Chief Architect Premier
The Professional Home Design Software.
Overview
Chief Architect Premier is a professional 3D architectural design software for residential and light commercial projects. It is used by architects, home builders, remodelers, and interior designers to create detailed construction drawings, 3D models, and material lists. The software features powerful automated building tools that make the design process efficient and accurate.
✨ Key Features
- 3D architectural design and modeling
- Automated building tools (roofs, foundations, framing)
- Construction document creation
- 3D rendering and virtual tours
- Materials list and cost estimating
- Site planning and landscape tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on residential and light commercial design.
- Powerful automated building tools for increased productivity.
- User-friendly interface compared to some other professional BIM software.
Unique Value: Chief Architect provides a powerful and efficient solution for residential design professionals to create high-quality designs and construction documents.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Creating complete sets of construction drawings for new homes and additions.
- Designing and visualizing custom homes in 3D with realistic finishes.
- Generating accurate material lists for project bidding and ordering.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Large-scale commercial architecture (Revit or ArchiCAD may be better).
- Freeform, conceptual modeling (Rhino or SketchUp may be better).
🏆 Alternatives
It offers a more streamlined and intuitive workflow for residential design compared to more complex BIM software like Revit, while providing more power and automation than consumer-level software.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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