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Hello, I am looking for guidance on how to add a screened porch/lanai. I have a railing on the bottom half but I need the entire space to be screened in. Can anyone please help with this? THANK YOU!

Were you able to get any help for building a screened in patio? I am currently working on a project and I need to create a screened lanai for the unit! Any help would be greatly appreicated.

That's a good tip - using the copy/reflect tool! Thank you! I will also go review the article in the Knowledge Base too!!

Sorry for any confusion I caused when asking for pricing help!! I am new to Chief so my verbiage is not quite as advanced as you all but I definitely appreciate the help and advise. Now that I'm reading all of your submissions I am really concerned the AutoCAD to Chief transfer will not translate properly. Am I understanding people correctly? Go to file --> import --> import drawing (dwg)? I tried it this way several time (ie: keeping the cad block, separating out on layers, polyline, and so on).The CAD file is relatively large so it would be a HUGE time saver if I could import it successfully but all I am able to come up with is a tiny block with a "walkway" inside that block. See the attached photo below of what is coming into the program versus what should be. I noticed some of you were saying you just ended up having to trace over the CAD drawing in Chief but how were you able to get the whole file into the Chief program to trace it? Oh, I hope I'm not in too far over my head. I was thinking it would be on the simpler side having the construction drawings already. I do agree with you all that it would be ideal to be using the same software. Unfortunately, I don't think that's an option.

I will NOT be creating construction documents.

I think you misunderstood my question Johnny... The architectural side of the project has already been completed. I will be taking the structural drawings and designs provided from them and converting them into my chief to input the finishes and furnishings. I was trying to get an idea from fellow designers how much they are charging on an hourly basis for that service or how long it would take them to complete a job of that size. But thanks...

I am trying to collect some information if you all are willing to help me! We are trying to bid out a project for a development of condominiums that are about 2,000 - 2,400 sq feet, 3 - 4 bedroom & baths. Reasonable how long do you think designing a space of this size should take? I will be creating full plans with it being fully decorated and furnished. Additionally, can you please help me with pricing. I know everyone will be at a different price point but in general what are most designers charging per hour for a fully planned rendering and walk-through in Chief?? Any help you are able to provide would be so helpful! Thank you so much in advanced.

Did you have official training on this software or are you self taught? I am trying to expand my knowledge and the chief arch videos are the best for me in terms of learning the program.

That looks AWESOME! Now.......to figure out how you did that!!! I really appreciate your time and help David.

Thanks for the help, I've made a zip file of the project plan. Are you able to view this? The foundation is still visible and I can't seem to attach the top of the stairs to the landing. The wall studs are still exposed too. Hope y'all had a happy thanksgiving! Boyett_Project_(2).zip

It says the file is too large! Do you know a way around this? I've attached a photo but am unsure if I am able to attach the entire file... I am heading out of town, if I cant get back with you in a timely manner today I will reach back out on Monday. Thanks again!

Hi David, Your advise to create the raised entry was very helpful. Just a few follow up questions as I am just getting back around to working on this project. I feel like I've done trial and error for every setting but just keep getting the same results or worse! 1. Do you know how to edit the exposed wall that is showing the studs? I need a half wall to divide the space from the dining room. 2. I am also not sure how to get the foundation slab to become invisible. If you are able to help, thank you! Also, Happy Thanksgiving!

Thank you so much!!! This was most helpful. I am still playing with the details a bit so I may have some follow up question for you in the next day or two. I really appreciate your help, thanks David!

Yes!! That is exactly what I need to do! Are you able to assist me with this?