Preface

Without a doubt, SketchUp stands out as one of the most remarkable and powerful 3D visualization tools across a spectrum of design sectors, encompassing interior design, architecture, product design, woodworking, landscape architecture, and beyond. It serves as a valuable asset during the schematic and design development stages, and clients benefit from its ability to bring ideas to life in a visually compelling way. A significant advantage of using SketchUp from the get-go is that you will not need to transfer and manipulate drawings from one program to the next. It can all be done right in SketchUp Pro or Studio!

While AutoCAD and Revit are incredible tools for large and small construction documents, make no mistake – you can create accurate construction blueprints for any project type in SketchUp. When it comes to SketchUp drafting and modeling, any limitations often stem from a user’s familiarity and skill level rather than inherent flaws in the software itself. The SketchUp Handbook for Interior Design aims to cover sophisticated and innovative ways of planning, designing, and presenting within the software, complete with step-by-step explanations and helpful illustrations.

Embark on a journey through each chapter, where you will enhance your SketchUp Pro skills using its sleek yet robust toolset. Practice models specific to each chapter are found in 3D Warehouse. Dive into creating a cozy residential room from scratch, letting your creativity flow by making your own Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FFE). Explore the construction of architectural elements for a commercial building, adding realistic touches that help clients quickly understand the concept and design. Learn the art of crafting attractive presentations, and discover interesting tips along the way. This book is constructed as a fun and relatable exploration of what SketchUp can do for your designs and client interactions.