SketchUp for Architecture Training Course

Introduction

SketchUp at Glance

• Templates
• Toolbars and components
• Model settings

Drawing Tools

• Line tool
• Rectangle tool, circle tool, polygon tool, and arc tool
• Freehand tool

Preparing the Development Environment

• Installing and configuring SketchUp
• Setting up templates, toolbars, and working files

Modeling

• Applying 2D CAD drawings
• Implementing a base
• Building the external shell
• Shaping shell slopes
• Forming openings
• Applying internal walls, windows, and doors
• Capping the roof

Materials

• Adding materials to objects
• Importing images
• Creating textures
• Modifying the material placement

External Features

• Adding the water feature
• Working with landscaping
• Implementing the path edge
• Adding external planting

Internal Features

• Modeling the interior fixtures
• Building the low units
• Building the high units
• Adding trim
• Decorating the interior
• Loading furniture

Styling and Scenes

• Styling the model
• Adding a watermark
• Cutting sections
• Creating elevation scenes
• Creating plans and sections
• Adding perspective views

Geolocation

• Locating the model
• Mapping shadows
• Creating a shadow study

From Model to Reality

• Using JPEG and PNG
• Using KMZ for Google Earth

Summary and Conclusion