FOCUSED SketchUp for Interior Designers Online Course

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FOCUSED SketchUp is an online course tailored to Interior Designers that need to learn SketchUp quickly and give them tools and assets that will allow them to model and render designs efficiently with a high level of quality. This course is packed with valuable instructor-led courses on key Sketchup skills and provides you with a large library of assets that you can import into your projects to save you time and frustration.

Learn How to Create Photorealistic Images with SketchUp + V-Ray

I’m an Interior Designer (along with my wife, Megan) for our design firm, Arched Manor. I have been using SketchUp with V-Ray to wow our clients with photorealistic images of our designs. I spent months learning SketchUp from scratch and developed a custom process for modeling and proprietary library of assets that I use to quickly and efficiently create 3D models.

I have a broad knowledge of SketchUp and know exactly what Interior Designers need to know in order to use it – hence the FOCUSED course name. I have created a training package that is FOCUSED on only learning what Interior Designers need to know to use SketchUp, which saves time – as an Interior Designer, I know all too well how valuable your time is and don’t want you wasting any of it!

FOCUSED SketchUp is for Interior Designers, or anyone that needs to learn SketchUp with a focus on quickly creating interior models in order to generate photorealistic renders and elevations.

10 Modules

On Using SketchUp and V-Ray to Create 3-D Models

62 Lessons

Over 15 hours of focused instruction

Thousands
of Assets

Download my pre-made objects to save you time

Full Access

No subscription - get full access for the lifetime of the course

Bathroom Example

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Home Office

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Kitchen

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Sitting Area

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Bathroom

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Breakfast Room

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Dining Room

Using SketchUp + V-Ray

Module #1 - Setup and Configuration

Installing Sketchup and V-Ray [16:13]
Setting up Your Workspace [2:54]
Installing Extensions [12:07]
Setup Keyboard Shortcuts [2:31]

Module #2 - The Basics of SketchUp

Intro and Cheat Sheet [3:06]
Mouse and Navigation [7:25]
Using the Keyboard [7:23]
The Select Tool [2:36]
The Move Tool [10:01]
The Line Tool [17:11]
The Rectangle Tool [3:22]
The Circle Tool [4:41]
The Arc Tool [7:01]
The Tape Measure Tool [7:33]
The Offset Tool [6:14]
The Push/Pull Tool [5:38]
The Rotate Tool [5:02]
The Scale Tool [4:51]

Module #3 - Organization Organization in SketchUp

Groups [7:09]
Components [8:59]
Outliner [8:57]
Layers (Tags) [5:58]
Hiding and Unhiding [7:28]

Module #4 - Creating a Room

Starting from Dimensions [15:07]
Starting from a Floor Plan [18:39]
Adding Windows [20:04]
Adding Doors [9:13]
Adding Molding [18:07]
Creating Scenes [4:56]
Section Planes [10:27]
Styles and When to Use Them [5:08]
Creating Elevations [7:16]

Module #5 - Using V-Ray

Introduction to V-Ray [7:54]
Rendering [19:47]
Textures and How to Add Them [13:02]
Creating a Material Library [8:03]
The Best Places to Get Textures [6:21]
Modifying Textures with Photoshop [7:49]
Light Types in V-Ray [20:49]

Module #6 - Creating a Room (Continued)

Adding a Floor [5:43]
Using Paint Textures for Walls and Trim [12:31]
Adding Lighting [12:38]

Module #7 - Adding Furniture and Decor

Introduction [2:56]
The 3D Warehouse [13:08]
Creating Your Own Custom Objects [15:19]
The Best 3-D Object Sites [9:00]
How to Organize Your Custom Library of 3D Objects [13:12]
Scaling Furniture [14:43]
Adding Artwork and Pictures [10:39]
Adding a Rug [7:48]
Adding Trees Outside the Windows [13:53]
Finishing Touches [41:25]

Module #8 - Rendering with V-Ray

Keep It Simple [2:00]
Rendering Options [11:34]
Chaos Cloud [14:03]
Post Production [9:07]

Module #9 - Using Layout for 2-D Elevations

Layout vs. SketchUp [4:35]
Templates and Document Setup [8:26]
Working with Pages and Viewports [8:49]
Adding Measurements and Text [7:12]
Export Options [2:48]

Module #10 - Real Life Scenarios

Creating a Living a Room
Creating a Bedroom
Creating a Family Room
Creating a Farmhouse Kitchen
Creating a Dining Room

Module #1 - Setup and Configuration

Installing Sketchup and V-Ray [16:13]
Setting up Your Workspace [2:54]
Installing Extensions [12:07]
Setup Keyboard Shortcuts [2:31]

Module #2 - The Basics of SketchUp

Intro and Cheat Sheet [3:06]
Mouse and Navigation [7:25]
Using the Keyboard [7:23]
The Select Tool [2:36]
The Move Tool [10:01]
The Line Tool [17:11]
The Rectangle Tool [3:22]
The Circle Tool [4:41]
The Arc Tool [7:01]
The Tape Measure Tool [7:33]
The Offset Tool [6:14]
The Push/Pull Tool [5:38]
The Rotate Tool [5:02]
The Scale Tool [4:51]

Module #3 - Organization Organization in SketchUp

Groups [7:09]
Components [8:59]
Outliner [8:57]
Layers (Tags) [5:58]
Hiding and Unhiding [7:28]

Module #4 - Creating a Room

Starting from Dimensions [15:07]
Starting from a Floor Plan [18:39]
Adding Windows [20:04]
Adding Doors [9:13]
Adding Molding [18:07]
Creating Scenes [4:56]
Section Planes [10:27]
Styles and When to Use Them [5:08]
Creating Elevations [7:16]

Module #5 - Using V-Ray

Introduction to V-Ray [7:54]
Rendering [19:47]
Textures and How to Add Them [13:02]
Creating a Material Library [8:03]
The Best Places to Get Textures [6:21]
Modifying Textures with Photoshop [7:49]
Light Types in V-Ray [20:49]

Module #6 - Creating a Room (Continued)

Adding a Floor [5:43]
Using Paint Textures for Walls and Trim [12:31]
Adding Lighting [12:38]

Module #7 - Adding Furniture and Decor

Introduction [2:56]
The 3D Warehouse [13:08]
Creating Your Own Custom Objects [15:19]
The Best 3-D Object Sites [9:00]
How to Organize Your Custom Library of 3D Objects [13:12]
Scaling Furniture [14:43]
Adding Artwork and Pictures [10:39]
Adding a Rug [7:48]
Adding Trees Outside the Windows [13:53]
Finishing Touches [41:25]

Module #8 - Rendering with V-Ray

Keep It Simple [2:00]
Rendering Options [11:34]
Chaos Cloud [14:03]
Post Production [9:07]

Module #9 - Using Layout for 2-D Elevations

Layout vs. SketchUp [4:35]
Templates and Document Setup [8:26]
Working with Pages and Viewports [8:49]
Adding Measurements and Text [7:12]
Export Options [2:48]

Module #10 - Real Life Scenarios

Creating a Living a Room
Creating a Bedroom
Creating a Family Room
Creating a Farmhouse Kitchen
Creating a Dining Room

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Interior Door & Trim Pack

300 Doors in 10 styles, 6 sizes, and 5 finishes with 32 matching trim objects in 4 styles also included.

Window & Trim Pack

163 Single Pane and Double-Hung Windows with 100 matching pre-made trim casings included.

Hardware Pack

264 Hardware Pieces in 8 finishes such as antique brass, polished nickel, matte black, & more.

Recessed Light Pack

Four ready-to-go recessed lights in varying wattages to quickly add recessed lights into your model.

Benjamin Moore Paint Library

Import Benjamín Moore’s 75 most popular colors directly into V-Ray so you can easily use them in your designs.

Shiplap Pack

Four ready-to-go Shiplap Panels in both 5.5″ and 7.25″ width, both horizontal and vertical.

All Designed to Save You Time While Modeling!

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I am so certain you will love this course that I am offering a Risk-Free 14-Day Money Back Guarantee! If you start the course and find that it’s not for you, or if you are unsatisifed with the course for any reason, I have you covered.

All you have to do is contact me within 14 days of your purchase, and I will give you 100% of your money back.

I have no SketchUp experience. Is this course right for me?

Yes, the courses are designed for beginners (with no or little experience) and intermediates (that need to hone their skills). The first few modules walk you through how to setup your software and give tutorials on the basics of SketchUp. And remember, if you decide the course is not right for you, you can request a refund within 14 days of purchase.

Is the course compatible with Windows and Macs?

Yes, the course is compatible with any operating system – the lessons are viewed over the web with a browser (Chrome recommended). The lessons are recorded on a system using a Windows operating system.

Do I need to buy SketchUp or V-Ray in order to follow along the course?

No, but you will need to sign up for the free trial versions (7 Days for SketchUp and 30 Days for V-Ray) so that you can work through the lessons and utilize the downloadable assets. The first module of the course walks you through how to sign up for the trials and install the software on your machine.

How long will it take to finish the course?

That depends on the options you select during checkout (basic course or the Ultimate package with Kitchen Design) and the time you can devote to watching the lectures. The course is self-paced so that you can work it around your schedule. The videos in total are about 15 hours.

Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone that wants to learn SketchUp and V-Ray for Interior Design. While this course is focused around Interior Designers, anyone that needs SketchUp training to model interiors, kitchens, bathrooms, cabinets, wood working projects, decor, etc. can benefit from this course. Whether you are a professional, a home renovator/remodeler, DIY enthusiast, design student, kitchen designer, etc., this course is for you!

What if I buy the course and don't like it?

No problem! Within the first 14 days of purchasing the course, if you are not 100% satisfied, simply let us know and we will give you a full refund!

Do you offer support if I get stuck?

Yes! All students have access to our private Facebook group where you can ask questions and engage with other students (and me!). You can also send me an email if you get stuck and I'll do my best to help you!

Do I get lifetime access to the course?

You get full access to the course for the lifetime of the course. SketchUp may not be around in 50 years, so I can't legally offer lifetime access.