How to apply a pencil drawing style to your sketchup model

In this sketchup tutorial, Justin Geis presents some essential tips on how to apply style and overlay to your regular sketchup model and transform it to be look like a pencil drawing.

Pencil drawing or hand-made images are useful while explaining architectural projects with clients and planning authorities similar to each other.

Conceptual images can fulfill the purpose of maintaining a project open in the initial phases of design progression.

For more details please watch the tutorial as displayed below:

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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How to Create Lattice Texture in Vray for Sketchup

In today’s session of learning we are introducing you with an exclusive video tutorial of Vray for sketchup. This tutorial is produced with a view to provide detailed demonstration on how to create different materials with a realistic look in Vray.

This tutorial is proudly presented by the Robson Jacobsen, CEO of Jacobsen3D, Company specialized in Renders and 3D designs of interiors and architecture. He is constantly updating his channel with his valuable video tutorials of interior design, architecture, 3D modeling and rendering.

Requirements: To develop this tutorial you just need two software. The first important one is sketchup pro 2016 and Adobe Photoshop (latest version preferred).

First of all, you have to download a texture image according to your need and then you have to implement this texture into sketchup and finally have to give the finishing touch with photoshop.

For more details please watch the tutorial as displayed below:

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Rajib Dey
www.sketchup4architect.com
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Segal-method Timber Frames For Sketchup

Segal-method Timber Frames for sketchup is a useful sketchup extension that supports SketchUp 2013, SketchUp 2014, SketchUp 2015, SketchUp 2016, SketchUp 2017 as well as Windows and Mac OS X platform.

This sketchup extension can be used to instantly apply segal-method (post and beam) timber frames toward self-made garden office and tiny houses.

With this extension, the novice builders will be able to generate the frame for garden offices, workshops, studios (and "Tiny Houses") covering nearly 30m2 floor area with the use of the Segal-method of post and beam timber framing: minimum pad foundations that manage sloping ground, flexible grid structure, simple bolted timber joints, and applying standard-length timbers to minimize wastage.

Together with the main frame, it can produce mono-pitched (shed) and dual-pitched (gable) roofs with indicated maximum/eaves heights to circumvent the requirement for planning permission in the UK. Rafters range from solid timbers or engineered timber I-beams. Metal fixings are contained within the model, like M12 bolts and truss clips.

Floor joists at 400mm or 600mm centers are included, as can wall studwork. A simple table containing various insulation materials is included, with the U-value, R-value (international) and R-value (USA) numbers toward a series of diverse thicknesses.

To download this extension, click on the following link. extensions.sketchup.com

Image Courtesy: extensions.sketchup.com

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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How physically based rendering (PBR) can be used to improve the workflow between Sketchup & Unity

This sketchup video focuses on the following topics :-
 How to develop and quickly UV map in SketchUp for Unity
 How materials PBR function in Unity
 How to generate your own PBR textures and materials out of pictures on your phone or files which are available online.

Physically based rendering (PBR) is the most crucial feature in Unity 5. This new lighting model simulates the natural interactions of light rays and real-world materials. It can be used to produce dynamic materials which include attractive contrast and detail.

If any modification occurs in lighting or in the background, PBR will facilitate the assets to be demonstrated in the manner you like. Nearly all PBR renderers apply some form of image-based lighting, which facilitate the assets to select colors from the adjacent environment.

The video is segregated in three parts :-

Part 1: SketchUp UVs

Prior to start, ensure that SketchUV extension for SketchUp is installed from extension warehouse
(https://extensions.sketchup.com/en/content/sketchuv)

Part 2: PBR in Unity

To gather more information concerning how PBR (Physically Based Rendering) textures is applied, please explore through Allegorithmic's PBR Guide Vol#1 and Vol#2 

(https://www.allegorithmic.com/pbr-guide).

Part 3: Textures in PixPlant

For completing the concluding part, it is suggested to use PixPlant for seamless texture and render map creation (https://www.pixplant.com/). It is robust and user-friendly.

Article Source: http://sketchucation.com

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Rajib Dey
www.sketchup4architect.com
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How to import & scale and orient any reference image in sketchup

By watching this exclusive sketchup video, you will be familiar with importing, scaling and orienting your reference image. You will be able to produce your own scale figure.

To perform this, initially you have to import your new image into sketchup so that you can apply it and create a new face me. After clicking on import button, check that all imported image types and use as image options are selected to get texture match photo.

To learn the complete process, go through the following video.

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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How to design a Bow Front Chest of Drawers with sketchup and CabinetSense

This exclusive sketchup video provides brief demonstration on how to apply Sketchup Pro, CabinetSense and VCarve Pro or Aspire to instantly design the box toward the bow front chest of drawers.

CabinetSense is a cabinet design software for sketchup. This software supports sketchup 2013, sketchup 2014, sketchup 2015, sketchu 2016 and sketchup 2017.

Click on the following link to download CabinetSense http://www.cabinetsensesoftware.com/download-software

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Rajib Dey
www.sketchup4architect.com
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Enscape Rendering for SketchUp Alpha Version

Enscape is a globally recognized VR and 3D real-time rendering plugin for SketchUp. This newest version is still in beta testing phase and will be launched soon for commercial application. The plugin is compatible with Sketchup 2016 and Sketchup 2017 as well as Windows Operating system.

The users can easily set up the plugin with a simple mouse click and can walk-through a completely rendered project or export superior quality screenshots instantly. There is not any requirement of any supplementary software. As it is directly incorporated with sketchup, there is no need for uploading data to the cloud. The completely dynamic program reproduces all modifications in construction in simultaneously, and the Enscape walk-through is exported as a separate implementable file for smooth circulation and customization.

The developed walk-through is demonstrated in virtual reality or exported into a video instantly. It facilitates the users to replicate design quickly without much time as well as review design instantly and create presentation to the colleagues, clients and stakeholders.

Given below, some exclusive features of the plugin :-

• Real-time walk-through • Live link to SketchUp – Unlike other renderers the modifications in SketchUp are directly evident in Enscape • Direct integration – Retain your tools and apply Enscape via the SketchUp toolbar • Standalone export – Produce an .exe file out of your project that functions without SketchUp • Effortless usage – Rendering with one click • Virtual Reality (VR) – Oculus Rift and HTC Vive support with one click

A trial version is available for the users that will expire after 14 days. After that, the users have to purchase a monthly or yearly license at the Enscape store.

www.enscape3d.com

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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Groundhog (0.9.6) For Sketchup

IGD, a renowned consultancy company that works for enhancing the interior comfort and energy performance of buildings, has launched Groundhog for Sketchup. This sketchup extension supports SketchUp 2015, SketchUp 2016, SketchUp 2017.

This free and open source extension can be used for executing lighting analysis inside SketchUp. With the use of radiance as its calculation engine, this sketchup plugin facilitates accomplishing various static and climate based daylight analysis.

It is also possible to export the entire project with groundhog along with illums, luminaires, workplanes, windows and materials as well as utilize them for research or other works.

In groundhog, all actions are performed by doing "right click" and in the menu Extensions -> Groundhog.

Explore through Groundhog online resources (www.groundhoglighting.com/app)

Go through the following link to download the most updated version of groundhog extensions.sketchup.com

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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How to use push/pull tool in sketchup to generate new faces

This is another useful video presentation by Justin Geis. The video briefly highlights how to use push pull tool of sketchup to produce new faces.

The Push/Pull tool is applied to generate a 3D shape out of a flat face or slice a 3D shape out of any model. The push/pull tool can be used for any type of face along with circular, rectangular, and abstract faces.

Just click on a face one time to initiate pushing/pulling it, shift your cursor unless you prefer what you see, and then click for a second time to discontinue pushing/pulling.

Push/Pull is well matched with flat faces. In order to apply it for a curved face, apply something else.

Given below, some useful tips for using push/pull tool :-

If it is required to push/pull a face that’s is very hard to choose, use select tool to preselect the face and then push/pulling the face. If you require to make a fresh start, press Esc.

If you require to pull a face with the intention that it’s parallel with another face, get help from the SketchUp inference engine. Prior to pull the face, hover the Push/Pull cursor over the other face, and the inference engine will notify you when the two faces are parallel.

As soon as you push/pull to add volume to your model, it is possible to double the size of the extrusion or generate a individual but equivalent extrusion:

• To replicate the extrusion on a diverse face, double-click another face.
• To stack an equivalent extrusion on top of the current one, Ctrl+double-click (Microsoft Windows) or Option+double-click (Mac OS X)

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www.sketchup4architect.com
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3D Animation Ecole George Mélies Partners with E-on Software Enabling Students to Enhance Their Creativity

E-on software, a leading global developer of software for the creation, animation, rendering, and integration of natural 3D environments in the computer graphics, VFX, architecture, and gaming industries, today announced that Ecole George Mélies has deployed VUE and PlantFactory software to advance the computer graphics (CG) skills of students and accelerate creativity in developing stunning 3D environments. Ecole George Mélies is a leading college in the field of 3D animation and has been ranked as one of Europe's top colleges for film making and animation for the past two decades. Graduates have included many of the world's most well-known digital artists such as Audrey Ferrara at MPC, Nims Bun at ILM, and Vincent Caudeville at Iloura.

"Today, 3D animation schools must offer a wide range of skill sets and competencies to make sure students can meet the high level and variety of creative demands that will be placed upon them across the movie, VFX, and gaming industries. At Ecole Georges Mélies, we are dedicated to leveraging creative and artistic techniques, technology, and software to enhance and expand our creative learning model," said Franck Petitta, directeur général, Ecole George Mélies.

"E-on software's VUE and PlantFactory software will enable us to teach our students new skills in environment and vegetation design, and the software is easier to use and less expensive than other software solutions. VUE and PlantFactory will be used along with additional software such as 3dsMax, Maya, Unreal, Unity 3d, and others," continued Petitta. "Students and professors have already found VUE and PlantFactory to be highly useful tools in their projects and education."

"One of our alumni who recently used VUE for a movie project was honored by several festival awards," commented Patrice David, communications director, Ecole George Mélies. The student, Ersan Musa, said, "Advised by an environmental software artist, I tested VUE. It was so powerful yet easy to use that I decided to use it in my graduation movie, with great success!" Ersan Musa's team, which also included Hélène Guillem and Colin Huard, used VUE mainly for creating the ecosystems along with Maya and Nuke software.

Other projects by this year's students include developing ways to collaborate in creating stunning CG 3D environments in short films and getting students' inputs about the functionalities and benefits of VUE and PlantFactory for business development in the future.

More information on VUE 2016 and PlantFactory 2016 is available at:
e-onsoftware.com/vue and plantfactory-tech.com.

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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How to apply dual dimensions to your drawings in sketchup layout

This sketchup video is presented by renowned woodworking professional Ron Paul. While designing plans for trailers or a remodeled or a complete house, it become very problematic to obtain the information on paper for dimension and notes.

This sketchup video will show how to organize everything in sketchup properly.

Learn how to apply dual dimension to all your drawings in sketchup layout.

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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Learn the process for designing a walking desk with sketchup

In this exclusive sketchup video, Art Mulder shows the step-by-step process for designing treadmill desk/walking desk project with sketchup.

Initially, to start the design of the walking desk that will be developed to be arranged over a trademill, the 3d model of a trade mill is downloaded from the 3d warehouse.

Double click on the component and delete the upper portion of the treadmill desk.

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Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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