Motif Takes First Step in Making BIM a Reality with Cloud-based Collaboration Platform

New platform for architects, engineers, and designers enables real-time design review to bring 2D and 3D workflows together in one interactive workspace

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Motif, Inc., makers of the next-generation software platform for the modern built environment, today announced the launch of a groundbreaking cloud-based platform that enables seamless real-time collaboration for architecture and engineering teams. Designed to unify 2D and 3D workflows into a single platform, Motif eliminates the fragmentation that has plagued design review processes for decades. As the first step toward making the true vision of Building Information Modeling (BIM) a reality, Motif bridges the gap between disconnected tools and workflows, empowering teams to work more efficiently and intuitively than ever before.

“Today’s AEC workflows are burdened by fragmented data, rigid software, and disconnected collaboration tools that slow down decision-making,” says Amar Hanspal, CEO and Co-Founder of Motif. “Motif is redefining BIM with a focus on being open, intelligent, and collaborative, where BIM isn’t just about managing information—it’s about unlocking intelligence. We’re starting with intelligent collaboration—a platform that bridges gaps between teams, integrates with existing tools, and leverages AI to provide insights that drive better decisions. This is step one of many in building a smarter, more connected BIM future—one that removes friction, enhances creativity, and makes design intelligence truly accessible.”

Addressing the Industry’s Biggest Collaboration Challenges

Design professionals use a range of tools like Revit, Rhino, and SketchUp for their work, yet most design reviewers and stakeholders lack access to these applications, making collaboration difficult. Existing whiteboard solutions lack critical features for architects (i.e., unit measurements, 3D viewing, etc.), while specialized BIM software is often inaccessible to key stakeholders who need to review designs. The result is delayed projects, miscommunication, and inefficient rework.

Motif is solving these challenges by introducing:

• A Unified Collaboration Space: Architects, engineers, and project stakeholders can work together in one infinite canvas workspace that seamlessly integrates 2D drawings, 3D models, images, sketches and specifications. No more toggling between different tools or losing time searching for files.
• Live Model Streaming & Integration: Direct connections to Revit and Rhino allow real-time updates without manual re-uploads, ensuring teams are always working with the latest designs.
• 2D & 3D Sketching and Markups: Capture feedback directly on models and drawings with real-time commenting and sketching tools. Comments made in Motif appear in Revit and vice versa, enabling faster feedback cycles.
• Smart Presentation Tools: Use frames and views to create focused, interactive design presentations without the hassle of exporting static slides and maintaining connections to evolving designs.
• Web-Based Access: No software installation required, making it accessible to all stakeholders regardless of technical expertise. This eliminates the common practice of purchasing expensive CAD software licenses for team members who only need to review designs

Motif is built for project teams that need to review designs efficiently, whether they are in the office or remote. Unlike existing tools that require expensive software licenses or complicated workflows, Motif operates entirely in the browser, allowing anyone to participate in design discussions—without requiring expertise in CAD or BIM applications.

"We designed Motif to work the way architects and engineers do—bringing together 2D and 3D content in an infinite canvas, enabling seamless collaboration, and ensuring every stakeholder has the ability to contribute meaningfully to the design process," continued Hanspal.

A New Era of Design Collaboration Begins

With its official launch, Motif is setting a new standard for design review and presentation in the built environment. Motif creates a new category by combining general collaboration capabilities with specialized review technical needs, while adding unprecedented integration with design tools that, until now, has not been available on the market. This strategic integration preserves the design team's workflow while eliminating communication barriers between technical designers and other stakeholders, creating a unified design ecosystem without disrupting established processes.

"Motif simplifies how we collaborate across teams,” said Bill Carney, Design Technology Leader and Principal at DLR Group. “Instead of juggling screenshots, PDFs, and disconnected markups, everything is now in one place—live, structured, and effortless. Instead of creating work-arounds to collaborate we can focus on decisions and feedback in real time. Motif has made coordination faster and eliminated so many back-and-forths."

Motif’s vision for BIM doesn’t stop at collaboration. Motif 1.0 is just the first step toward building the future of data-driven modeling, automated documentation, and AI-powered insights—with speed, scalability, and openness at the core.

The platform is available now for early adopters, with flexible pricing plans tailored for small teams, mid-sized studios, and large enterprises. To experience the future of architectural design collaboration, visit motif.io to request access and start your free trial.

About Motif

Motif Systems, Inc. is building the next generation software platform for the modern built environment. Founded in 2023 by Amar Hanspal (former Co-CEO and Chief Product Officer at Autodesk) and Brian Mathews (former CTO at Autodesk), along with founding employees of Revit, Motif enables seamless, real-time collaboration for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals. Motif has raised $46 million in funding led by Redpoint Ventures and CapitalG. For more information, visit motif.io.