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  1. clerestory roof

    By Douglas49,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.7k views

  2. How do I create shed dormer window cut-outs in main roof

    By Lynx_Design,   
    • 2 replies
    • 3k views

  3. How do you calculate stair carpet material.

    By ChiefNICKELSON,
    • 10 replies
    • 4.2k views

  4. Area display both in imperial and metric 1 2

    By HaroonMalik,
    • 40 replies
    • 10.9k views

  5. Elevation view showing odd / incorrect info... Can anyone help?

    By Jeff_Skinner,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  6. Bay window on specific floor

    By jjifmeyer,
    • 4 replies
    • 2.3k views

  7. Bearing measurements.

    By ChiefUserJTA,
    • 4 replies
    • 2.2k views

  8. Material default for switchable lighting

    By vegarell,   
    • 0 replies
    • 1.9k views

  9. Need help with Reverse Gable Garage and Porch

    By noobdesigner,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.8k views

  10. Adding a bay or bow to window sched

    By RSdesignvt,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.5k views

  11. Residential Steel Framing and Trusses

    By CCFmauiConstruct,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.3k views

  12. Welding symbol

    By KRCasson,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.4k views

  13. L-Shaped Stairs with Different Railings in Different Sections

    By J_Mack,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.3k views

  14. Organize manufacturers library

    By RGWhite,
    • 3 replies
    • 3.4k views

  15. How do I (roughly) add my roof truss design back into Chief?

    By andr0id,
    • 10 replies
    • 3.5k views

  16. Bachelor View Foundation Wall Issue

    By ChiefRosieRue,   
    • 1 reply
    • 2.2k views

  17. deck

    By decorators3,   
    • 2 replies
    • 1.7k views

  18. Help random Lines

    By Logan123,
    • 14 replies
    • 4.8k views

  19. room area macro rounding

    By robdyck,
    • 6 replies
    • 3.1k views

  20. Vaulted ceiling surface not showing.

    By HaikuDog,
    • 12 replies
    • 4.4k views

  21. Does anybody have any comments in regards to the new 2021 22" IMAC's?

    By dshall,
    • 21 replies
    • 6k views

  22. Arrow keys will not move windows, doors or walls

    By DianaK,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.7k views

  23. terrain data, best input method and how to smooth the terrain.

    By Doug-ib,   
    • 11 replies
    • 4.9k views

  24. trying to get a 1foot terrain retaining wall

    By SH_Canada,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.6k views

  25. Gap in dormer exterior wall

    By armfx89,
    • 4 replies
    • 3k views