I completely understand SenaSmrt's frustration regarding the limited control over lighting and reflections in Home Designer. When working on interior design, being able to accurately represent how light interacts with surfaces like countertops is indeed central to communicating the aesthetic effectively.
Home Designer is primarily targeted toward the DIY market. The extensive, fine-tuned controls for materials, surfaces and imported models that professionals often require to avoid having to constantly export their work are exactly what differentiates the more robust Chief Architect platform. While Home Designer is a great starting point, moving to Chief Architect is usually the necessary step for those needing that higher level of realistic visualization.
