Chief Architect Plan Review by Chief Experts

Welcome to The "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!

In this episode, Dan Baumann, John Schrader, and Kevin Transue dive into a live plan review submitted by a fellow Chief Architect user. From roof planes to stair placement, they unpack real-world design challenges and walk through practical solutions—live on screen. Whether you're new to Chief or a seasoned pro, this episode will sharpen your skills and show you how to solve tricky layout problems with confidence.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

How to spot and fix misaligned walls between floors
Tips for switching between auto and manual roof modes
Why stairwells often misbehave—and how to fix them
The power (and danger) of “Edit Area All Floors”
Framing cleanup tips for clean construction docs
How to use reference layers to troubleshoot plans

📌 Chapters with Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome + What’s in Today’s Episode
03:42 – Introducing the Submitted Plan
08:10 – Floor Alignment Issues + “Edit Area All Floors”
15:25 – Understanding Ceiling Heights and Room Definitions
22:45 – Roof Pitch Adjustments + Manual Roof Mode
30:05 – Fixing the Staircase + Stairwell Openings
38:40 – Wall Layers and Floor Connections
45:18 – Framing Details and Cleanup
51:55 – Viewer Q&A Segment
1:02:00 – Final Thoughts and Next Show Preview

📌 Resources Mentioned:

Upcoming Chief Architect Live Training Classes → chiefexperts.com/events
Submit Your Plan for a Future Review → designersshow.com

📌 Upcoming Events:

Chief Architect Live Training – Bloomington, MN - 🛠️ Hands-on, in-person training with Dan Baumann and John Schrader - October 6–9, 2025
Register here
Next Designers Show – Episode #156: Productivity Hacks for Chief Users
📅 Friday, August 8, 2025
RSVP: https://www.designersshow.com

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