By Phillip Gibney

Creating an accurate as-built floor plan can be a time consuming step in a remodeling project. The Chief Architect As-Built mobile app available for LiDAR equipped iPhones and iPads helps make this process fast, efficient, and accurate. Using room-scanning technology, the app detects structural elements (walls, windows, and doors) and generates the as-built floor plan and 3D model of the spaces, which can be seamlessly imported into our desktop app Chief Architect Premier.

by Derek Pedersen

A beautiful yard requires careful planning and preparation. Creating a landscape plan and sprinkler layout saves time, reduces material waste, and helps ensure the health of your plants and lawn. Follow this step-by-step guide to use 3D software such as Chief Architect Premier or Home Designer to design and visualize an efficient, functional, and beautiful outdoor space you will love.

Chief Architect Design Contests are a fun way to share your designs, build credibility and expose your brand.  Share one of your Remodel or Addition Designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect or Home Designer software product to create your original design.

By Phillip Gibney

Chief Architect produces 3D Home Design Software for professional designers and DIY homeowners. From automated features for quickly creating floor plans, section details, and layouts to photo-realistic 3D renders for visualizing the design, the software is a powerful tool for those with residential design needs. Because the software is so powerful and robust, a question we often hear at Chief Architect is “what type of computer do I need to run the software”? Many computers are capable of running Chief Architect; however, depending on the specs, some will run Chief much more efficiently.  Investing in the right computer will also help ensure that the computer will run future versions of Chief effectively for a longer period of time, making your investment more cost effective over time.

By Kerry Hansen

Chief Academy is an excellent way to get inspired. Spend two and a half days learning new skills to increase your knowledge of the software. Connect with our staff, network with industry peers, test drive new products, get answers to your questions, and more. As a class participant, there are several things you can do to help prepare and ensure your success during your time at Chief Academy.

By Danielle Taylor

Chief Architect has monthly contests for customers to show off their work. People with various backgrounds and styles compete in the following categories: Kitchen/Bath and Interior, Residential, and Remodel/Addition. Please help us congratulate the winners!

Chief Architect Design Contests are a fun way to share your designs, build credibility and expose your brand.  Share one of your Residential Designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect or Home Designer software product to create your original design.

By Kerry Hansen

In today’s competitive market, social media is key for residential and interior designers and builders. It is one of the most effective ways to showcase your expertise, build trust, and attract the right clients. When used strategically, social media can become an extension of your design process, allowing you to tell the story behind your work rather than simply posting finished photos. Tools like Chief Architect Software make it easier than ever to capture and share that story. A strong social media presence is about more than entertainment. It’s about consistency, clarity, and sharing value.

Social media doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming to be effective. The most successful accounts in the home design and building industry focus on showing up consistently, sharing their expertise, and speaking directly to the people they want to work with. Incorporating these strategies can make social media a tool for growing your business. Here are some tips to help you get started.

Chief Architect Design Contests are a fun way to share your designs, build credibility and expose your brand.  Share one of your Kitchen, Bath, or Interior Designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect or Home Designer software product to create your original design.

by Kendra Dorosh

Teaching the next generation of building industry professionals starts with providing them with the best tools. Chief Architect is a leading 2D and 3D design software, and our academic licenses provide students with access to the same program used by industry professionals, enabling them to build essential skills with confidence.

“Whether they are taking the class to be a future Interior Designer, Architect, Plumber, Electrician, Landscaper, etc. Chief Architect software sparks interest in all areas, and that is what I want for my students.”

-Bonnie Bents, Worthington High School