Events & Training

Residential Boot Camp

Friday, March 31, 2023, at 10:00 AM PDT

Residential Boot Camp

If you are evaluating the software or just getting started using Chief Architect, Residential Boot Camp is a great way to learn the basics of how the software works—and best of all, it's free. In this session, we will cover the following topics:

  • Getting started
  • Defaults & preferences
  • Floor plans & dimensions
  • Roofs & ceilings
  • Framing
  • Elevations & 3D views
  • Layouts & construction drawings

What's New in Chief Architect X15

Thursday, April 6, 2023, at 12:00 PM PDT

There are many great new features in Chief Architect X15 — live material lists, stair railing offsets, automatic trusses, a pattern design tool, rendering improvements, and more. This session will provide an overview of what's new in X15.

Kitchens & Baths Boot Camp

Friday, April 7, 2023, at 10:00 AM PDT

Boot Camp: Kitchens, Baths and Interiors

If you are a kitchen or bath designer who is evaluating or just getting started with Chief Architect, this boot camp is a great way to learn the basics of the software for interior projects. This free session covers the following topics:

  • Floor plans & dimensions
  • Glass showers
  • Custom cabinetry
  • Appliances & fixtures
  • Wall elevations & schedules
  • Island & ceiling design
  • 3D rendering
  • Layouts

Chief Academy Training — Coeur d'Alene

Wednesday, August 30, through Friday, September 1, 2023

  • 2-Day Chief Architect training
  • Half‑day of focused training
  • Dates: Aug. 30–Sept. 1, 2023
  • Social and networking receptions
  • Learn More

Chief Architect users learning in a classroom environment.