Planworks.
With Herzblut
YOUR PARTNER IN REALIZING YOUR IDEAS
We offer individually developed tools adapted to your workflow, which significantly facilitate your work with Autodesk Revit and the 3D BIM models generated from it.
What we do
Our goal is to develope technical solutions, tools and extensions that improve the handling of Revit for users from the AEC sector and make Autodesk Revit more usable. We put focus on optimizing the BIM workflow in your company and mitigating sources of errors when using the software.
Our team works with Herzblut on technological progress and has many years of experience in the construction industry. That means we guarantee an in-depth understanding of common construction and planning processes which paves the way towards new ideas and the continuous development and optimization of our product range.
Where we come from
Planworks is a software company founded in 2009 by Dipl.-Ing. Jochen Reichert and Dipl.-Inf. Shenqiang (Erik) Wu, based in Stuttgart, Germany. It started as a spin-off of the Institute of Construction Management at the University of Stuttgart and developed into the market leader for Revit-based software solutions.
Planworks is also an official partner and co-founder of building information modelmanagement (b.i.m.m) GmbH, one of the leading consulting companies for the implementation of model-based building and construction processes.
What we offer
- We are experts in the AEC business
- We know and understand Autodesk Revit inside out
- Technology and tech development is our passion
- We are an international team that speaks various languages
- We work WITH you and bring your project to the next level!
Your experience with us
The Planworks team finds motivation for the search for new approaches in software optimizations especially in their passion for technological progress and because they want to create an added value for clients in the field of BIM. Many years of experience in the construction industry as well as a profound understanding of common construction and planning processes are the foundation that also paves the way for continuous developments of the Planworks product palette.
«Among all the tools we use,Tables is the most universal. People use the tool for things no one ever thought of.»
– Nicolai Neumann, BIM Manager
«Like the proximity of Tables to Revit, the proximity of Planworks to the customers is also crucial for the companies success.»
– Hannes Reichholf, BIM Liaison Officer
Our happy partners
Our Products
Our goal is to develop software, tools and extensions that make Autodesk Revit more usable for you. In doing so, our focus is on optimizing the BIM workflow in your company and mitigating sources of errors when using the software.
Tables for Revit
A powerful spreadsheet application that
will boost your productivity in Revit and is directly connected to Excel.
Kopnyc
The ideal tool for creating fully automated sales plans in a desired layout. Particularly useful for larger residential projects
Newsfeed
Here we are keeping you posted about our latest news, developments and everything interesting going on in the Planworks cosmos.
You will also find interviews and reports by our customers who talk about their personal experience in the implementation process and daily use of Tables for Revit in very different working environments and on projects of all sizes.
Join our Tables for Revit workshops in the Planworks Academy and become a pro in the daily use of the software!
Read about the personal experiences of our customers in the implementation process and the daily use of Tables.
Soon we will provide tutorials on the advanced use of Tables for Revit. Follow our channel and don't miss out!
Are you interested in new technologies, construction and do you have programming skills? Apply now!
COMING SOON
Our new software solution which will allow Revit to automatically create floors and suspended ceilings on the existing room geometry.
COMING SOON
We are curently working on new Tables versions that are compatible with IFC, Naviswork and the cloud!
Meet the Team
We are an international and interdisciplinary team that wants to create technological added value with Herzblut and creativity. It is very important to us to work closely with our customers and listen to them. Because through the feedback we get on our work and our products, we can ensure to constantly improve them.
That’s why we look forward to exchanging ideas with you!
Jochen Reichert
Dipl.-Ing. | Co-Founder
Jochen has a background in civil engineering and he completed his studies at the University of Stuttgart with a focus on construction management. This way he gained early insight into planning processes and, thanks to his strong research background and sense of innovation, he was able to recognize the potential for improvement in this area. With Shenqiang, he ventured into the development of technical solutions in 2009. Today they support customers worldwide in the digital realization of construction projects.
Shenqiang Wu
Dipl.-Inf. | Co-Founder
Shenqiang graduated from Tongji University, Shanghai with a degree in surveying and geographic information systems and also completed a degree in computer science at the University of Stuttgart. He is an expert in the development of software tools and enriches the team with his extensive know-how and talent for finding solutions. Since 2009, he has specialized in the customization of Autodesk Revit-based solutions at Planworks, with which the company continues to inspire and lead the world in the development of Revit software.
Franziska Rüss
M. Sc. | Marketing & Design
Franziska studied architecture at the münster school of architecture and the Technical University Berlin and worked in planning before she started her own business. She now supports Planworks in the fields of graphic and web design, communication, marketing and community management.
Heinrich Boldt
Dipl.-Ing. Architect | BIM Consulting
Heinrich studied architecture at Minden University. He found access to Autodesk Revit early on and is very much involved in 3D quantity takeoff using Revit in iTWO, the creation of planning templates and other BIM-related topics. He advises companies on Revit and supports them in the development of individual planning and coordination processes.
Hilke Rothermund
Mag. | Administration
Hilke studied German and French at the University of Heidelberg and has been a worshiped member of the Planworks team for many years. Her expertise in administrative matters plays a key role in making the companies processes efficient and implementing our projects successfully.
Mahsa Baghbani
M. Sc. | Developer
Mahsa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s degree in Marketing Management. In Iran, she worked in the field of Digital Marketing before transitioning into programming and web development. Currently, at Planworks she develops plugins for Autodesk Revit.
Martin Unger
Dipl.-Ing. | Developer
Martin studied civil engineering at the University of Stuttgart, specializing in building informatics. He is an accomplished expert in the development of customized tools for Revit and the .net platform. With his years of experience, he plays a crucial role in the design and implementation of Planworks innovative software solutions for the AECO industry.
Mengtian Guo
LL. M. | Administration
Mengtian is a law graduate from Beijing University in Zhuhai, China. She obtained her master‘s degree in the LL.M. program at the Eberhard Karls University in Tübingen. With her comprehensive understanding of law, she is responsible for many areas of administration and management.
Nico Sieferer
B. Sc. | Developer
Nico completed his studies in electrical engineering at Villach University of Applied Sciences and has been a permanent member of the Planworks team ever since. There he is developing innovative software for IFC and Revit as well as taking care of the company network and other IT areas.
Sicheng Zhu
M. Sc. | Developer
Sicheng is a civil engineer with degrees from Tongji University, Shanghai and the University of Stuttgart. He is experienced in developing software solutions for Revit, Navisworks and the ACC platform. He works as a BIM software developer with us and makes a significant contribution to digitizing processes and increasing the efficiency of innovative projects.
Sven Gutmann
B. of Ed. | Developer
Sven has successfully completed an apprenticeship as a mechatronics engineer. After that he continued to study biology and computer science at the University of Konstanz. He is currently working as a student trainee at Planworks and is gaining experience in working with the Revit API.
Let’s work together!
Contact us via email, phone, form or visit us.
We are looking forward to hear from you!
Planworks GmbH
Schönbergstraße 20
73760 Ostfildern
Germany