects to create and modify designs online without software installation. This platform addresses the challenge of remote teamwork in architecture by facilitating seamless communication and drawing among team members.
Funding
$330K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Architectural design teams often struggle with inefficient communication and version control when collaborating on projects, especially with remote team members or external stakeholders. Sharing and reviewing large files, managing markups, and ensuring everyone is working from the latest version can lead to errors, delays, and increased project costs.
Solution
HTCH provides a cloud-based collaboration platform designed to streamline architectural design workflows and reduce project administration. The platform allows teams to upload various file types, including PDFs, images, and 3D models, and then mark up and comment directly on them within a web browser. By centralizing project files and communication, HTCH eliminates the need for cumbersome email chains and ensures all team members have access to the most up-to-date information. The intuitive interface requires no software installation or special training, making it easy for both technical and non-technical stakeholders to participate in the design review process.
Target Audience
HTCH is designed for architects, designers, and building professionals of all sizes who need a simple way to share designs, gather feedback, and manage project communication.
Features
- Supports a wide range of file formats, including .jpg, .gif, .pdf, .obj, .gltf, and .glb
- Offers native plugins for SketchUp, Revit, and Rhino
- Provides real-time markup and annotation tools for collaborative design review
- Enables users to pin comments to specific views within the design
- Includes a spotlight and follow feature for focused reviews
- Offers a collaborative whiteboard for brainstorming and visual communication
- Provides unlimited storage for project files
- Features super-fast graphics for smooth 3D model viewing at 60fps