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Chief Architect Software Joins AIBD as Corporate Partner to Advance Building Design Education

Published about 24 hours ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader,
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We’re excited to share that Chief Architect Software, a leader in professional architectural home design software, is now a Corporate Partner of the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)!
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This partnership is a big step in our mission to raise the bar for residential building design and give our members access to innovative tools and learning opportunities.
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​Chief Architect’s Commitment to AIBD​
For over 30 years, Chief Architect has been a pioneer in 3D home design software for home builders, remodelers, architects, and kitchen/bath/interior designers across the nation. Renowned for its ease of use and smart features that help automate the design process, construction documents, and cost estimating, Chief Architect is an ideal partner for our organization.

Click the image to open a PDF of a full set of sample construction docs.

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As part of this collaboration, Chief Architect will work closely with our Membership and Education Committees to create a comprehensive “Fundamentals of Building Design” curriculum.
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This program will be carefully tailored to meet the needs of our community of residential architecture professionals, equipping them with valuable insights and skills.
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​What This Means for You

  • Access to New Educational Resources: The upcoming educational curriculum will provide foundational knowledge and practical skills, designed to support both new and experienced professionals in the field.
  • Enhanced Continuing Education: As part of our ongoing mission, this partnership will help expand our continuing education offerings, ensuring members can earn AIBD-approved credits through innovative, relevant programming.
  • Business Advantages: Work more efficiently, clearly communicate design ideas with 3D renderings or virtual walkthroughs, deliver higher-quality designs and construction documents, and create material take-offs. Learn more about Chief Architect or download a free trial at chiefarchitect.com.

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"I’m a one man office and used Autocad for 20 years and would average 50 projects a year. I switched to Chief Architect in 2017 and now average over 100 projects a year. Chief Architect doubled my buiness."

Rick Ehrenberg, CPBD, Brookes Design, Inc. (WA)

On behalf of the Membership Committee, I extend our gratitude to Chief Architect for their commitment to advancing our field and supporting the professional growth of every AIBD member.
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​Let’s build the future of residential design together!​
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Warm regards,

Joey Martin
Membership Chairperson, American Institute of Building Design

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​P.S. Want to learn more about Chief Architect’s powerful design software and how it can support your work in residential design? Check out their tools and features here: www.ChiefArchitect.com.
​P.P.S. Register for my live trainings, where I will use Chief Architect to show how to prepare details from your model and create killer templates.

American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.

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