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  1. Adapting the software for Europe

    By YotiYeti,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.2k views

  2. No Terrain Perimeter in Plan View

    By SillySally,
    • 1 reply
    • 892 views

  3. transferring drawings from Chief to home designer

    By csindad,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  4. Retaining wall is backwards

    By KilgoreRemod,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.2k views

  5. Can I open a plan?

    By ToddB56,
    • 2 replies
    • 1k views

  6. Countertop without a cabinet

    By Walt_Alaska,   
    • 1 reply
    • 946 views

  7. Newels - 'embedded' in attached walls?

    By twiseva,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.7k views

  8. base cabinets as dotted lines in elevation

    By Boxtree,   
    • 6 replies
    • 1.6k views

  9. How to Convert to CAD from Chief Architect

    By DonnaAPH,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.4k views

  10. How to precisely control wall breaks near windows?

    By 4ndrew,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.3k views

  11. Fix Roof Framing, For Unfinished Attic over Porch?

    By MadMacks,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  12. Roofing Layout Issues

    By HewnedCabins,   
    • 5 replies
    • 2.9k views

  13. How to Clear "Couldn't Find...Object" Error When Opening a Plan.

    By MadMacks,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  14. What should the back overhang be set at on base cabinets?

    By Plainwacky,
    • 8 replies
    • 1.6k views

  15. Home Designer Backup & Storage USB - HELPFULNESS

    By Donco15,
    • 2 replies
    • 2.1k views

  16. Wall colors won't change

    By steve_emma,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  17. HD Pro 24 Displaying Manual and Automatic Dimensions

    By jlliles87,
    • 6 replies
    • 1.7k views

  18. 3D Reading Tree

    By divabydesign,
    • 9 replies
    • 1.6k views

  19. Roof Design help

    By JasonSJ,
    • 10 replies
    • 2.1k views

  20. Enclosed Porch Shed roof with auto rebuild roofs off

    By NBraun,
    • 2 replies
    • 881 views

  21. Library Issues

    By CohrsLite,
    • 0 replies
    • 849 views

  22. Wondering if folks have used HD to design homes where the exterior wall is CMU (Concrete Block)?

    By pinionmgr,   
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  23. Electrical Panels and Stairs

    By Casey4965,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.4k views

  24. Basic Balloon Frame Instructions

    By MadMacks,
    • 6 replies
    • 1.7k views

  25. Same Material different name

    By serengeti,
    • 8 replies
    • 1.6k views