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How to Download and Use Chief Architect 3D Bonus Objects and Manufacturer Catalogs
If you are a user of Chief Architect, a powerful home design software, you may be interested in downloading and using some of the bonus objects and manufacturer catalogs that are available on the 3D Library website. These catalogs contain thousands of 3D models that can enhance your designs with realistic details and products from various brands.
In this article, we will show you how to access, download, and use these bonus objects and manufacturer catalogs in your Chief Architect projects.
Accessing the 3D Library Website
To access the 3D Library website, you need to have a Chief Architect account and sign in with your email and password. If you don't have an account yet, you can create one for free on the Chief Architect website.
Once you are signed in, you can either click on the My Account button at the top right corner of the webpage and select Catalog Downloads, or you can select Library > Get Additional Content Online from the menu within the software.
Downloading Bonus Objects and Manufacturer Catalogs
On the 3D Library website, you can browse through different categories of catalogs, such as Appliances, Furniture, Landscape, Lighting, and more. You can also use the search bar to find specific catalogs by name or keyword.
Catalogs with Free next to the download arrow do not require SSA (Support & Software Assurance) and are free to download. Catalogs with SSA next to the download arrow require active SSA to download. Catalogs with a dollar amount (e.g. $3.99) listed are for Home Designer and Chief Architect users that don't have SSA, but want access to catalogs that are typically only available to SSA users.
To download a catalog, click on the download arrow symbol or the download button. You will be prompted to select a version. Click on the Chief Architect version you want to download the catalog for. Depending on your web browser, you will be prompted to either open or save the .calibz file.
Using Bonus Objects and Manufacturer Catalogs
To use the bonus objects and manufacturer catalogs in your Chief Architect projects, you need to import them into your library browser. To do this, select Library > Import Library from the menu within the software. Locate the .calibz file that you downloaded and click Open. The catalog will be added to your library browser under the User Catalog folder.
You can now browse through the catalog and drag and drop any 3D model into your plan or 3D view. You can also edit the properties of the model, such as its size, material, color, orientation, etc., by using the edit tools or the object information panel.
You can also create custom 3D objects using the primitive tools or the 3D/polyline solid tool. These tools allow you to create solid geometric shapes or polyline shaped 3D objects with a specified thickness. You can combine these tools to create complex shapes and details for your designs.
Once you have finished modeling your custom object, you can create an architectural block that groups the separate objects into a single item and then add the block to your library for future use or use in another plan.
Conclusion
In this article, we have shown you how to download and use Chief Architect 3D bonus objects and manufacturer catalogs in your home design projects. These catalogs can help you create realistic and detailed designs with products from various brands. You can also create your own custom 3D objects using the primitive tools or the 3D/polyline solid tool.
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