Building in Sketchup
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 16:34 — Tom KanekoMy recent project to build a single storey house extension has pushed me to try something new. I am virtually building the house, with insulation, studs and all using a popular 3D modelling program called Sketchup, by Google. I use it in conjunction with an application called LayOut, which helps you lay out the Sketchup views on a 2D print format.
Modelling takes longer than drawing sections and elevations for sure, but there are distinct advantages:
Sketchup Resources
Sun, 12/28/2008 - 19:24 — Tom KanekoSketchup is a great application. One of the great things about it is the ability to share bits and pieces with a whole community of users. I have a list of things SketchUp and LayOut users might find useful. All released under a Creative Commons License (free to share). If you would like me to add your work, feel free to email it to me, and I will add them to this list. Scrapbook: TK - Standard Scrapbook - Has standard architectural symbols that I use frequently. contents:
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