29
Apr
FOCUSED Renders to Video vs. FOCUSED Animations with SketchUp and V-Ray
Last year, I launched FOCUSED Animations with SketchUp and V-Ray because it was the best way to create fully rendered, high-quality animations for client presentations and social media. With 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
01
Apr
Why I Don’t Recommend the iPad for FOCUSED SketchUp Courses (or Serious Client Work)
One of the questions I get more and more often is, “Can I take your course using an iPad?” And while I wish I could say yes, the truth is:
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
06
Jan
The Computer I Use for SketchUp and V-Ray
My old Dell laptop that I have used since 2022 was showing sings of dying. The Wifi would randomly disconnect (only a full restart would fix it), the fan was
18
Dec
How to Use Chaos V-Ray’s Viewport Rendering inside of SketchUp
In the fast-paced world of design, having tools that allow you to visualize your work in real time can be a game-changer. Chaos V-Ray’s Viewport Rendering (VPR) in SketchUp is
10
Aug
The Future of Design & Rendering According to AI
So what does ChatGPT think the next 5 years will hold for interior design, 3D modeling, and rendering? I asked it pointblank, and below I share what it predicts along
14
Jul
Chief Architect vs. SketchUp – Which Software is Better?
Are you torn between Chief Architect and SketchUp for your interior and kitchen design projects? In this article, I’ll explore the key features and capabilities of both software systems to help you make an
24
Jun
The Best Password Manager App and Why You Need One
In today’s digital age, the importance of password management cannot be overstated. For interior designers, safeguarding sensitive client information is paramount. That’s where Dashlane comes in. I’ve been a loyal Dashlane user
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,
