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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction
SketchUp: An Overview
- Available templates
- Toolbars and component management
- Configuration of model settings
Drawing Utilities
- Line tool
- Rectangle, circle, polygon, and arc tools
- Freehand drawing capabilities
Setting Up the Development Environment
- Installation and configuration of SketchUp
- Initialisation of templates, toolbars, and workspace files
3D Modeling Process
- Integration of 2D CAD drawings
- Establishing the structural base
- Construction of the external envelope
- Shaping roof slopes and shell geometry
- Creation of openings
- Implementation of internal walls, windows, and doors
- Roof capping and detailing
Material Application
- Assigning materials to objects
- Image importation for visual enhancement
- Texture generation
- Adjustment of material placement and orientation
Exterior Developments
- Incorporation of water features
- Landscaping integration
- Definition of pathway edges
- Addition of external flora and planting
Interior Developments
- Modelling of internal fittings
- Construction of low-level units
- Construction of high-level units
- Addition of decorative trims
- Interior finishing and decoration
- Placement of furniture elements
Styling and Scene Management
- Model styling techniques
- Watermark insertion
- Section cutting for detailed views
- Generation of elevation scenes
- Creation of floor plans and cross-sections
- Development of perspective views
Geolocation Features
- Model placement within a geographic context
- Shadow mapping accuracy
- Execution of shadow studies
From Digital Model to Physical Reality
- Exporting via JPEG and PNG formats
- Utilising KMZ files for Google Earth integration
Conclusion and Recap
Requirements
- Familiarity with the concept of 3D modeling
Target Audience
- Architects
