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Creating Projects

Projects are the foundation of Gridix. Each project represents a real estate development with floor plans, apartments, and pricing. This guide covers both manual creation and import methods.

Creation Methods Overview

Gridix offers two primary methods for creating projects:

Import from Excel/Google Sheets

Fast and efficient for projects with existing data. Supports Excel files and Google Sheets links with automatic synchronization.

Manual Setup

Full control over project structure. Perfect for new developments or when you need complete customization.

Method 1: Import from Excel

Importing from Excel is the fastest way to create a project when you already have data in a spreadsheet.

Preparing Your Data

Your Excel file should contain the following columns:
ColumnDescriptionRequiredExample
Apartment NumberUnique apartment identifier101, 102, A-1
FloorFloor number1, 2, 3
RoomsNumber of rooms1, 2, 3, 4+
AreaArea in square meters45.5, 68.2
PriceApartment price5500000, 7200000
StatusAvailability statusсвободна, продана, забронирована
Download the template file from the import dialog to ensure proper formatting. The template includes all required columns with example data.

Import Process

1

Open Project Creation

In the admin dashboard, navigate to Projects and click “Create New Project”.
2

Select Import Method

Choose “Import from Excel” tab. You’ll see two options:
  • Upload File: Upload Excel file from your computer
  • Import by Link: Connect to Google Sheets via link
3

Upload or Link File

For File Upload:
  • Click “Upload Excel file”
  • Select your .xlsx, .xls, or .csv file
  • Wait for file processing
For Google Sheets:
  • Click “By link” tab
  • Paste your Google Sheets link (any format)
  • Gridix will automatically convert and sync
4

Map Columns

Gridix auto-detects columns, but you can adjust:
  • Review detected column mappings
  • Match your column names to Gridix fields
  • Verify data types
  • Add custom fields if needed
5

Configure Floor Layout

Answer the floor layout question:
  • Same layout: Mark apartments once, apply to all floors
  • Different layouts: Configure each floor separately
If all floors have the same layout, you’ll save significant time during setup.
6

Review Data

Review the preview of imported data:
  • Check apartment count
  • Verify data accuracy
  • Review any warnings or errors
7

Create Project

Click “Create Project” to finalize. The project will be created with all apartments and data.

Always Up-to-Date

Data automatically syncs when your spreadsheet updates. No need to re-upload files.

No Re-upload Needed

Changes in Google Sheets are reflected automatically in Gridix.

Real-time Sync

Updates happen automatically when data changes in your spreadsheet.

Method 2: Manual Setup

Manual setup gives you complete control over project configuration.

Starting Manual Creation

1

Open Project Creation

Navigate to Projects → “Create New Project”.
2

Choose Manual Setup

Select “Manual Setup” tab and click “Start manual creation”.
3

Enter Basic Information

Fill in project details:
  • Project Name: Name of your development
  • Description: Brief description (optional)
  • Address: Physical address
  • Coordinates: Latitude and longitude (for map display)
  • Building Image: Upload main building image
4

Configure Building Settings

Set building properties:
  • Number of floors
  • Currency (USD, EUR, GEL, RUB, etc.)
  • Project type (building, complex, etc.)
  • Parking availability
  • Commercial space availability
  • Installment calculator settings
5

Save Basic Info

Click “Save” to create the project. You can continue adding details.

Adding Floor Plans

1

Navigate to Floor Plans

In the project editor, go to the “Floor Plans” section.
2

Upload Floor Plan

For each floor:
  • Click “Upload Floor Plan”
  • Select image file (PNG, JPG, SVG)
  • Recommended size: 1920x1080 or higher
  • Add floor number
3

Mark Apartments

On the uploaded floor plan:
  • Click to mark apartment locations
  • Enter apartment number
  • Set initial properties (rooms, area, price)
4

Repeat for All Floors

Upload and configure floor plans for each floor in the building.

Project Configuration Options

Basic Settings

  • Project Name: Display name for the project
  • Slug: URL-friendly identifier (auto-generated)
  • Description: Detailed project description
  • Address: Full address with city and country
  • Coordinates: GPS coordinates for map integration

Building Properties

  • Floors: Total number of floors
  • Currency: Pricing currency
  • Project Type: Building type classification
  • Parking: Parking availability (yes/no)
  • Commercial: Commercial space availability
  • Facade View: Enable 3D facade visualization

Pricing Settings

  • Default Currency: Base currency for all prices
  • Installment Calculator: Enable/disable installment calculations
  • Min Down Payment: Minimum down payment percentage
  • Max Installment Months: Maximum installment period

After Project Creation

Once your project is created, you can:
  • Edit project details
  • Add or modify apartments
  • Upload additional floor plans
  • Configure custom fields
  • Set up visualization settings
  • Generate widget code
  • Connect CRM integrations

Supported File Formats

Excel Import

  • Excel: .xlsx, .xls
  • CSV: .csv
  • Google Sheets: Any shareable link format

Floor Plan Images

  • PNG: Recommended for detailed floor plans
  • JPG: Good for photographs
  • SVG: Vector format for scalability

Troubleshooting

  • Check file format (Excel, CSV supported)
  • Verify required columns are present
  • Ensure data is in correct format
  • Check file size (max 10MB)
  • Try downloading template and using it
  • Ensure first row contains headers
  • Check column names match expected names
  • Manually map columns if needed
  • Use template file for reference
  • Check file format (PNG, JPG, SVG)
  • Verify file size (max 5MB per image)
  • Ensure image is not corrupted
  • Try different image format

Best Practices

Use templates: Always start with the provided template to ensure proper formatting and avoid errors.
Regular backups: Export your project data regularly for backup purposes.
Consistent naming: Use consistent naming conventions for apartments (e.g., 101, 102, 201, 202).
High-quality images: Use high-resolution floor plan images for better visualization.

Next Steps