5 Things You Must Know About Chief Architect + Q&A - Designers Show #143
Welcome to The "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!
Unlock the full potential of Chief Architect in this episode of the Designer Show! Discover the 5 essential techniques that will elevate your design workflow and save you time. From mastering the Edit Area tool to advanced area calculations with CAD boxes, this episode is packed with actionable tips and expert insights. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newcomer, you’ll learn how to work smarter, not harder.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to effectively manage views using "Edit," "Save," and "Save As" icons.
- Organizing projects like a pro with the Project Browser.
- Advanced dimensioning techniques to improve plan precision.
- Simplifying plan adjustments with the Edit Area tool.
- Calculating areas using CAD boxes and macros for accurate square footage.
Highlights from the Episode:
- [0:01–3:07] Introduction and Updates
[3:07–6:26] Introduction to Chief Architect's View Tools
[6:26–12:48] Creating and Managing Views
[12:48–19:49] Demonstration of Layout Linking and Labeling
[19:49–24:00] Using Light Sets in Custom Views
[24:00–26:57] Project Browser and View Management
[27:09–30:44] Advanced View and Label Management
[30:44–36:48] Copying and Spacing Dimensions
[36:48–41:08] Edit Area Tool for Plan Adjustments
[41:08–47:22] Reflecting and Reversing Plans
[47:22–53:23] Calculating Areas Using CAD Boxes
[53:23–55:02] Advanced Area Calculations
[55:45–58:59] Setting Up Elevation Views and Labels
[58:59–1:00:36] Advanced Area Calculation and Rounding
[1:00:36–1:02:00] Combining Polyline and Room Areas
[1:02:00–End] Closing Remarks
Resources Mentioned:
- Renee Rabbit’s Area Analysis Tool: Visit RabbittDesign.net
- Chief Experts Blog