FaceDirector – The newest sketchup extension in extension warehouse

FaceDirector is the newest sketchup extension that is compatible with sketchup 2016. This sketchup extension is developed by the renowned plugin developer Rafael Rivera.

It is used to resolve face orientation issue with a single mouse click.

FaceDirector is very effective when the sketchup models contain numerous reverse faces and the default reverse tool is not functioning.

With face director, it is possible to retain all your sketchup models clean by reversing back faces as per the view of camera.

The plugin can also save your huge time as you don’t have to perform time consuming work of right clicking every face manually to reverse it.

Download the plugin, from extension warehouse extensions.sketchup.com

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Published By

Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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How sketchup & sefaira was utilized to finish a eco-friendly modular home within four months

Stuart Duncan of builddifferent.co.uk, had developed an environment-friendly, volumetric, modular single storied home having four bedroom in just four months. This type of home is called Schoolmasters.

Stuart Duncan applied Sketchup, the popular 3d modeling program, for creating the design of the home through a model based approach. All the plans and construction drawings were generated from inside Sketchup through Google maps geo location. Stuart Duncan again applied Sefaira Architecture, the leading realtime analysis software, to fine-tune the design. Prior to send all the files for digital fabrication, 3D printing technology was utilized to prototype building components.

Stuart and a small team of subcontractors built the 195 sq metre house in a 7,500 sq ft warehouse space, leased from the local council for four months. The modules consist of all plumbing, electrical, mechanical ventilation heat recovery, triple glazed windows, kitchen and bathrooms.

After completion of all the construction processes, the building was shipped on four trucks to 600 miles north to Aberdeen, Scotland.

Watch the following exclusive time-lapse video of total construction project.

Image Courtesy: gizmag.com

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Published By

Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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Some live footage of the leading industry experts on 3D Printing Technology

CraveOnline presents a useful video that highlights some splendid footage of the leading industry experts who share their views on the diverse applications of 3d printing technology.

With the advancement of 3d printing technology, the 3d modeling professionals can easily access digital printing blueprints, increase their return of invest and use it in various fields.

This live demonstration offers deeper insight into 3d printing technology as well as its present & future applications.

3D printing can provide immense benefits to the following fields:-

• Computer Science
• Medical prosthetics
• Consumer Electronics
• Fitness
• Home decor
• Home living
• Toys
• Bioprinting

You can watch the video on this link sketchup4architect

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Published By

Rajib Dey

www.sketchup4architect.com

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