Sweet Home 3D
Interior design app for floor plans, furniture placement, and 3D walkthroughs.
Why it is included
GPL-2.0+ home planning tool frequently recommended for non-pros.
Best for
Renovation planning and furniture layout before buying.
If you use Windows, Mac, or paid tools
Interior planning alternative to SketchUp Pro (paid), RoomSketcher, and Chief Architect for non-pros.
Strengths
- Furniture catalogs
- Export to OBJ
- Simple CAD
Limitations
- Not a full architectural BIM suite
Good alternatives
Blender · FreeCAD
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