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Description

Chief Architect software transforms home design projects into reality. With its automated tools for home, interior, and kitchen & bath design, it simplifies the process of creating construction drawings, elevations, CAD details, and 3D models. Experience the advantages firsthand by downloading a trial, and discover why Chief Architect is regarded as the premier residential design software for architects, builders, and remodeling experts. This software is favored by professionals such as architects, home builders, remodelers, and interior designers alike. With its intelligent building technology, users can effortlessly produce construction drawings, floor plans, elevations, 3D renderings, and immersive 360-degree panoramic views. Specifically designed for residential projects, Chief Architect's software offers specialized building tools that can automatically generate essential elements like roofs, foundations, framing, and dimensions. As users create walls, windows, and doors, the program concurrently generates a detailed 3D model, streamlining the entire design process and enhancing efficiency. Ultimately, Chief Architect provides an innovative solution that caters to the needs of modern residential design.

Description

Tailored specifically for professionals, ViaCAD® Pro provides the versatility of both mesh-based and solid modeling, enabling a seamless transition from 3D design concept to finished product. This robust 3D CAD software effortlessly manages your needs across architectural, mechanical, prototyping, and design planning projects. With just a creative idea and ViaCAD at your disposal, you'll find the process incredibly streamlined. Offering intelligent software at an unbeatable price point, ViaCAD Pro features comprehensive 2D drafting capabilities alongside advanced 3D modeling tools, allowing for simple toggling between 2D and 3D views. It empowers you to undertake sophisticated 3D prototyping, create photorealistic renderings, develop designs for product manufacturing and packaging, as well as produce architectural drawings, home renovation plans, and inventive concepts. For engineering or design firms requiring multiple user licenses for collaborative efforts, ViaCAD Pro emerges as an indispensable ally. Your team can thrive with the combined power of creativity and efficiency that this software offers.

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Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

MeshCAM No 

Integrations

MeshCAM Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$39.99
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Chief Architect

Founded

1992

Country

United States

Website

www.chiefarchitect.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Punch! Software

Founded

1998

Country

United States

Website

www.punchcad.com

Product Features

3D Architecture

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
BIM Modeling No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
Landscape Design No 
Virtual Tour No 

Architectural CAD

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
Architectural Symbol Library No 
Automatic Formatting No 
BIM Modeling No 
Comparison View No 
Design Templates No 
Drafting No 

Architecture

2D Drawing Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
BIM Modeling Yes 
Bills of material Yes 
Building Information Modeling Yes 
Client Management No 
Contact Management Yes 
Contract Management No 
Document Management No 
Drafting Yes 
Manufacturing Design Data No 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Project Management No 
Proposal Management No 
Quotes/Proposals Yes 
Visualization / Presentation Yes 

Product Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

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