Welcome to Google SketchUp!
Getting Started with Google SketchUp
Please watch the first tutorial video located below in order to get started.
Please watch the first tutorial video located below in order to get started.
GOOGLE SKETCHUP BASICS:
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Tutorials:
Here are the rest of the Getting Started with Google Sketchup Videos:
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Assignment 1:
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Assignment 2: Designing a HomeDirections: For this assignment pretend you are an architect. Below is a description of a house that your client wants designed. As the architect of this project you should review the description provided and brainstorm your design by writing down ideas or drawing a rough sketch. View the video about brainstorming before starting your assignment. Once you have reviewed the video and completed your brain storm you can begin creating your building model in google sketch up.
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Final Assignment:
Now that you have learned how to use Google SketchUp you will create your own design from scratch, choosing one of the following options:
- 3D model of a business exterior and interior (ex: restaurant, office)
- 3D model of a famous building (complete with landscaping)
- 3D model of a famous bridge or landmark
Please turn in 3 different views of your model. In order to earn full credit your model will:
1. Have many different shapes used to create the design
2. Be highly detailed
3. Have high quality landscaping or furnishings
4. Look like a real-life representation
5. Have all shapes will with appropriate textures
6. Be strongly creative
7. Have an overall high quality design