12
Nov
My Bootcamps Just Got an AI Upgrade
I’ve got some awesome updates to share about my 7-Day SketchUp Bootcamps that I think you’re going to love. Whether you’re in the middle of a Bootcamp right now or
14
Oct
V-Ray 7.2 for SketchUp – What’s Changed and Why It Matters
When I first heard about V-Ray 7.2 (Update 2) for SketchUp, I was immediately curious: could this release actually push the boundaries of what I expect from architectural rendering workflows?
08
Oct
SketchUp 2026: What’s New (and What It Means for Designers Like Us)
SketchUp 2026 is now officially released (ahead of its usual March/April schedule), and for those of us using SketchUp day in and day out in design work, the update feels
17
Sep
New Course! FOCUSED D5 Render
On October 9th, I’m launching a brand new course—FOCUSED D5 Render—created specifically for interior designers, kitchen pros, and visual creatives who want to master the art of real-time rendering using
27
Aug
Home Depot Trim and Moulding Profile Pack Now Available
If you’re a DIY enthusiast, a renovation pro, or a contractor working in SketchUp with real-world materials, I’ve got exciting news: I just released a brand-new Home Depot Trim and
03
Jun
FOCUSED SketchUp Now Accepts Crypto Payments: Here’s What You Need to Know
For years, I’ve focused on teaching the most forward-thinking tools in the design industry — from photorealistic rendering with V-Ray to AI-enhanced design workflows and virtual tours. Today, I’m excited
17
Apr
The 2025 SketchUp 3D Summit – Be There!
If you’re serious about using SketchUp in your design business—or you’re just starting out and want to build a rock-solid foundation in 3D modeling—then you need to know about the
08
Apr
Where Did My Materials Go in SketchUp 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know About the New Material Panel
If you recently upgraded to SketchUp 2025 and opened a model only to find yourself wondering, “Where did my materials go?” — you’re not alone. I’ve been getting this question
27
Feb
SketchUp 2025 Review: Useful Updates or Just Another Version Number?
SketchUp 2025 is here, and while it does bring some new features, this update feels relatively minor—especially for those of us who primarily rely on rendering extensions like V-Ray. While
18
Jun
SketchUp Renders to Video using AI – Luma’s Dream Machine Review
This past week, Luma Labs released their answer to OpenAI’s Sona…it’s called Dream Machine, and it’s causing quite a stir in the AI world! Dream Machine is a text-to-video prompt engine,
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