Design & BIM

Chief Architect

Chief Architect provides professional 3D architectural home design software for residential construction and remodeling. It is designed for builders, remodelers, architects, and interior designers to create detailed plans and visualizations.

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Use Cases

  • Architectural design and drafting
  • 3D visualization and rendering
  • Construction documentation and plan sets
  • Remodeling and renovation planning

Pricing

Chief Architect Premier

Professional 3D architectural home design software for residential projects.

Home Designer Suite

DIY-friendly home design software for homeowners and enthusiasts.

Capability Matrix

FeatureStatusDepth
3D ModelingYesAdvanced
Assemblies / Takeoff TemplatesYesAdvanced
Digital TakeoffYesStandard
Document StorageYesStandard
EstimatingYesStandard
Third-Party IntegrationsYesStandard
Mobile AppYesBasic
Offline ModeYesAdvanced
Photo DocumentationYesStandard
Project TemplatesYesAdvanced
Report GenerationYesStandard
ReportingYesStandard
Solar DesignYesStandard
Template LibraryYesAdvanced
Cloud StorageYesBasic

Strengths

  • Realistic 3D renderings and virtual tours
  • Extensive object and material libraries
  • Automated building tools for efficiency

Best Fit

Typical clientssolo operators up to mid-size shops (21–100)
Platform weightLightweight — newer platform, faster to adopt

Sized and priced for small operations — large shops may outgrow it.

SoloSmall teamsMid-size