CHICAGO, IL (Remodeling Show), Oct 1, 2015 – Chief Architect Software announced a new version of Room Planner, a 2D and 3D home design app specifically for the remodeler to gather as-built measurements. The mobile app runs on iOS and Android and is compatible with several Bluetooth laser meters to aid in gathering dimensions. Once the remodel project is measured, the floor plan, doors, windows and dimensions can be imported into the Chief Architect desktop software to complete the detailed design and construction drawings.
“We found several professional remodelers spending a lot of time gathering as-built dimensions with paper and pencil – and often times missing key dimensions. Room Planner helps speed the process and allows you to import the as-built plan directly into our desktop software eliminating the need to translate the floor plan from the paper drawing,” says Scott Harris, VP of Chief Architect Software.
The user can place various room shapes, resize them and bump them to create the floor plan. There’s a library of architectural components and accessories including doors and windows that can be placed and positioned using the actual dimensions. When the floor plan is completed, the file can be stored on the cloud and imported into the Chief Architect desktop software.
Room Planner creates a full 3D model to assist in visualizing and verifying the space. Remodelers will find the 3D feature helpful to show clients quickly what a new room addition might look like prior to investing a lot of design time.
Room Planner is available as a free download (saving disabled) and a full version for $9.99. Both can be downloaded on iTunes and Google Play.
For more information on the Room Planner app, visit RoomPlanner. ChiefArchitect.com.
About Chief Architect Software
Chief Architect Software is a leading developer of 3D Architectural home design software for builders, designers, architects, and DIY home enthusiasts. Chief Architect uses smart building technology to create 3D renderings, construction documents and materials lists – a much faster design approach than traditional software.
For the consumer DIY market, it publishes the Home Designer product line – chiefarchitect.homedesigner.com. For the professional architectural and building market, it publishes the Chief Architect product line – chiefarchitect.com. For mobile, it publishes the Room Planner apps–roomplanner.chiefarchitect.com.
