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In this course, you will learn how to develop a floor plan quickly, using an imported AutoCAD file and a number of SketchUp tools to build the walls, insert doors and windows, create and use materials, and apply special effects such as styles and shadows.
Syllabus:
Introduction
- Welcome
- What you should know before watching this course
- Using the exercise files
1. Quick Start: Creating a 2D Floor Plan
- Selecting the template and setting up the workspace
- Drawing a 2D floor plan
- Creating openings and setting layers
- Creating 2D door components
- Creating 2D window components
- Creating text and dimensions in LayOut
2. Building a Small Residence
- Importing an AutoCAD drawing into SketchUp
- Creating walls and floors
- Lofting the walls and adding trim
- Adding building components
3. Working with Components and Adjusting Views
- Adding doors using X-Ray view on the walls
- Adding windows into a wall
- Adding kitchen components
- Incorporating the kitchen into the model
4. Working with Materials
- Applying SketchUp materials
- Changing or editing a material
- Selecting an image to use as a material
- Creating a custom material
- Creating a custom collection
- Applying, repositioning, and scaling materials
5. Background Photos and Special Effects
- Setting a view to export as an image
- Creating interior backgrounds and adding scenes
- Setting up and applying shadows
- Incorporating the use of styles
