DavidJPotter

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    Foundation wall dimensions don't match Floor 1

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    What you dimension strings are dimensioning to is the usual mismatch. Make sure all string's dimension points are measuring from the correct dimension points is my advice and make sure, using a back-clipped elevation camera to check, visually how the walls aligning, floor to floor. The software is only capable of doing what you ordered it to do via its Default Settings, if they are wrong or wrongly applied by you, the results will be less that desired. Make sure.

     

    DJP

    Retaining wall

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    What you used is programmed to follow the terrain surface. An easy way to make that appear to be level is to create a "custom slab" to match the curve in plan view and set its depth and height to get exactly the visual effect you wish.

     

    DJP

    Home Designer Pro Software Slowdown

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    3D faces are each virtual surface that you see in a camera view. Those faces are described in computer language so the more 3D faces per plan file, the more computer power is required to parse it in a camera or plan view. What you see is "0's and "1"s set to describe visibly a virtual 3D construct. Like I said it is simple "geometry and physics". The more you create the more time it takes to show it in "real" time.

     

    DJP

    How do I create a bookshelf to look like this?

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    13 hours ago, Jo_Ann said:

    I think that you need to re-read the advice that was posted.

    The soffit was only added as a way to add a molding to the cabinet, just below the ceiling.

    I like the poster would like to know how you achieved the roundtop look you posted in your image ,and did so using only Architectural, please.

    Thank you.

     

    DJP

    Stair placement

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    The software is programmed to create stairs only  from where they start. If you want to travel from  the basement to the first floor, you draw the stairs on  the basement level (Level "0"). If you want the stairs to travel from  the first floor to the second, you create the stair object on  the first floor, it then reaches the second floor.

     

    DJP

    Centerline Symbol

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    I do not have Home Designer Pro 2021 but if you will look at dimension defaults dialog-extensions, if there is a programmed way you will find it there. Otherwise you just use text to create a "CL" text symbol and place that text manually over the dimension extension that you wish to annotate as a "center Line". Either way will work.

     

    DJP

    Invisible Wall

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    Once you are through creating invisible walls, open "Display Options"  while in your plan view and uncheck (Turn off) the "Walls, Invisible" layer. Then they will still be there but no longer visible in plan views until or unless you manually turn that layer back on.

     

    DJP

    LIBRARY

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    Commonly I would create a "dry bar" simply using cabinets, uppers with glass doors and base cabinets for the working space. If you were to post an image or photo of what you are seeking, it would then be easier for others to assist you. I am merely guessing at this point.

     

    DJP

    Roof and Room Definition

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    Obviously the names for enclosed spaces are not just names, rather they come with preprogrammed attributes, which you have seen and experienced. Read your Reference Manual, practice and observe what your settings cause, good or bad. Watch a help video and then practice what you learned to make sure you have properly learned/understood what you watched. The software is a tool and it is up to you to learn how to use it to obtain desirable results for yourself.

     

    DJP