Marvin Design System (MDS)
Smart. Simple.
The Marvin Design System is more than just CAD symbols. It’s a complete design and specification software package that enables architects and builders to take full advantage of the design opportunities afforded by the Marvin product line.
- Download Form
- Features
- Installation Tips
- Release Notes
- System Requirements
Marvin Design System Features
The software includes drawings and details for over 11,000 standard products, as well as the ability to spec custom products. A unique, automatic rule base checks for invalid options and designs that exceed product limitations.
Created with the entire design team in mind
MDS can be operated by CAD and non-CAD users alike, with features the entire design team can appreciate:
- On-screen catalog
- Project reports
- Performance information
- Floor plan, elevations, 3-D and details all from one source with design and construction views as well
- Drafting Tools for the AutoCAD users
- Marvin product specifications, organized according to the Construction Specification Institute Master Format, may be downloaded from this site.
Installation Tips
If you are running an older version of MDS, it must be uninstalled before installing the current version of MDS (18.2).
Have questions? Need help?
Call the MDS Hotline at (800) 472-8895.
MDS 18.2 New & Updated Products (January 2013):
- Integrity All Wood Ultrex Special Sizes
- Miscellaneous Bug Fixes
MDS System Requirements
AutoCAD® 2007 through 2013
OR Microsoft® Windows™ 2000, ME, XP or later — MDS runs as a desktop application.
Please note:
If you use a CAD package other than AutoCAD, you can export DXF symbols from the Windows stand-alone version of the MDS.
The Marvin Design System cannot be run in any version of AutoCAD LT.