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Thank you Alaskan_Son

Rodney, I would like to hear about your project and see if there is a mutual fit. I am an Architect and single practitioner undertaking the design of residential dwellings. I have over 30 years experience in Melbourne and surrounding suburbs. I look forward to learning more about your project. To view a few of my projects go to the following link and enter the "Bold Typing" for the questions ask. http://www.architeam.net.au/find-an-architect/ architect: Ray Facer Architect state: Victoria 3051 LEAVE ALL OTHER FIELDS AS THEY ARE and select SEARCH. Then in my profile select: VIEW PROFILE. Regards, Ray Ray Facer Architect m: 0411 46 71 88 e: facer0001@gmail.com.au

Joe_Carrick you were right, I had to associate libraries to Chief X8, Thank you. I did not notice a final message saying the Boral library had been installed. Anyone else notice this?

Heads up. Boral X8 download is actually Boral X7. How do we get it corrected by Chief Architect?

I confirm same problem, thank you Joe_Carrick for reporting bug.

Sky Window (SL) - Velux TWR_Roof_Based Skylight - Velux TWR.calibz

This is close. From 3d Warehouse Modified short goose neck version. Ext Lightfitting_01.calibz Ext Lightfitting_02.calibz

The best I could find is a mortar calculator for bricks (in metric) http://www.boral.com.au/bricks/mortar_estimator.asp ================================================ My "search notes" are below that may help in your search. mortar-estimation program for CMU given a set area cmu brick dimensions https://www.google.com.au/search?q=cmu+brick+dimensions&oq=cmu+brick+dimensions&aqs=chrome..69i57.7591j0j7&sourceid=chrome&es_sm=122&ie=UTF-8 http://www.archtoolbox.com/materials-systems/masonry/concblocksizes.html wastage allowance? brick - block calculator (mortar?) http://www.boral.com.au/bricks/how_many_bricks_blocks.asp http://www.boral.com.au/bricks/brick_calculators.asp calculator for cmu concrete block numbers and mortar for a wall area

Sketchfab set the following check sheet for loading Chief Architect files into Sketchfab that features Dan Baumann's Tutorial Sketchfab Help Center Chief Architect Adapted from Dan Baumann's tutorial. Chief Architect is architectural and interior design CAD software. Open a 3D model in Chief Architect Select File → Export → Export 3D Model (3DS) Uncheck Truncate Texture Names and select Export Create a new folder with the name of your project. Open the folder, name the project and save the model. (You're also saving the materials) Navigate to the new folder and compress it into a .zip file. (This is important if you want the materials to show in your online models) See video around 4 minutes.

This looks like it may help. http://www.whoi.edu/marine/ndsf/utility/NDSFutility.html If not continue web search with " longitude/latitude conversion to x y dimensions program" or "program to convert longitude/latitude conversion to x y dimensions" Let us know how you go

Chief Architect - Sketchfab Chief Architect currently does not have an "Exporter" to Sketchfab. software with exporters are listed here: https://sketchfab.com/exporters Please, everyone request a plugin from Sketchfab for a Chief Architect Exporter Send an email request to: to: hello@sketchfab.com email subject: Exporter Request - for - Chief Architect Sketchfab currently supports dae (Collada) file to Sketchfab as well as 3ds and many more as listed at: (https://help.sketchfab.com/hc/en-us/articles/202508396-3D-File-Formats (if any one needs to convert a model to a different file format AccuTrans 3D is worth a look - http://www.micromouse.ca/) Sketchfab has a pricing policy (or plans) based on the end users needs. https://sketchfab.com/plans Professionals using Sketchfab for clients are most likely going to need private and password-protected models. This will require at a minimum the Pro Plan ($10 month paid yearly or $15 month paid monthly) Business Plan is ($29 month paid yearly or $39 month paid monthly) The Basic plan is free with stated limitations. Sketchfab advantanges - disadvantages To be discussed in another topic. 3d Viewers I have tried for Chief Architect are: 1. Chief Architect Viewer 2. Sketchfab 3. H2H WebGL Viewer (my name, actual name is too long and hard to remember) (refer to ChiefTalk link: https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/index.php?/topic/7704-3d-model-viewer-for-chief-architect-free/) Each have their merits and uses depending on ones requirements. It is good we have the choice and it will only get better in the future. Happy modelling to all.

+1 Great job Scott Harris

https://video.chiefarchitect.com/?search=Breckenridge

Sneak Peek into Chief Architect X8 – Labels for Polylines Published on Dec 30, 2015 Sneak Peek into Chief Architect X8 - Specify custom labels for polyline-based objects and reference them through plan display and macros.

Velux Solar Tube symbols with following diameters noted 10 inch ( 254mm ) 14 inch ( 356 ) and 22 inch ( 559mm ) Solar tubular SL - Velux_2.calibz

Velux's new Sun Tunnel is currently only available in Revit (.rfa file format). If anyone can download Revit file and then export to dxf and make available to download on this site I will convert them to Chief Symbols and post on this thread. DOWNLOAD REVIT FILE(s) AT: http://www.velux.co.uk/professionals/architects/architect-tools/revit FILE (S) TO DOWNLOAD: (refer to pic) Flat roof windows CFP fixed - flat roof window Sun tunnels TWR - rigid tunnel for tiles - roof based Thank you in advance.and all the best for the New Year

Velux Solar Tube symbols added with following diameters: 10 inch ( 254mm ) 14 inch ( 356 ) and 22 inch ( 559mm ) Skylights tubular - Velux.calibz

Use following link: http://www.chiefarchitect.com/search/?q=ssa Check out:

Happy Holidays and the Best in the New Year to All. Do not worry Nth America Santa is on his way!! If you want to know where he is and his progress check out: https://santatracker.google.com/?utm_source=trackerhpp#tracker

CHIEF VIDEO QUALITY I think the "Quick Sneak Peek" of Story Pole Dimensions was TOO QUICK AND THE AUDIO WAS POOR QUALITY. Surely a video from CHIEF ARCHITECT should be CLEAR, PRECISE AND UNDERSTANDABLE, otherwise it is just adding to the "confusion". I hope the two key "ISSUES" noted below have been addressed or will be as part of the Chief X8 release or its following updates: 1. Stairs 2. Floor level changes and there associated data boxes All the best for the New Year to Chief Staff.

CAD dwg details - timber construction Design - calculators - residential const for USA - imperial units. CAD DETAILS refer attached pic: Res details - timber const - USA link to website: http://design.medeek.com/cad/cadlibrary.html DESIGN CALCULATORS USA - imperial units. refer attached pics: Design Calc - USA_1, 2, and 3. link to website: http://design.medeek.com/resources/resources.html BY Medeek Engineering Inc. Washington USA

Great job Wendy. Thank you for your effort.

Tile pattern generator Modern patterns now can be easily generated with output to seamless jpg patterns. DWG files in 2d to match created patterns. http://www.mosa.nl/generator/#search home website: http://www.mosa.nl/us/ Mosa Pattern Generator Mosa Pattern Generator instruction video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dcRQMJ8-Lc The Mosa Pattern Generator is a simple online design tool that can be used to design unique and creative patterns. The generator’s library contains a large selection of grids and patterns for inspiration, all developed by the Mosa design team. The patterns can be applied directly as they are and can also serve as the basis for a custom pattern. DWG 2d Grids of Patterns http://www.mosa.nl/us/services/download-center/autocad-2d-grids/# About Mosa Mosa A day in the Life - English subtitles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5O75TkqJgO8 As a Dutch tile manufacturer with over 130 years of experience, Mosa offers unique and distinct tile concepts for walls, floors, facades and terraces. In the USA the products of Mosa are promoted, sold and distributed exclusively by Mosa USA, Inc.

Johnny, There were two methods used. 1. Floor plan prepared by architects using manual methods. 2. The elevations and sections were prepared by photogrammetrics Note the dwg photogrammetric elevation drawings are accurate and have precedence over the manual drawn plan. The plan was prepared by the architects and was done independently of the photogrammetric process photogrammetrics by: architects: http://www.cassisiarchitects.com.au/ Paul Archibald Architects, Melbourne, Australia The accuracy and detail of the dwg elevations and sections are worth looking at. Dropbox links are noted below: 1. St Mary Plans 1_Elev_dwg https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qqt0sddpnx63fhr/AACAz1x1yYYwjy_LIazGPTiba?dl=0 2. St Mary Plans 2_Elev_Sect dwg https://www.dropbox.com/sh/l5ds2y7968xt627/AADwVA_P2aB6hVHdoy-AqkWza?dl=0 We still have to do the "interior of the church" and are always looking for volunteers if you like working in SketchUp Regards.

Thanks Bryce, The sandstone wall images downloaded will help in updating the churchs walls in the St. Mary SketchUp model. Model by David Asher of Windsor Ontario, Canada Sketchfab model at: https://sketchfab.com/models/edd4a8b460 ... 3f9cad50b5 Sketchucation forum link is: http://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=179&t=51788&hilit=st.+Mary+Star+of+the+Sea