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    Can Chief Architect do this type of walkthrough reveal animation?

    in General Q & A

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    On 9/10/2022 at 3:20 AM, GregoryStorm said:

    I’ve figured out a method for creating dynamic design reveal videos like the one above, but I’d like a little more control over what I can move.  In the video, I have all of the furniture, plants, and accessories flying in but ideally I would like to control the cabinets and the appliances from Chief Architect as well.  I see I can control walkthrough key frames with Chief Architect but I don’t see a way to key frame the elements in the plan.  Is there a way to do that?

     

    If there is not a way to key frame plan elements, is there a way to export just a selection of elements, like the cabinets and appliances?  If so, I can import them as objects in my rendering projects and make them slide in.  Thanks for any help.

    wow!!! LOOKS AMAZING!! 

    Video Editing Software compatible with Chief Architect

    in General Q & A

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    @Roshele_Allison The best software that you should consider as a companion to your Chief Architect software is Adobe Creative cloud - They have one of the best Video editing programs in the suite of products called Premiere Pro  - (Note: It is more cost effective to subscribe to All Apps for a little bit more)  All other Adobe programs are so useful.. I would be lost without them.  They work nicely with your Chief Architect products.  They make it very affordable and user friendly so that it is within everyone's budget.  A lot of corporate firms use this software, and they have a great training and tutorial videos just like Chief Architect on their site.. They also offer you a 30 day free trial. 

     

    I think that after trying nearly every video editing software on the market, I can safely say.. You get what you pay for. I now look for products used by professionals that I admire their work..

     

    Listen to @Renerabbitt He is a wise person, expert Chief Architect user and one of the best Designer/Architect users on the forum... If he touts how instrumental the software is to his business...I would not think twice about using the product.

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    PBR VS Raytracing

    in General Q & A

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    Graham

    Great Renders showcasing both methods.. Thanks for showcasing this to show how the same image looks completely different with the two methods.  Amazing... This is so helpful to see them side by side. The PBR version has more warmth and brings you into the photo.. This is my fav of the two... Thanks again for sharing...

    FREE SYMBOLS AND CATALOGS

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    • RENE - CONGRATULATIONS ON THE WEDDING.. I WISH YOU AND YOUR FIANCE MUCH HAPPINESS.  I MUST SAY THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO FOR THE CHIEF ARCHITECT FAMILY. YOUR SELFLESS COMMITMENT TO HELPING OTHERS AND SHARING NEW TIPS AND TECHNIQUES IS SINCERLY APPRECIATED BY ALL.  YOU ARE A TRUE INSPIRATION.  I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL THE BEST.. MAY YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL WEDDING AND A FABULOUS HONEYMOON.  THIS IS A GREAT VIDEO. THANKS FOR CREATING AND SHARING SUCH TIPS AND TECHNIQUES.
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    Questions about video card adequacy for rendering

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    Hi There... Heartwood Res... 

     

    Just thought I would chime in as I had this problem too as a new user... I have done extensive research thanks to the wonderful help on this forum and talking to the technical team at Chief Architect.. I suggest you call them directly and they will help you understand what you need to make this run properly..

     

    I ended up having to buy a new system because piece meal adding parts really can add up fast and you still do not have everything that you need.

     

    Basically you need specs of a gaming system to make software like this work and perform the best way possible.. I did not understand this going in..  There is no fast rule about this, but when you compare what they call for, it is very similar to what gaming computers are, hence I make this comparison..

     

    Now after going back and reading all of the specs of similar,  I understand about what technology is needed to get the max use out of the program. It is all there in black and white... I am so amazed at how when I read these specs now, they mean so much more.. I wish that I would have known this going in... but I have no regrets, as I love the software....

     

    When your system has the specs of a gaming computer it includes a certain type of processor and video card that will make things work much better.... It has something to do with how the program is built.  I am not a gamer, but graphics are so critical and speed in a gaming system as it is for a software program that does rendering.. There are some processors that render amazing FPS... this is important for speed and how the visuals are produced...

     

    I went to geek squad to have a new graphics card put in, but after adding up all the costs just for this portion only, I felt my system was still lacking... The Geek Squad Team used the same language that the CA support team used, when explaining about the capabilities of the various graphics cards.. I started researching more and realized how a computer with gaming specs would help me.. Full disclosures.. The CA team only suggested a graphics card for gaming.. but after I realized how much that alone would cost to really get the best performance possible, I personally decided to buy a new computer. It just made more sense.. Why spend $500 (card and new power supply with local tech) when I could have a new more powerful system..  

     

    As the more experienced users have stated, NVIDIA and AMD are two of the best ones out there.. After my research, I went with Nvidia GTX because I liked the performance ratings. There are so many NVidia cards to choose from and they can get pricey... . Do your research and find out what is best for you.. In the GTX series there are several.. AMD is also good, but after speaking with true gamers, I went with NVIDIA because they update their drivers a lot and it seems that they are the most desired, based on the gamers that I dealt with while researching..

     

    I bought the Home Designer Pro software just to see if I would like this before buying the more powerful Chief Architect version for more money..  I learned a lot this past week, exploring how to make this program work better on my system.  When you read the specs of ANY Chief Architect and others like it, those specs really say a lot.. To the novice such as myself, it meant nothing.. BUT now, I understand that most regular desktops with basic Intel graphics cards will not work properly for this software.. You need a more robust system that is more along the lines of a gaming computer because of the rendering needs. 

     

    I hope all of this helps...  I suggest that you speak to the support team at Chief Architect and tell them about your system.. They put me on the right path and helped me understand a whole lot more about the software and what type of environment is needed to make it work to its fullest potential..

     

    Apologies in advance if I rambled... I wanted to be helpful...

     

    CA 3D library

    in Tips & Techniques

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    Question: If I have Home Designer Pro 2019  and want to download materials in the 3D library - paid or non paid versions

     

    what do I click on if it only gives me the following..

     

    x1 - x10

     

    but it says that it is compatible with my version in the compatible list...

     

      Chief Architect Premier
    Chief Architect Interiors
    Home Designer Pro
    Home Designer Essentials
    Home Designer Interiors
    Home Designer Suite
    Home Designer Architectural
    Versions: X4 / 2012 (2.13 MB)
    X5 / 2014 (2.13 MB)
    X6 / 2015 (3.88 MB)
    X7 / 2016 (3.88 MB)
    X8 / 2017 (3.85 MB)
    X9 / 2018 (3.85 MB)
    X10 / 2019 (3.85 MB)

     

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    Thanks for the feedback

     

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