Tekla Structural Designer
Analyse and design buildings efficiently
What is Tekla Structural Designer?
Tekla Structural Designer is a fully integrated 3D analysis and tekla design application built for structural engineers. It allows you to model steel, concrete, timber, and multi-material buildings in one single model. This means you can manage loads, run analysis, and produce design results without having to switch between separate tools.
Why Choose Tekla Structural Designer?
ONE PRODUCT, ONE INTERFACE, ONE MODEL
From scheme design all the way through to detailed design, one single model will cover all your structural analysis and design requirements, encompassing both gravity and lateral systems.
With Tekla Structural Designer there are no additional modules to buy and you will not waste time switching between multiple software packages to achieve your final design solution.
A REVOLUTIONARY APPROACH
Unlike traditional analysis software, you can create physical, information-rich models that contain all the intelligence needed to fully automate the design and manage project changes. Achieve faster design times and maximize profitability with this structural design tool.
SEAMLESS BIM INTEGRATION
Because you are creating a single model with a single data set, BIM integration is smooth and effective. Collaborate seamlessly, instantly assess the impact of changes, and deliver a more optimized solution to your client.
Achieve faster design times
Establish the best solution quickly
Manage changes easily
Maximize profitability and efficiency
Tekla Structural Designer Features
Feature | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Automated Wind and Load Application | Save time on complex lateral and wind load setup |
| Integrated Analytical Modeling | Highly accurate analytical model generated from your physical model |
| Advanced Finite Element Engine | Fast and reliable results for complex geometries |
| Optimized Steel & Concrete Design | Fully automated design and reinforcement optimisation |
| Scheme Comparison Tools | Compare multiple design options quickly to find the best solution |
| Professional Output Documentation | Generate reports, material take-offs, and drawings automatically |
| Real-time BIM Integration | Seamlessly exchange data with tekla structures bim software and other BIM platforms |
Seamless Integration with BIM and Tekla Structures
One of the standout benefits of Tekla Structural Designer is its smooth interoperability with Tekla Structures BIM software, enabling a connected workflow between analytical design and detailed constructible models. This integration supports a truly collaborative tekla structural solutions ecosystem where engineers, detailers, and builders work from accurate shared data.
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- Export structural models directly into Tekla Structures for detailed modelling
- Synchronise changes in both directions without data loss
- Improve workflow efficiency across teams
Tekla Structural Designer 2025 introduces better connected workflows, expanded design capabilities and improved design collaboration, while continuing to provide efficient and effective design solutions for our customers.
2025 Enhancements — Latest Tekla Structural Designer Capabilities
New workflow for creating analytical models from Tekla Structures
This new workflow exports the main structural members – beams, columns, and braces. The analytical model is automatically created and connected, ready for analysis by the engineer.
Enhanced design to detail workflows
Transferring relevant construction and fabrication information as user defined attributes (UDAs) from Tekla Structural Designer to Tekla Structures improves the communication between the engineer and the detailer.
Tekla Structural Designer Integrator for Autodesk Revit 2025
Integration with Autodesk Revit has been enhanced, allowing for a smooth bidirectional transition of models between Revit and Tekla Structural Designer. This now produces a better connected model to be used for analysis and design.
Sustainable Design: Tekla Structural Designer, Enhanced with Structural PANDA Integration
Structural PANDA is a separate carbon reduction tool that can be used by UK-based engineers during the preliminary design stage. Structural PANDA generates a full range of possible low carbon design solutions that can be imported directly into Tekla Structural Designer.
Enhancements in connection design using IDEA StatiCa
Expanding on the extensive connection design workflows between Tekla Structural Designer and IDEA StatiCa CONNECTION software now includes K-brace and A-brace arrangements.
Improved design solution for podium structures
The design solution for podium structures in North America that utilize masonry has been further enhanced with improvements to the handling of reinforcement using a unique patch approach and the ability to model wall edge releases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of structures can be designed?
Tekla Structural Designer supports multi-storey buildings, commercial developments, and complex steel and concrete framed structures.
Can Tekla Structural Designer integrate with other BIM tools?
Yes, it integrates with Tekla Structures BIM software, Autodesk Revit, and supports open BIM standards like IFC.
Does it support local design codes?
Tekla Structural Designer includes support for South African and international design codes to ensure compliance.
Can Tekla Structural Designer handle both steel and concrete design?
Yes. Tekla Structural Designer supports the integrated design of steel, reinforced concrete, and composite structures within a single analytical model, making it ideal for complex building projects.
How does Tekla Structural Designer improve design efficiency?
Tekla Structural Designer automates load generation, analysis, and code-based design checks, allowing engineers to evaluate multiple design options quickly and deliver accurate results faster.