Home Design Software for DIY

Advanced building tools for roofs, foundations and framing make the design process easy. As you draw walls, the program creates a 3D model. When you place a door or window, it is inserted into the wall, and the program automatically updates the framing. When you move walls, the roof and foundation are also updated. Every item you add into the design is included in a list of materials so you can cost-estimate and budget your home project.

Remodeling a kitchen or bath? Cabinets are smart objects that snap, bump and form to walls. You will find a large selection of cabinet types. Quickly change colors and styles with the Material Painter to visualize design options.

Chief Architect provides the highest quality software, live customer support in the US, without charge, and the very best resources for learning in the industry. The software runs on a Mac or PC and can be deactivated, making it easy to switch between multiple computers. Home Designer is compatible with the Chief Architect professional architectural product, and you can share your designs with friends and family on tablets and phones using the 3D Viewer app.

Subscribe to the software by the month or year — saving you money. Download a trial of Home Designer and get started on your dream home project today!