Construction

Use 3D construction modeling software from SketchUp to prevent rework, coordinate more effectively, and build it right the first time.

Build confidently

Use 3D construction modeling software from SketchUp to prevent
rework, coordinate more effectively, and build it right the first time.

Overview

Import/export with ease

SketchUp reads and writes a variety of CAD and 3D file formats, so it’s easy to progress your work in other modeling platforms.

Create constructible drawings

Draw plans, elevations, sections, build details… anything you need to
start the build. The best part: when your model changes, so do your
construction documents. Simple.

Less iteration, more building

Nothing beats a 3D model for visualizing complex site conditions, structural connections, and building systems.

Answer RFIs in 3D

Keep your RFIs organized in the cloud with Trimble Connect. Upload your 3D model and make comments, assign to-dos, update statuses, and keep everything in one online space.

Cloud collaboration

Publish your model to the cloud using Trimble Connect, and have stakeholders review and mark-up directly in their web browsers.

Explore your project before it’s built

Use SketchUp Viewer with a smartphone, tablet, or an AR/VR device, and walk clients through 3D
models at 1:1 scale.

Key features

Communicate Your Vision and Get Buy-in

SketchUp makes it easy to create 3D models and deliver them as colorful, accessible documents that tell the full story. Need to get project stakeholders aligned? SketchUp’s AR and VR apps make it possible to host real-time, multi-user collaboration sessions for remote attendees.

Visualize Quickly

SketchUp is 3D building design software that behaves more like a pencil than a piece of complicated CAD. SketchUp gets out of your way so you can draw whatever you can imagine, efficiently.

Create Construction Documents

Don’t waste time redrawing plans. Take a single 3D model and turn it into a 2D drawing in a flash with LayOut.

Get Good Fast

Everyone on your team – from contactors to engineers – can learn SkecthUp. If you want to be productive in no time, you’ve come to the right place

Best practices
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Top recommendations from TOP EXPERTS

SketchUp is my “Swiss army knife” for Design. In our studio, we use it every day. It simplifies the work-flow in many ways. We use it for plot & survey, design ideas, concept sketches, mock-ups, etc. I’m using a licensed product because I really respect the work of the SketchUp team, besides – you have great customer support.

Ivan BorovInterior Designer – 3Dea Design Studio

Design has many faces. To see them all you have to master many skills and programs. Hopefully, there is software like SketchUp and V-Ray that can easily assist you on a daily basis and maintain your highest professional level. I recommend them to all designers, architects and visual artists – no matter what stage of the path they currently are.

Kalin BlagovArchitect – Creative Industries Academy

In our practice, we use SketchUp on daily basis. It allows us to execute our ideas with great quality and speed. Thanks to Lay Out we create documentation, based directly on the 3D model. Furthermore, V-Ray for SketchUp is an amazing addition when we need photorealistic renderings.

Stoyan NachevLandscape Architect – Viridis Landscape Architects

Simple, efficient, powerful and with no quality compromises. SketchUp is the ultimate creative machine. It gives you the opportunity not only to be as precise as you need to be in your architecture work, but also can help you unleash your creativity. I believe there is no faster and funnier way to visualize ANYTHING.

Teodor RachevInterior Designer – Creative Industries Academy