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  1. Is there a way to display the OSB layer in orthographic view?

    By DK7000,
    • 2 replies
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  2. Tile Plank Flooring

    By TMcCoy,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.3k views

  3. fluted wall finishes

    By floridauk,
    • 1 reply
    • 943 views

  4. Balcony on second floor under roof.

    By rockycreek,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.3k views

  5. Can I change sheet Layout Boxes to different files?

    By Designer_Ryan,
    • 0 replies
    • 768 views

  6. How to create a roof over a covered patio/porch

    By CVS_Andy,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.3k views

  7. Support for special shed roof

    By mbennett6,
    • 2 replies
    • 978 views

  8. Design Review Help

    By DesignFlaw,
    • 2 replies
    • 1k views

  9. Importing terrain data

    By Design-Builder,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.1k views

  10. Incorporate two designs

    By kstutz04,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  11. Hidden walls overhang foundation framing showing

    By dantappin,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.2k views

  12. Creating switchback stairwell in Home Designer Architectural

    By Anonafrog,   
    • 4 replies
    • 1.5k views

  13. Hiding Exterior Wall Material in Elevation View

    By AndrewDraws,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.6k views

  14. Accessing catalogues in Home Designer Pro 2025 causes immediate PC shut down - blue screen of death

    By Jeff1957,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.4k views

  15. lost icons .plan association

    By edcox1234,
    • 2 replies
    • 958 views

  16. Will Home Designer Suite 2019 work on a Windows 11 operating system?

    By HighLee,
    • 1 reply
    • 996 views

  17. Can Home Designer/Chief Architect do what I need?

    By tspear,   
    • 5 replies
    • 1.7k views

  18. Garage Roof Truss Direction

    By dantappin,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.2k views

  19. Having Variable Ceiling Heights Throughout House

    By Txcustom,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.4k views

  20. Disappearing walls. They show on the plan, but not on the camera view. I'm a total beginner, in over my head but hoping I can find some help.

    By EricNCheri,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  21. can not figure this lighting/fog out

    By Jasonb503,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.4k views

  22. Use interior dimensions as measured?

    By JonathanEs,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.3k views

  23. Terrain missing under bump out?

    By dantappin,
    • 10 replies
    • 2.5k views

  24. Stud height change

    By BACLLC,
    • 2 replies
    • 925 views

  25. Trouble getting an addition to mesh with the current roof. Won't even build the wall.

    By jondbo,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.2k views