The Designers Show by Chief Experts

What's New in Chief Architect X17 - Designers Show #152


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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 Designers Show, Chief Experts Dan, John, Kevin and Rene take a deep dive into the latest release of Chief Architect X17. From a completely revamped Project Browser to in-model 3D dimensioning, ganged electrical boxes, DWG import upgrades, and advanced lighting control—this episode is packed with features that streamline design workflows and boost productivity.

Whether you're a longtime Chief user or just diving into the software, this show brings practical tips, detailed walkthroughs, and real-world applications of everything X17 has to offer.

🔧 Highlights Covered:

  • X17 Project Browser: How it organizes your layouts, assets & backups

  • Temporary Dimensions in 3D: Model faster, smarter

  • Ganged outlets & switches: New for 2025

  • CAD Block workflow & DWG bulk imports

  • Custom toolbars with your own icons

  • Referencing As-Built vs. Proposed plans with floor overlays

  • Layout drag & drop + asset manager integrations

  • Setting high-res images on layouts

  • 3D mouse tips for smoother modeling

  • Upcoming Pro Academy sneak peek

     

    🗂️ Chapters:
    00:00 – Welcome & intro
    01:30 – What’s new in X17 PDF & summary
    07:45 – Pro Academy update
    13:00 – Project Browser explained
    17:00 – Modeless 3D cross-section editing
    21:00 – Electrical gang boxes
    24:00 – Toolbar customization
    30:00 – DWG import & CAD workflows
    40:00 – Lighting/dimming controls
    47:00 – Referencing As-Built vs. Proposed
    51:00 – Layout export images
    56:00 – 3D Temporary Dimensions
    63:00 – 3D mouse setup & hardware talk
    66:00 – Closing thoughts

     

    📌 Resources Mentioned:

    • Chief Architect X17 What's New PDF
    • Rene’s Project Browser training video
    • Sample layout templates & configuration tips
    • Join PRO ACADEMY Waitlist
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          The Designers Show by Chief ExpertsBy Chief Experts Dan Baumann, John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Fisher & Kevin Transue