A Beginner’s Guide to 3D Warehouse for SketchUp

Starting your SketchUp journey and feeling a bit lost? Or, perhaps you want to save time on your models?  Enter 3D Warehouse for SketchUp.  This vast online library of models is a treasure for designers of all levels. Whether you’re crafting a simple chair or an intricate building, 3D Warehouse has got you covered. Let’s … Read more

Become a SketchUp Celebrity with their new AR Competition!

Brush off your SketchUp skills for the chance to be featured in SketchUp’s AR Lounge at 3D Basecamp! Plus, your work will be shown across the SketchUp community and social media channels. The new competition, called “Out of This World AR Challenge,” asks SketchUp users to create a fun AR experience for their 3D Basecamp … Read more

What is Ambient Occlusion for SketchUp?

SketchUp‘s Ambient Occlusion is a tool that’s got users rather excited.  Ambient Occlusion, first introduced natively in SketchUp 2024, is a tool for adding shadows and detail to edges with just one click. What is Ambient Occlusion for SketchUp? Scientifically speaking, ambient occlusion is the idea that less light will find its way into the … Read more

What’s New In SketchUp 2024?

what's new in Sketchup 2024

SketchUp 2024 is here! The much anticipated launch offers a brand new graphics engine, new visual depth settings and so much more. SketchUp continues to be a top choice among design and construction professionals for its user-friendly tools and flexible capabilities. For those unfamiliar with the software, SketchUp is  3D modeling software used for a … Read more

Scan Essentials: Quickly Import Real-World Data with SketchUp Studio

Scan Essentials

By importing point cloud data to SketchUp, you’re able to create very accurate 3D models. Use the plug-in found in SketchUp Studio to import point clouds created in Trimble RealWorks, other Trimble software, or from virtually any third-party software using standard file formats like LAS and E57. Designed with usability in mind, the point cloud … Read more

Visual Merchandising in SketchUp

SketchUp for Visual Merchandisers

Visual merchandisers play a crucial role in creating captivating shop fronts and display signs. SketchUp is an invaluable asset for this type of work due to its user-friendly interface, versatility, and efficiency, along with the capability to build precise geometry and apply meaningful materials. Some versions of SketchUp even include tools to handle point cloud … Read more

AI Rendering in SketchUp with Diffusion

If you’ve ever needed to get a render out the door as quickly as possible, but didn’t have the time to move it to a renderer and set up the scene – Diffusion may be what you’ve been looking for. IMPORTANT: To be clear, Diffusion is a SketchUp Labs feature. SketchUp Labs is a public … Read more

V-Ray 6, Vantage 2 and Enscape for Mac Product Updates are Here!

V-Ray 6 for Rhino/SketchUp – Update 2 With V-Ray 6 for SketchUp and Rhino Update 2, enjoy advanced Chaos Scatter modes, improved .vrscene import, smarter VFB features, Enmesh rendering on V-Ray GPU, Grasshopper volumetric effects, and a whole lot more. V-Ray 6 for Cinema 4D – Update 2 This update redefines connectivity, unlocking unprecedented collaboration … Read more

The Benefits of Upgrading to SketchUp Studio

SketchUp Studio

SketchUp is a 3D modelling software that is widely used by architects, engineers, and designers. SketchUp Pro has been the go-to version for many years, but a more complete tier has been added relatively recently – SketchUp Studio. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of upgrading from SketchUp Pro to SketchUp Studio. … Read more

Artisan 2 is Only Days Away

Artisan 2

The release of Artisan 2 is only days away! Watch the trailer video below to get a taste for what Artisan 2 has to offer. You can check out all of the documentation on the official Help Desk once Artisan 2 releases on May 24th! Existing Artisan Customers Artisan 2 is a separate product from … Read more