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The Designers Show by Chief Experts

Chief Experts Dan Baumann, John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Fisher & Kevin Transue

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Designers Show by Chief Experts, where design isn"t just an art — it"s a profit center! Join us each week as Dan Baumann, John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Rigby Fisher and Kevin Transue share their experiences and interview top industry experts. You"ll get actionable tips and strategies for the real world of design in construction to help you take your design and contracting business to the next level.

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Episode 180 - What We Learned from Chief Architect’s...

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2026/09/19

Welcome to The Designers Show by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center.In this episode of The Designers Show (#180), the Chief Experts team shares their experiences and key insights from the recent Chief Architect annual training event in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. They discuss the value of community, direct feedback to developers, and dive deep into practical software workflows. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Developer Feedback Loop:The team highlights howChief

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61:46

Episode 179 - Turn Chief Architect Designs Into AI...

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2026/08/22

What if you could take a design you've already created in Chief Architect and turn it into a more polished rendering or even an animated video using AI?In this episode of The Designers Show, Dan Baumann of Chief Experts is joined by John Schrader and Rene Rabbitt, along with special guest Kacper Staniul, co-founder of MyArchitectAI. Kacper demonstrates how MyArchitectAI works with Chief Architect designs to create renderings, experiment with materials and finishes, enhance images, and turn

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71:07

Episode 178 - Chief Architect X18: Best New Features...

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2026/07/17

Welcome to The Designers Show by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center.Chief Architect X18 is here, but which updates will actually make a difference in your day-to-day work? In Episode 178 of The Designers Show, Dan Baumann, John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Fisher, and Kevin Transue test X18’s new tools in real time. The panel looks at plan performance, wall connections, terrain references, cross-section fills, framing controls, project organization, WebP

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64:46

Episode 177 - Chief Architect X18 Tips & Workflow...

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2026/07/03

Welcome to The Designers Show by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center. This episode is packed with first impressions of the newly released Chief Architect X18, practical workflow discussions, live audience Q&A, and another round of Spin the Wheel. Dan Baumann is joined by John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Fisher, and Kevin Transue to break down the features they're most excited about, how they fit into real-world residential design workflows, and what

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63:31

Episode 176 - Chief Architect Workflow Tips: Layouts,...

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2026/06/19

Welcome to The "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center! In Episode #176, Dan Baumann and Rene Rabbitt dive into practical Chief Architect workflows that can help you save time, work more efficiently, and solve common design challenges. From AI-powered design tools and custom Ruby macros to layout management, saved camera workflows, and attic wall troubleshooting, this episode is packed with actionable tips for residential designers, remodelers,

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68:29

Episode 175 - Chief Architect Tips & Spin The Wheel

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2026/06/05

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In this episode of the Designers Show, Dan Baumann, John Schrader, and special guest Rabbitt Design answer live Chief Architect questions, spin the wheel for surprise topics, and share practical tips to help you work faster and more efficiently. Topics include temporary dimensions, material management, design alternatives, Pro Academy's new AI-powered search tool, and a look at upcoming

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62:06

Do This First: Marketing for Small Teams That Works -...

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2026/05/15

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center! In this episode, Dan Baumann and Renee are joined by Joleen Emery of Big Raven Media for a practical, straight-talking conversation about marketing for small design teams, remodelers, builders, and Chief Architect users. The episode focuses on what to do first when marketing feels overwhelming: build the foundation. Before chasing social media, AI tools, or complicated marketing tactics,

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63:00

Make More Money with Chief Architect - Designers Show...

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2026/05/01

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!Most residential designers, architects, and contractors aren’t underpaid because of a lack of skill—they’re underpaid because of how they structure and sell their services. In this episode, Dan Baumann, John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Fisher, and Kevin Transue break down how to turn Chief Architect into a true business tool—not just drafting software. The discussion focuses on

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64:51

Stop Making These Common Chief Mistakes - Part 5 -...

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2026/04/17

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!Most Chief Architect users aren’t stuck because the software is hard. They’re stuck because their workflow is slow. In this episode, we break down the real issue behind common “mistakes” — inefficient systems that quietly cost time on every project. From overusing dialog boxes to rebuilding views that should be linked, these habits add up fast. We get into what actually speeds up

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64:54

Stop Making These Common Chief Mistakes - Part 4 -...

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2026/04/03

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!Stop fixing the same issues on every project. In this episode of the Designers Show (#171), Dan Baumann, John Schrader, and Renee Rabbit break down the common mistakes Chief Architect users run into—and more importantly, the exact adjustments that fix them. This is a practical, workflow-focused discussion. It covers the kinds of problems that don’t look serious on the surface but create

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63:17

Stop Making These Common Chief Mistakes - Part 3 -...

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2026/03/20

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In Part 3 of the Designers Show series on common mistakes, the conversation continues with real-world frustrations designers face inside Chief Architect. The hosts work through user-submitted issues, unpacking why these problems happen and how to approach them with a problem-solving mindset instead of frustration. Along the way, they also touch on workflow habits, training gaps, and how

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70:36

Stop Making These Common Chief Mistakes - Part 2 -...

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2026/03/06

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In this episode, the panel dives into common mistakes designers make when working in Chief Architect and how those mistakes affect modeling accuracy, documentation quality, and workflow efficiency. Rather than focusing on software tricks, the discussion centers on foundational modeling practices that produce reliable architectural plans. Topics include correct wall definitions, roof

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65:45

Stop Making These Common Chief Mistakes - Designers...

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2026/02/20

Welcome to the "Designers Show" by Chief Experts, where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In this episode, Dan Bauman and co-hosts John Schrader, Rene Rabbitt, Robin Fisher, and Kevin Transue dive deep into the most common Chief Architect mistakes that slow designers down. Rather than focusing on complaints, the discussion centers on root causes, workflow strategies, and practical solutions for mastering rooms, stairs, roofs, framing, and default settings. If you’re serious

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61:03

Chief Architect Productivity Hacks: Spin the Wheel -...

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2026/02/06

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!Ever feel like Chief Architect is powerful… but somehow still slowing you down? In this episode of The Designers Show, we spin the wheel and land on real-world productivity hacks that help residential designers work faster, click less, and stop fighting their software. From toolbar tweaks and shortcut strategies to mindset shifts that separate power users from frustrated ones, this episode

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59:02

AI in your Toolbox: Let’s Discuss What It Can Do -...

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2026/01/23

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In this episode of The Designers Show, the hosts take a practical, no-hype look at artificial intelligence and what it actually means for designers today. Instead of fear-mongering or shiny-tool obsession, the conversation focuses on how AI fits into real creative workflows—where it helps, where it falls short, and why designers are still very much in the driver’s seat. 🔑 Key

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60:35

Inside the New NKBA Guidelines Part 4 - Designers...

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2026/01/09

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In Part 4 of our ongoing series on the updated NKBA Guidelines, we move past theory and into real-world design decisions. This episode dives into the practical side of kitchen and bath design—where safety, accessibility, and functionality meet client expectations and on-site realities. If you’ve ever felt the tension between doing what looks good and doing what’s right, this conversation

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68:56

Impromptu New Years Show LIVE with Rene Rabbitt -...

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2026/01/02

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!No script. No polish. Just real design talk. In this impromptu New Year’s episode of the Designers Show, ReneRabbitt goes live to share hard-earned insights, workflow habits, and practical lessons from inside Chief Architect. Think late-night studio vibes, live problem-solving, and tips you won’t find in a manual. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Why understanding defaults in Chief saves more time than

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62:08

Holiday Q&A with Chief Experts - Designers Show #164

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2025/12/19

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!As the year winds down, the hosts of The Designers Show step back from tactics and trends to focus on something more lasting: the lessons that shape long, sustainable design careers. This holiday Q&A episode distills years of experience into honest reflections on mindset, burnout, client relationships, boundaries, and the realities of creative work. No scripts. No formulas. Just the

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65:50

Inside the New NKBA Guidelines with Robin Rigby...

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2025/12/05

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!This episode dives into the newly updated NKBA Kitchen & Bath Guidelines with the always-insightful Robin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD, CAPS, CLIPP. We talk ergonomics, accessibility, smarter appliance planning, and why these new standards matter more than ever for modern living. Expect real talk, design wisdom, and a few laugh-inducing truths about how people actually use their kitchens.🔑 Key

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62:03

State of the Industry: What Designers & Remodelers...

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2025/11/21

Welcome toThe "Designers Show" by Chief Experts,where design isn't just an art—it's a profit center!In this episode of the Designers Show, Dan, Renee, John, and guests unpack real survey data from 50+ design professionals to explore the state of the residential design and remodeling industry heading into 2026. From business confidence and economic concerns to pricing strategies, contracts, client behavior, and marketing best practices, this open-format conversation delivers actionable

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