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Glad that worked for you.

It is possible to get really nice results from the Ray Trace feature in Chief. I've found that the most important things to learn are materials (and material properties), lighting and Ray Trace settings. There's really no easy answer, you just need to take the time to learn each of the settings and experiment so you can see the effect on the final image. Below are a couple of examples that were modeled and rendered in Chief: A great place to start is with these videos - https://www.chiefarchitect.com/search/?default_tab=video&q=ray+tracing

Have you tried adjusting your default settings?

You should create separate layers for your lighting dimensions and any other dimensions that you want to keep separate and then turn on those layers in the applicable plan view set., To create a custom layer, click on 'New' tab at the bottom of your layer display options list.A box will come up in which you can enter the name of the new layer then click 'OK'. Once this is done, assign the dimension of your choice to the new layer. Hope this helps - Eric

Hi: I've done quite a few kitchen projects for designers and I'd be happy to talk to you about your projects. You can reach me by phone or email, contact info is in my signature. Eric

Hi: I work frequently with builders and would be happy to talk with you about your projects. You can reach me by phone or email, contact info is in my signature. - Eric

Here's a couple of framing detail renderings:

Hi: I work frequently with builders and would be happy to work with you on your projects. You can reach me by phone or email, contact info is in my signature. - Eric

This is 'watercolor' rendering of a new outdoor room I created for a private homeowner.

Hi: I could probably help you out and would be happy to take a look at your plan.Please call or email me directly, contact info is in my signature. Eric

Nice addition to my library, thanks Mark.

Hi: I do work like this frequently, give me a call directly if you'd like to discuss. Contact info is in my signature. Eric

I've created many 3D models and I'd be happy to help you with this project. Please phone or email me directly to discuss, contact info is in my signature. -Eric

Thanks for sharing these.

The OP asked how to print 3D view as a PDF, heres's an example which was created by Chief PDF: 10th St Kitchen-under counter power.pdf

Very simple: - File/Export/Export PDF

I do not, I was just commenting on your nice work.:)

Very nice work. Based on your comments, I'm assuming this was modeled in Chief and then exported to Lumion for the video.

When all you need is a simple sketch, I can provide those as well.

I take that worked for you.

Install the Pet Door on the wall next to the door, open the DBX and adjust the size then copy and paste to your door (I found this works best in an elevation view). Also, be sure to adjust the size of the casing and uncheck 'Use Sill/Threshold' (Casing tab).

There are several Pet Doors in the Bonus Catalogs. Look for Accessories No.05 Pets.

You can also select the room above and in the 'General' tab, define the 'Room Type' as "'Open Below'.

Mike: It would help if you post your plan but from what you describe it sounds like you need to define the space where you want on open ceiling using the room divider tool. Once you've done that, select the room, open the DBX and, in the ceiling section of the Structure tab, uncheck 'Flat Ceiling Over This Room' . Eric

Great site, thanks for posting John.