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The NKBA has announced the start of its yearly Student Design competition. Winners are awarded a $5,000 scholarship and a KBIS Travel Package. Visit our NKBA Software page and download the X17/X18 project reference file to jump-start your design. Chief Architect also offers access to a Free Student License, so you have all the tools you need to compete. Learn More

Chief Architect's newest version, X18 is now available! If you are an active subscriber, check your digital locker to download and install this new release. Learn about the new features in X18 online and watch the new features summary videos to get a jump-start in Chief Architect X18.

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 August 13.

The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Residential Design Contest. 1st Place – Scott Phillips of Phillips Design Services 2nd Place – Pam Barrientos of Golden Rule Builders 3rd Place – Steven Rudd of Rudd Designs | Artisan Structures View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1421445730019573&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 Architect is pleased to offer a scholarship award for the 2026 Chief Academy. Learn more and apply today for a chance to receive complimentary tuition! https://www.chiefarchitect.com/userevent/#scholarshipApplications accepted through July 16, 2026.

Join our next webinar on June 25 at noon Pacific when we introduce the NEW Chief As-Built App for Remodeling Plans & Measurements! Sign up: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/events/#as-built-appThe Chief As-Built app will be available for iPhones and iPads to capture as-built conditions by scanning or drawing rooms. Once captured, the plan is stored on the Chief Cloud and can be imported into Chief Architect for review and editing, streamlining your renovation process. Learn how to use the Chief As-Built app in the session. This live webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, who will answer your questions during the live Q&A.

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 16.

In case you missed the live session, find the presentation video here: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/videos/watch/10323/using-3d-solids-in-your-designs.html?playlist=171

Join us next Thursday, June 4th for our next LIVE Webinar: Using 3D Solids in your Design Process. Register today to save your spot!

The results are in! Congratulations to our 3 winners in the Residential Design Contest. 1st Place – Doug Forbes of D. Forbes Design 2nd Place – Geny Miron & Megan Phanenhour of DH Designs 3rd Place – John Bzdel View all of the great submissions: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1372445371586276&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.

Catch the recap of this webinar: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/videos/watch/10316/using-ai-to-design-homes.html

Chief Academy 2026 will be September 1-4. This annual event features two full days of training, a half-day training lab, and social networking events, including a cruise, evening receptions, and a morning hike, designed to help you form lasting connections with industry experts like yourself. We can't wait to welcome you to beautiful Coeur d'Alene. Learn more and sign up today to SAVE! https://www.chiefarchitect.com/userevent/

May 7 at noon Pacific! Sign up here: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/events/#using-aiHow can AI be used for Home Design? Learn about the popular AI engines for floor plan generation, room staging, enhancing renderings, and how Chief Architect uses AI. This webinar will be hosted by one of our design professionals, who will answer your questions during the live Q&A.Eligible for NKBA / NARI CEU Credit

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 14.

Learn Chief Architect from anywhere! Sign up for the May Virtual Training course. Choose from Residential Introductory or Kitchen, Bath & Interiors Introductory. Classes begin on May 6. Follow the link to learn more, sign up & SAVE 50%! https://www.chiefarchitect.com/events/#virtual-training