Secure CAD, BIM and design file transfer for architecture teams.

Architecture file sharing for large project files

Architecture teams work with large, detailed and business-critical project files every day.

CAD drawings, BIM models, renderings, specifications and construction documentation often need to be shared with clients, engineers, contractors, consultants and project partners.

ftpGrid provides secure architecture file sharing for architects, design studios, engineering teams and construction-related workflows. Transfer large project files securely without relying on email attachments, consumer file sharing tools or self-managed file servers.

Whether you need to deliver CAD drawings, exchange BIM models, share project documentation or collaborate with external stakeholders, ftpGrid helps architecture teams transfer files securely and efficiently.

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ftpGrid core values

Large CAD files

Built for project delivery

Transfer CAD drawings, plans, layouts and detailed design files securely with clients and partners.

BIM model exchange

Collaborate across teams

Share BIM models and project documentation with engineers, contractors and external consultants.

Client file delivery

Professional sharing

Deliver drawings, renders, proposals and documentation securely without oversized email attachments.

Secure project collaboration

Internal and external teams

Exchange project files securely between architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and customers.

Multiple transfer options

Flexible workflows

Use SFTP, FTP, FTPS, SCP and secure HTTPS sharing for architecture and design workflows.

Managed platform

No file server maintenance

Avoid maintaining internal file transfer servers while giving project stakeholders reliable access.

Everything you need to know

Why architecture firms need secure large file sharing

Architecture projects often generate large and complex files. CAD drawings, BIM models, 3D renderings, specifications and construction documentation can quickly become too large or too sensitive for traditional email.

Architecture firms also collaborate with many external stakeholders, including clients, engineers, contractors, consultants, developers and public authorities. A reliable file exchange workflow helps keep project communication professional and organized.


Common architecture file sharing challenges

Design and construction projects depend on accurate file delivery. Drawings, models and documentation must reach the right people without being compressed, rejected by email limits or scattered across multiple consumer sharing links.

  • CAD drawings and technical plans
  • BIM models and model exports
  • 3D renderings and visualization files
  • Construction documentation and specifications
  • Project revisions and drawing packages
  • Client presentations and proposal documents

Architecture file sharing vs email attachments

Feature Email Attachments Architecture File Sharing Platform
Large CAD files Often blocked or compressed Designed for large transfers
BIM model sharing Difficult to manage Reliable project delivery
Project collaboration Fragmented across inboxes Centralized file exchange
External stakeholders Manual and inconsistent Professional sharing workflow
Drawing packages Hard to deliver Simple large file transfer

Designed for architecture and design workflows

ftpGrid supports secure file transfer using business-standard protocols including SFTP, FTP, FTPS, SCP and secure HTTPS sharing.

This makes it useful for architecture firms that need both human-friendly sharing and compatibility with existing tools, project workflows and automated transfer processes.


Secure project file exchange without server maintenance

Instead of maintaining internal FTP or SFTP servers, architecture firms can use a managed platform to exchange large project files securely with clients and partners.

The result is a simpler, more reliable and more professional way to deliver CAD drawings, BIM files and architecture project documentation.

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Why businesses choose ftpGrid

CAD drawing delivery

Share plans, layouts and detailed technical drawings securely

BIM collaboration

Exchange BIM models and design files with project teams and consultants

Client presentations

Deliver renderings, concepts and proposal documents professionally

Construction documentation

Transfer specifications, revisions and project documentation securely

Engineering coordination

Share files between architects, engineers and technical specialists

Large archive delivery

Transfer project archives, drawing packages and documentation sets

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