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Description

Home Designer Software stands out as the leading 3D interior design and home remodeling application, built upon the advanced technology of Chief Architect's professional architectural tools, making it accessible for do-it-yourself enthusiasts. Explore the reasons that make Home Designer the premier choice for visualizing and crafting your next home improvement project. Chief Architect is the go-to software for professionals such as architects, builders, remodelers, and interior designers alike. With its intelligent building features, users can effortlessly produce construction drawings, detailed floor plans, elevations, and stunning 3D renderings, including immersive 360-degree views. This software is specifically designed for residential projects, equipped with tools that automatically generate essential elements like roofs, foundations, and framing dimensions. As you design walls, windows, and doors, the application concurrently constructs a 3D representation, which can be conveniently shared with homeowners, structural engineers, or subcontractors via the 3D Viewer app. Such capabilities enhance collaboration and streamline the design process, ensuring that every detail is communicated effectively.

Description

StructSuite is a no-cost, web-based software designed for structural analysis and load calculation specifically aimed at residential and light-frame construction. The tool is capable of designing wood and steel beams as well as columns in accordance with NDS 2024 and AISC 360-22 standards; it also accommodates floor and ceiling joists and rafters, drawing from the 2024 IBC span tables. Additionally, it allows for the creation of wood-frame shear walls that are plotted on the building design in compliance with SDPWS 2021, incorporating Simpson hold-downs and anchors; it also designs isolated and strip footings according to ACI 318-25 and cantilever retaining walls utilizing concrete or CMU stems to meet TMS 402-22 specifications. Furthermore, the software calculates various loads, including dead, live, seismic, and wind loads, in alignment with ASCE 7-22. Throughout the process, users can view equations with substituted project values, alongside a book icon that references the relevant governing code paragraph for transparency. Results can be compiled into a single comprehensive calculation report intended for plan review purposes. The free version encompasses all modules, allows for endless calculations, and includes one cloud project, while the Pro subscription offers unlimited projects, PDF reports, and an online verification link to facilitate plan checking; the subscription options are priced at $100 per month or $1,000 annually, with a one-week Pro access pass available for $50. Users will find that this tool not only enhances efficiency but also simplifies compliance with industry standards, making it an invaluable resource for structural engineers.

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Pricing Details

$79 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$50 one-time
The free plan includes every module, unlimited calculations, and one cloud project. Pro includes unlimited projects, PDF reports, and an online verification link for plan checkers. Pro subscriptions cost $100/month or $1,000/year; a one-week Pro pass costs $50.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

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

Deployment

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

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
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

StructSuite

Founded

2025

Country

United States

Website

structsuite.com

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