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  1. Join us March 14, 12:00 PDT for a Chief Architect Premier learning experience. Camera Settings 2D & 3D There are several camera settings for 2D & 3D views that can help you be more productive and better navigate in Chief Architect. This live webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, covering the following outline and taking your live questions.- Camera Tips that Help!- Key Camera Settings for your Template File- Render Techniques such as Physically Based (PBR), Clay & Standard Renders- Depth Cueing and Depth of Field- For Elevations, Clipping to Rooms & Ceilings SIGN UPEligible for NKBA / NARI CEU Credit (self-reporting)
  2. how to create a carport on the house

  3. I have a small addition where the owner would like to use an existing window. Due to the height of the window....I need to eliminate the top/tie plates and raise the 2ply LVL up to the top of the wall assembly. The LVL will be continuous through the entire length of the wall.

    Use 9.5" LSL rafters (vaulted ceiling) where the bottom of the rafter after the birds mouth cut will come down on the face of the LVL beam a couple of inches. The Home Designer 2024 program that I am using cuts the bottom portion of the rafter off in the room I am working on. I have tried adjusting ceiling heights, manual toggling the rafter....etc. Nothing seems to work. Any suggestions?

    9.5 Inche Rafters (Vaulted) Over Kitchen - Copy (2).pdf Kitchen and Master Project-Floor Plan.pdf

  4. Chief Architect Productivity Tips February 8, 2024, at 12:00 PM PST Learn productivity tips and best practices, ranging from setting up your work environment and configuring tools to strategies for improving your efficiency and productivity. This webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals and will include a live Q&A with the audience. Work Environment Setup / Preferences 2D/3D Editing Tips Hidden Gems & Client Sharing Using Saved Plan Views Register Today!
  5. Come see us at the International Builders’ Show this year for FREE. Click the link for complimentary tickets! While you’re there, spend some time at our booth #W3243. You won’t want to miss our FREE 2-hour introductory training session on Day 3, the Chief Architect Boot Camp. Seats fill up quickly, so come early. FREE TICKETS
  6. Our first design contest of the year is Kitchens, Baths, & Interiors! Share one of your designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect software product to create your original design. You have the chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in this contest. Discover how to enter and more through our blog: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-contest/ The entry deadline is March 14.
  7. Pop over to Instagram today (Jan, 16), where long time Chief Architect user Caterina Sullivan, Founder and Interior Designer at Bella Casa Interior Design Studio, is taking over the Chief Architect Instagram account. https://www.instagram.com/chiefarchitect/ Make sure to support Caterina by following on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellacasa_designstudio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bellacasadesignstudio
  8. We value you, our customers, and know that without your success, we cannot be successful. Here's to joy, peace, and prosperity in the coming year. Thank you for trusting Chief Architect as your software of choice. Our office will be closed on Jan. 1. Please visit our website for shopping, help articles, and videos until we can personally serve you when we return on Jan. 2.
  9. May your days be happy, your heart be light, we hope your Christmas was merry, and the New Year is bright! Happy holidays from all of us at Chief Architect!
  10. Attention all design enthusiasts! We are thrilled to announce the finalists in our Design of the Year Contest. As you may know, each month, we hold a design contest for our customers to showcase their incredible work. This year, we have received an overwhelming amount of submissions from talented designers worldwide with diverse backgrounds and unique design styles.We have compiled the winning designs from each monthly contest into three categories: Kitchen/Bath & Interiors, Residential, and Remodel/Additions. Now, it's time to vote for your favorite in each category. Your participation will not only help us determine the ultimate winner, but it will also show support for these talented designers and their hard work.To learn more about the finalists and cast your vote, visit our Blog. https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-of-the-year-contest-finalists/
  11. The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Kitchen, Bath, and Interiors Design Contest. 1st Place – Kelsey Bryan of MainBuilt Custom Homes 2nd Place – Rebecca Langman of Revision Custom Home Design 3rd Place – Lindsey Collins & Sam Kunka of LMC Interiors & Bolyard Lumber View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.679906754173478&type=3 We enjoyed viewing everyone’s design and want to thank you all for sharing with us and our community! Varying prize packages will be awarded.
  12. As a moderator can you direct me to instructions on how to use this forum? I have a question but I am clueless how to post it in this forum. Hopefully you will not be upset asking it now:

    I have a new completed house design with a 2nd floor over one section. I want to add to that 2nd floor to an adjoining area with a present (lower) roof line at 90 deg. I raised the roof up and in 2nd fl view added the new walls but it will not recognize the 2nd floor in this area. The options in the Build New Floor do not represent what I need. How do I fix this?

    1. solver

      solver

      @Ocean525

      Top of page, click Create

    2. Ocean525

      Ocean525

      Thanks, I thought I clicked that and went elsewhere....strange I must be dreaming!

  13. Learn basics and how to be productive with the Home Designer Bootcamp Wednesdays at 11 AM Pacific. Click for current training options.
  14. Our next contest is Kitchen, Bath, and Interiors! Share one of your designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect software product to create your original design. You have the chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in this contest. Discover how to enter and more through our blog: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-contest/ The entry deadline is October 12.
  15. The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Remodel/Addition Design Contest. 1st Place – John W. Gray of John Gray Architecture 2nd Place – Dwane Peterson of DP Architecture 3rd Place – Dave Herber of David Wayne Design View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.660296582801162&type=3 We enjoyed viewing everyone’s design and want to thank you all for sharing with us and our community! Varying prize packages will be awarded.