Buma

I am looking for design software that will be used mostly for kitchens and somewhat for custom closets/bars, etc.

I've been told to look at the following programs and am looking for feedback on how well they work and how easy/intuitive they are to use. I'd also welcome alternate suggestions. Note that I am a computer novice but don't want to give up too much functionality.

• 20/20 Design
• Pro100USA
• SmartDraw
• old version of Autocad (not sure this will work with my computer skills)

I want to ensure that the software has a good library as my designs are more modern.

Are these good programs? Is one better than another? Any help greatly appreciated!

framerman

If you're doing straight kitchen design, just use 2020. It's pretty much the only software used in kitchen design.

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ScipioAfricanus

Framerman is right about 20/20, it is the top-of-the-line kitchen remodeling software. Not too sure how expensive it still is though, very pricey I think.

AutoCAD would be difficult I think and I hate Autodesk the company. Good software though.

I would look into ecabinets.com the software is free if you are a contractor, you can do some really nice things with it and I believe it does a very nice job of all cabinet accessories for the inside harware and such. Big selection of trademarked cabinet catagories too. I am slowly checking it out as I get the time to learn it. I think the GUI is a little cluncky though. It will give you accurate cut lists for CNC machines also from what I understand.

Chief Architect has very good cabinet tools and ease of design interfacing. no cut list though. This is the one I use for all my design and drafting stuff. I know others that use it exclusively for kitchen and bath design also.

The other two you mentioned I don't know anything about.

Andy.