#SKETCHUP LANDSCAPE DESIGN TUTORIAL HOW TO#

To producing accurate perspective underlays for developing hand renderings. The output from your SketchUp computer models may be rendered in many different ways from straight computer printouts using Styles, to raster images for retouching with photo editing software, to vector polygon graphics reworked with illustration software, Successful integration of modeling software within a design-related practice hinges on how well the computer information can be used, not only inside the computer (to other software packages), but also outside the computer to communicate to clients and review agencies. Use of computer software has enabled quicker (and sometimes more accurate) study models to be generated Traditional methods for exploring these issues are very labor intensive. The interplay of light, color, space and form make exciting spaces function successfully. Visualizing and communicating spaces in three dimensions is critical to the success of the design of architectural spaces. If you are unfamiliar with SketchUp Pro and/or Layout check out the YouTube video to see what’s possible.

#SKETCHUP LANDSCAPE DESIGN TUTORIAL HOW TO#

You will learn how to create faceme components for reduced polygon counts, using the Sandbox tool to create terrain, efficiently using AutoCAD files and the advanced feature of importing and exporting your project to Google Earth. Modeling plants and terrain in SketchUp is simple enough but SketchUp is a surface modeler which means that when you use plants and terrain and if done incorrectly, your model can quickly become unmanageable.

Landscape design typically deals with plants and terrain. SketchUp is a great building design tool and with an understanding of few simple tools within SketchUp, it is also a great landscape design tool as well.

Sketchup landscape design tutorial