iPad SketchUp Pro for Interior Design and Spatial Modeling Training Course

Introduction to SketchUp Pro on iPad

• An overview of SketchUp Pro and the iPad interface
• Installing the software and setting up your account
• Exploring the workspace layout and navigation gestures
• Saving and managing projects via the cloud (Trimble Connect)

Mastering Basic Drawing Tools

• Efficiently utilizing touch and Apple Pencil controls
• Drawing lines, rectangles, and circles
• Building 3D geometry with the Push/Pull tool
• Moving, scaling, and rotating objects within the model

Modeling for Interior Design

• Sketching and extruding elements like walls, shelves, and cabinetry
• Creating openings for doors and windows
• Grouping and organizing design components for better structure
• Managing complex designs using layers and tags

Applying Materials and Textures

• Selecting and customizing materials
• Applying and refining surface finishes
• Using textures to achieve realistic visual effects
• Importing custom materials and image files

Advanced Design Tools and Components

• Leveraging 3D Warehouse and importing external models
• Creating and modifying dynamic components
• Managing groups and nested elements
• Achieving precision with alignment, snapping, and measurement tools

Lighting, Views, and Presentation

• Adjusting camera angles and creating saved scenes
• Adding shadows and fine-tuning lighting settings
• Exporting high-quality images and creating presentation views
• Annotating and marking up designs directly on the iPad

Project Practice: Designing an Interior Space

• Building a complete interior model (such as a room or workspace)
• Designing custom furniture, lighting arrangements, and finishes
• Applying materials and rendering perspective views
• Conducting a final model review and sharing the design

Summary and Next Steps

• Reviewing advanced modeling techniques and tips
• Exploring recommended resources and asset libraries
• Adopting best practices for workflow efficiency and project presentation