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What's New in Chief Architect X16 - Part 2 - Designers Show #129

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Welcome to The "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!

In this episode of The Designer Show, our hosts delve into the exciting new features and enhancements in Chief Architect X16. From dimensioning railings to 3D dimensioning tools, we cover everything you need to know to make the most of this powerful software. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, this episode offers invaluable insights and tips to elevate your design projects.

What You'll Learn 

  • 1:20 - Pro Plan Overview

    • Rene explains the development and features of the Chief Architect Premier X16 Pro Plan Template

    • 6:00 - Chief Architect X16 New Features

      • Overview of new features and functionalities.

      • 7:11 - Dimensioning Railings

        • Explanation of the new dimensioning capabilities for railings.

        • 9:13 - Manual Dimensioning Tips

          • Demonstration of manual dimensioning of newels.

          • 10:03 - Customizing Newels

            • Ideas for customizing newels within railings.

            • 11:09 - Adding Newels in 3D

              • How to add newels in both 2D and 3D views.

              • 13:02 - Managing Different Newels

                • Tips for managing different types of newels in a plan.

                • 17:02 - Adding Stairs and Ramps to Library

                  • How to save custom stairs and ramps to the library for future use.

                  • 20:01 - Adjusting Stairs for Different Heights

                    • Techniques for adjusting stairs to account for different ceiling heights.

                    • 24:31 - Creating Landings in Stairs

                      • Explanation of creating and adjusting landings in stair designs.

                      • 25:05 - Corner Shelves

                        • Introduction of the new corner shelves feature and how to use it effectively.

                        • 27:01 - Customizing Framing Types

                          • Discussion on customizing framing materials and types.

                          • 32:07 - Building Framing Panels

                            • Overview of the new build framing panel and its features.

                            • 34:02 - Flat Header Option

                              • Explanation of the new flat header option for doors and windows.

                              • 39:12 - Truss Direction Lines

                                • How to use truss direction lines for roof framing.

                                • 42:17 - Deck Controls

                                  • New controls and options for customizing deck framing and support.

                                  • 57:54 - 3D Dimensioning

                                    • Introduction and demonstration of the new 3D dimensioning tool.

                                    • 60:07 - Custom Ruby Scripting

                                      • Introduction to custom Ruby scripting for Chief Architect by Rene.
                                      • Ruby Scripting Tool

                                      • 67:05 - Story Polls and Grade Level

                                        • Explanation of how to use story polls and set grade levels.

                                          • Resources Mentioned:

                                          • Chief Architect Premier X16 Pro Plan Template
                                          • Chief Experts Summit Info

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