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  1. DavidJames
    Thanks guys. You're always super helpful
  2. DavidJames
    Hey Guys, Looking for a retaining wall light similar to the one in the attachment. I've gone through Chief's library and can't seem to find one. Anyone have anything similar that I can use? Still on X8.
  3. DavidJames
    Unfortunately CA does not possess the capability to import Revit files. The file itself would need to be exported/converted into a format that CA can import (dwg, dxf, sketchup etc...)
  4. DavidJames
    I just ended up using PL solids. It was actually a lot less time-consuming than I had thought. Here's a rough perspective view which still isn't complete.
  5. DavidJames
    Thanks, Rich! Looks great
  6. DavidJames
    Interesting. Are you able to provide some samples? I'd love to see the end result.
  7. DavidJames
    Thanks, RR. I'll post some final renders once they are done early next week. I'm really hoping that this turns out lol
  8. DavidJames
    No texture used. Just a crude circle drawn with the CAD tools and then converted to a PL.
  9. DavidJames
    Very true. Also, when it comes time to applying color, I'm thinking having separate panels would look a lot better as each will have it's own gradient/shading etc.
  10. DavidJames
    Rough test w/ PL solids:
  11. DavidJames
    Thanks, Java. I'll also explore this option.
  12. DavidJames
    Thanks, Michael. When I was asked for this type of cladding, my immediate thought was that it would have to be done via PL solids. I guess I was just hoping that there would be an easier/quicker alternative.
  13. DavidJames
    I have a client that's looking for this silver/grey cladding on a house: Just wondering how you guys would go about producing this in CA...
  14. DavidJames
    Are you just hoping to show the area in 3D to help a client visualize it? If so I think it can be done with some trickery Edit:
  15. DavidJames
    I personally don't think it's an issue setting up a PayPal account where users can donate money for your hard work in regards to the symbols you've created. Furthermore, there are threads within this forum where people are selling macros that they've spent the time to create to make our lives easier when it comes to drawings and calcs... I fail to see how this would be any different. That being said, you could also create your own thread showcasing all your symbols, some of them free, some of them with a price tag. My time is valuable so, if I can find a symbol out there that I need, 10 times out of 10 I'll purchase it rather than spend hours and hours trying to create it.
  16. DavidJames
    My pleasure
  17. DavidJames
    Not sure if anyone needs this, but I had to create a modern garage door symbol for a client. Modern Garage Door - Side Window.calibz
  18. DavidJames
    I'd wait until next month if you can. Intel is releasing their "i9" series of chips. If you can't wait, option 2 or 3 should be good.
  19. DavidJames
    Great video. Thanks for spending the time to create this.
  20. DavidJames
    Vancouver, BC checking in Doing work all over the Lower Mainland as well as the rest of Canada and parts of the US. Been using Chief for roughly 4 years now.
  21. DavidJames
    You can create a new wall type and select a fill pattern of your liking.
  22. DavidJames
    I'm using a GTX 760 and it has been great. From what I've gathered, Chief Architect benefits from gaming cards, rather than Quadro cards. So if you do end up purchasing a new video card, go for a GTX 1060/1070/1080 or the ATI equivalent if you can afford it
  23. DavidJames
    Thanks, Ross. I did come across this post, however it appears as though it's X9? I'm still on X8 unfortunately.
  24. DavidJames
    Nice find, Curt! Within that PDF you linked, they actually provide a link (sanssoucie.com/pantrydoors) where you can view all their doors in full height. As for the Pantry door in my plan, it's at 28" wide.
  25. DavidJames
    Yeah I was having a lot of trouble finding the pantry door as well. I ended up doing a google search and stumbled upon this: http://i.imgur.com/qeb2f1R.jpg I simply cropped the glass and created a new material from the cropped image. Once created, I applied the new material to the glass portion of the door and adjusted the transparency to my liking. Worked out perfectly in my opinion