Electromen

If you post your plan, I can show you how to build the roof planes manually.  

I used the Volute and it worked but the ballusters were a pain.  It would be nice if Arcways would include them in their Library.

I just learned this last weekend, so I think I can help.   You're correct about the combination of stem walls and pony walls.

You need to create a new wall type for the upper section of the Pony wall.

1.  Select a foundation wall, open it and check Pony wall

2.  In the upper General section, hit Wall Type > Define

3.  Select New > Rename it Brick Pony Wall or whatever you like

4.  In the Wall Layers > Main Layer: Thickness > change it to 6"

5.  Change the material to Plan Material > Concrete

6.  Wall Layers > Insert 1" Air Gap

7.  Wall Layers > Insert 4" > Select Brick as the material

8.  For the Concrete layer, change the Fill Style to Concrete

9.  For the Brick layer, change the Fill Style to Angle Hatch > 4" spacing > Red

10.  Change the Brick line color to Red

In Plan view it will now show the detail of the Pony walls

If the Pony wall does not align with the first floor brick, simple move the Pony wall manually.

In Account Settings - will it let you click on Edit next to your email address?

I do not use Joe's method,  here is mine,  I assume they both work to some degree,  I like my method more.

 

http://youtu.be/b-0_Z0M0rhQ

I figured out why the framing was showing on the arch.  The height of the arch must match the difference in height of the side openings.  In other words if the side doorways are 80" high and the center doorway is 96", then the arch must be 18", or 96-80.  If the arch is more than the difference in height, then framing shows.  Setting the arch at 24" shows 6" of framing.

I did I search in the Legacy Forums but didn't find and answer newer that 2009.  I also searched the Libraries but I can't find a Volute for a staircase.

Here's an image of one.

Nice job

Thanks Perry, I'm trying to learn more.  Until now,  I used Chief for electrical drawings which are simple floor plans.  I'm finding the details to be a lot of fun.

I want to thank everyone for their effort in helping me.  Here's my end results.

I do not use Joe's method,  here is mine,  I assume they both work to some degree,  I like my method more.

 

http://youtu.be/b-0_Z0M0rhQ

WOW, Scott thank you so much, I'll show my results soon.

I've tried to do this in CA unsuccessfully several times and have resorted to modeling it in Sketchup and importing into CA.

(See Attached)

I'm certain this is possible in Chief, at least I hope it is.

Could someone explain the best way to accomplish it please?

 

I also am having an issue with wall ends not capping on Straight Half-Walls.

Was this not fixed in X6 along with the regular height wall ends?

 

Thanks for the help,

 

Toby

This is very similar to a question I just asked.  I want an arch with two columns.

The answer to the second question would be a Cabinet with a Tub Symbol defined to recess into the Counter Top.

Thanks Joe, that makes sense for the tub.

A drawing is attached.

I've tried to do this using an arched doorway but I wasn't able to eliminate the jambs. I also tried soffits with a doorway.

I'm lost for ideas, I'll appreciate your help.  

I'm trying to build a round or elliptical arch with two columns on the side.

Second question; How can I build a deck wall to wall and a front for the tub that are covered with tile?

When I have a question about what the local inspector wants, I always ask in the planning stage.  He/she appreciates that, it makes their job easier and I always pass inspection.  They don't want to turn anyone down and return for compliance, they want to pass it and move on.  Of course they must enforce the code but they'd rather see it pass and meet requirements.  I have a very good relationship with the inspectors because I ask up front in the few cases that I'm not sure.  Sometimes I ask their advice on design  or cost saving possibilities. 

Electro - New homes in some communities in my area of PA (suburban Philly) require sprinklers.  And cause a lot of headaches for some homeowners as well.

That's interesting.  Pittsburgh doesn't require it.  I remember the State voting it down.  People with well water were going to be required to have a large storage tank with gravity feed.  This meant it would be above the top ceiling and would require a heater to prevent freezing.  Can you imagine the cost?

No Sprinklers in residential here in PA., no spring closures on doors either.

Are Sprinklers required in residential in your area?

Yes , I just turn off the electrical labels b/c those labels are mostly already with the cad block. I also use an electrical legend so I don't need those labels.

+1

Well, I can draw houses, and I can build houses, but I can't seem to work a screen capture.

Screen Capture on a PC; hit "Print Screen" on your keyboard.  Go to the Desktop and Paste (Ctrl + V).  This will place the screen capture on your desktop.  You could also paste it to any folder.

How about an attached garage and move the AC unit?

    

 

Electromen: Very cool website. I should have known that they would have come up with something like that. Am I understanding the concept? You just plug the thing into any usb port and then you have an auxiliary programmable keypad?

 

 

Yes, It takes some time to program it.  After the initial set up it can be transferred to another computer.  You can also export/import and share the programming.  Companies sell pre-programmed systems for things like Photoshop.

Take a look at X-Keys.  They're programmable keys that work with both PC and Mac.  I have them set up for Photoshop and Lightroom but I'm considering changing the setup to Chief.  You simple program each Key to your Hot Key list.  Each Key has a removable clear cap, remove the cap, slide in a label and re-install the cap.

I don't see a walkout,Looks like exposed foundation to me. Can't see around the corner though.

 Have a Happy Day,Ken

It is a walkout, changing the walls to framed walls worked.  I had to move each wall back 4 1/2" to align the brick.

I appreciate everyone's help.

I hate to tell you but, rendering is done with the video card, and ray traces are done with the CPU .

Interesting

Thanks Ken, I'll let you know how it goes.

I installed the NVIDIA GTX 680 in my Mac Pro.  The largest increase in speed is noticed in Ray Tracing. 

I also notice a large increase in video editing speed.

How can I show the brick on the lower left corner of this house where the foundation is exposed?

This is my first attempt at showing the terrain.