TerryDunn Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Good day, So I have been using Softplan for years. I have two computers set up (because my son-in-law talked me into a Mac, which I do like) and of course Softplan does not support Mac. So I started to compare CA. My options are buy another computer and upgrade the soft plan, cost of computer and $1500 for upgrade, OR simple use my Mac and switch to CA, which is simple since my Mac is new. The question: Im a builder, I do not do 3d renderings, I just draw floor plans and elevations type drawings. So can I accomplish that with Interiors? or do I need to get Premier? I guess the Interior title is making me think its only for interiors... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 15, 2018 Author Share Posted March 15, 2018 I will look at Home Designer Pro, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chief58 Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 I agree with Eric maybe Home Designer Pro would work for your needs and I beleive that if you decide to go with the primer version they alot you some of the money you paid for Home Designer but check with Chief Sales on that one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 15, 2018 Author Share Posted March 15, 2018 is Home Designer made by the same company? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 15, 2018 Author Share Posted March 15, 2018 Sorry, I saw that it is...got it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chief58 Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 yes if you look at there website you will see both posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark3D Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Home designer has a limit of one layout sheet I think so this would make it useless for drawing plans correct me if I am wrong about this as it may have changed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbuttery Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 CA has a monthly payment plan - so check that out Lew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RL-inc Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I am a builder as well and would suggest stepping up to a full version. The ability to create full construction docs is well worth the cost. And for my money, being able to view the entire structure from any angle- with any framing view- so that you are fully confident the design is buildable in the field........ there's the real value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkMc Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Interiors now has annosets and plan views same as premier still doesn't have framing or terrain. If you decide to go for full version I still have a copy for sale In a moment of weakness I offered it for $100 less with a one hour session if someone bought it this week. I'll stand by that until Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 16, 2018 Author Share Posted March 16, 2018 15 hours ago, solver said: 7 hours ago, RL-inc said: I am a builder as well and would suggest stepping up to a full version. The ability to create full construction docs is well worth the cost. And for my money, being able to view the entire structure from any angle- with any framing view- so that you are fully confident the design is buildable in the field........ there's the real value. I agree and think that would be useful....but when you say full version is that Interiors or Premiers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RL-inc Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I have never used interiors - only Premiere since Ver 9- but if this is your profession I suggest using the full version of Premiere. It has been an incredible asset in growing my business over the last 10+ years. And as a builder I am sure you know the value of buying the right tool the first time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 16, 2018 Author Share Posted March 16, 2018 11 minutes ago, RL-inc said: I have never used interiors - only Premiere since Ver 9- but if this is your profession I suggest using the full version of Premiere. It has been an incredible asset in growing my business over the last 10+ years. And as a builder I am sure you know the value of buying the right tool the first time Sure, but if interior does what I need then Im good with that. I can buy a circular saw like say bosch or I can buy Festool, right? Im playing with the free demo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crosscutter55 Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I do not feel interiors is good for builders , it is more for interior designers . with premier you have it all . With home designer you are limited to the # of pages & details you can do.I have both programs. Download the trial versions . i can not say enough about how good premier is, and if you are a builder you WONT BE SORRY !!! With elevations the need for specfic details arise & premier will let you edit some blocked details for your needs & save those items to your user library for future use . you can get by with homedesigner it just takes longer to do certain things plus how the 2 diffrent programs work can be frustrating sometimes while you are in the learning stages !! with premier the layers & layer sets are great for construction documents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RL-inc Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Agreed with Cross above- but your call either way. I just know how valuable Premier has been fro me- never a regret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 16, 2018 Author Share Posted March 16, 2018 Just now, RL-inc said: Agreed with Cross above- but your call either way. I just know how valuable Premier has been fro me- never a regret. Ok, thanks. Im not arguing with you, Im just trying to understand the options. Ill let you know if I have any questions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryDunn Posted March 16, 2018 Author Share Posted March 16, 2018 11 minutes ago, crosscutter55 said: I do not feel interiors is good for builders , it is more for interior designers . with premier you have it all . With home designer you are limited to the # of pages & details you can do.I have both programs. Download the trial versions . i can not say enough about how good premier is, and if you are a builder you WONT BE SORRY !!! With elevations the need for specfic details arise & premier will let you edit some blocked details for your needs & save those items to your user library for future use . you can get by with homedesigner it just takes longer to do certain things plus how the 2 diffrent programs work can be frustrating sometimes while you are in the learning stages !! with premier the layers & layer sets are great for construction documents Thanks, kinda what Im looking for is why it is better. Now Im torn as I can just upgrade my soft plan which Im already use to and buy a new computer for less that this cost. Just have two computers sitting in my office Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dshall Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Don’t spend a dollar to save a dime. Go straight to Premiere. Think long term, the economy will be booming for a while, you will forget the extra cost in 2 months. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbuttery Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I agree with Scott go for it from everything I have heard since 2005 is that Chief is way better than Softplan Lew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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