iPad SketchUp Pro for Interior Design and Spatial Modeling Training Course

Introduction to SketchUp Pro on iPad

• Overview of the SketchUp Pro platform and iPad interface
• Installation procedures and account configuration
• Understanding the workspace layout and navigation gestures
• Saving and managing projects via the cloud (Trimble Connect)

Getting Started with Fundamental Drawing Tools

• Effective use of touch controls and Apple Pencil
• Drawing lines, rectangles, and circles
• Generating 3D geometry using the Push/Pull tool
• Moving, scaling, and rotating objects

Modelling for Interior Design

• Sketching and extruding walls, shelving units, and cabinetry
• Creating openings for doors and windows
• Grouping and organizing design components
• Utilizing layers and tags to manage complex designs

Applying Materials and Textures

• Selection and customization of materials
• Application and editing of surface finishes
• Utilizing textures to create realistic visual effects
• Importing custom materials and image assets

Advanced Design Tools and Components

• Accessing 3D Warehouse and importing external models
• Creating and editing dynamic components
• Working with groups and nested elements
• Precise aligning, snapping, and measuring techniques

Lighting, Views, and Presentation

• Setting camera angles and creating distinct scenes
• Adding shadows and adjusting lighting conditions
• Exporting images and generating presentation views
• Annotating and marking up designs directly on the iPad

Project Practice: Designing an Interior Space

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

Summary and Next Steps

• Review of advanced modelling tips
• Recommended resources and asset libraries
• Best practices for workflow efficiency and project presentation