Frequently asked questions
What is Build My Home?
Build My Home is a free online tool where you describe the plot and the house you dream of, see it in 3D, and receive a report with the architecture, the structure, the foundations, the furniture list and supplier contacts. It is made by ADIT, the engineering software company behind the programs that do the calculations.
Do I need to know architecture or engineering?
No. You answer simple questions (plot size, floors, bedrooms, pool, parking) and describe the house in your own words. Technical words are not needed; a best guess is fine.
Is it free?
The preview is free to try. What we offer in the future will be stated here before you are asked for anything.
Can I use the result for a building permit?
No. The report is a design aid that helps you decide and prepare. A building permit needs drawings and calculations signed by a licensed architect and structural engineer. You can hand them the project file as a starting point.
What do I get at the end?
Architectural views of the house from four sides, a room schedule with areas, the structure (beams, columns, walls, slabs) and the foundations, a furniture list with sizes, and a supplier list. You can print the report or save the project file.
What if I do not have a soil survey?
A standard ground is used for the foundations and the report says so clearly. If you have a soil report, upload it: a soil file in JSON format is used for the foundation design, and other files are listed for your engineer.
Which countries and standards?
The Hebrew version follows Israeli standards, the English version follows the Eurocodes. Both say which standard each result is based on.
Can I walk inside my house?
Yes. At the end of the report, “Walk inside your home” puts you at the front door at eye height; you can walk through the rooms and up the stairs.