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The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Design Contest. 1st Place – Anna Shultice of Meghan Blum Interiors 2nd Place – Allison Caballero of Vanderbeken Remodel 3rd Place – Ashtin Bradford of Ashtin Bradford Design View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.838498721647613&type=3 We enjoyed viewing everyone’s design and want to thank you all for sharing with us and our community! Varying prize packages will be awarded.

Our next contest is Residential! Share one of your designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect software product to create your original design. You have the chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in this contest. Discover how to enter and more through our blog: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-contest/ The entry deadline is July 11.

Ray trace rendering has many new updates, including support for Macs. Learn how to use all the new tools and settings to get the most from your ray trace renderings in X16. This webinar includes a live Q&A session following the presentation. Sign up!

New to Chief Architect X16, you can dimension in 3D! Add this detail to your renderings to can assist with installation or add context to your project. Learn how to use the new 3D Dimension tools in this live webinar and stay for the live Q&A. Sign up!

Chief Architect includes several built‑in schedules and the ability to create custom schedules. In this FREE - LIVE webinar, learn how to create the schedules you need, formatted to your style, and save them in your template plan for future work.

Designing a deck? Learn how to use saved plan views specifically for decks to keep the design process organized. We will also cover how to efficiently use the tools for deck framing, planking, and railings. This live webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, who will be answering your questions in the live Q&A. Sign up!

Learn about Chief Architect X16's new and updated tools that will help to improve your productivity. This live webinar will be hosted with Live Q&A so you get all of the answers you are looking for. Sign up today!

Exciting News: Chief Architect X16 Premier Beta is NOW AVAILABLE! Explore the innovative features and enhancements in our latest release by visiting the What’s New in X16 page on our website. https://www.chiefarchitect.com/whats-new/If you have an active Chief Architect subscription or legacy license with active SSA as of May 14, 2024, you can access the new X16 Beta version in your Digital Locker today!For those without an active subscription/SSA but eager to try the X16 Beta, please contact our Sales team at 208-292-3400 for more information.

Training will be at the Coeur d'Alene Inn. https://www.cdainn.com/ Here is a link to the detailed agenda for the event. https://cloud.chiefarchitect.com/1/pdf/training/chief-academy-schedule-2024.pdf Feel free to reach out to sales with any questions at 208-292-3400 or sales@chiefarchitect.com Kind regards, Derek Chief Architect Software

Our next contest is Kitchen, Bath & Interiors! Share one of your designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect software product to create your original design. You have the chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in this contest. Discover how to enter and more through our blog: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-contest/ The entry deadline is June 13.

The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Remodel/Addition Design Contest. 1st Place – Christopher Mainelli 2nd Place – Susan Lobalzo 3rd Place – Pun Nikolaides View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.820864660077686&type=3 We enjoyed viewing everyone’s design and want to thank you all for sharing with us and our community! Varying prize packages will be awarded.

Save your spot for the May 9, 2024, X16 Sneak Peek & What's New Webinar! Starts at Noon Pacific. There are many great new features coming in Chief Architect X16—Mac ray tracing, 3D dimensions, poche fill, and newel spacing for decks, to name a few. Attend this session to get a sneak peek at what's inside the upcoming version. This live webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, who will be answering your questions in the live Q&A. Register today!

Our next contest is Remodel/Addition! Share one of your designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect software product to create your original design. You have the chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in this contest. Discover how to enter and more through our blog: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-contest/ The entry deadline is May 9.

Chief Academy returns August 27 – 30 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Join us for this exclusive event hosted by Chief Architect offering a comprehensive two-day training session, a half-day training lab, and invaluable networking opportunities with your Chief Architect peers. Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your skills and connect with industry leaders. Learn more: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/events/#chief-academy

The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Residential Design Contest. 1st Place – Kristy Jacobson 2nd Place – Taylor Gould 3rd Place – Sunitha Lal View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.803561511808001&type=3 We enjoyed viewing everyone’s design and want to thank you all for sharing with us and our community! Varying prize packages will be awarded.

Chief Academy Scholarship Opportunity! Join us for Chief Academy 2024 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, from August 27th to 30th. This exclusive event hosted by Chief Architect offers a comprehensive two-day training session, a half-day training lab, and invaluable networking opportunities with your Chief Architect peers. We are excited to announce the return of our scholarship award program for this event. As a scholarship recipient, you'll receive complimentary tuition to the event, valued at $1,395. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to elevate your skills and connect with industry leaders. Learn More & Apply

Join us April 11, at 12pm PDT The Bath Remodeling seminar will cover the remodeling process flow in Chief Architect from the as‑built to the completed remodel. This live webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, covering the following outline, and taking your live questions. Chief Architect Remodel Process Flow Layer Sets & Dimensions for As‑Built Floor Plans Remodel Plan As‑Built Overlays Using Reference Display

Openings are available! Sign up today. May 1–10, 2024 All classes are 8:30 AM–12:30 PM Pacific Time. Residential Introductory - May 1, 3, 8, 10 Kitchen, Bath & Interiors Introductory - May 1, 3, 8, 10

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The games have begun. Get your votes in Thursday and Friday to determine the winners of the Sweet Sixteen bracket!

It's the moment you didn't know you were waiting for. Chief Architect's March CADness starts this week; get your favorite rendering to the finals! Games and Voting begin through our social media channels this Thursday and Friday (March 28th and 29th) with the Sweet Sixteen Brackets. Tune in on Social Media for details and participation! Instagram Facebook X LinkedIn

Our next contest is Residential! Share one of your designs for a chance to win Chief Gear. Use any Chief Architect software product to create your original design. You have the chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in this contest. Discover how to enter and more through our blog: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/blog/design-contest/ The entry deadline is April 11th.

The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Kitchen, Bath, & Interiors Design Contest! 1st Place – Diego Rosa of Dezign Spaces2nd Place – Jesse Gould of Design Texas Studios3rd Place – Kelly Trotz of Lifestyle DesignWe enjoyed viewing everyone’s design and want to thank you all for sharing with us and our community! Varying prize packages will be awarded.

Join us March 14, 12:00 PDT! Camera Settings 2D & 3D There are several camera settings for 2D & 3D views that can help you be more productive and better navigate in Chief Architect. This live webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, covering the following outline and taking your live questions.- Camera Tips that Help!- Key Camera Settings for your Template File- Render Techniques such as Physically Based (PBR), Clay & Standard Renders- Depth Cueing and Depth of Field- For Elevations, Clipping to Rooms & Ceilings SIGN UPEligible for NKBA / NARI CEU Credit (self-reporting)

Professional certifications can set you apart in a competitive market, conveying credibility to colleagues, employers, and clients. Learn more on our website. https://www.chiefarchitect.com/training/chief-architect-certification.html