iPad SketchUp Pro for Interior Design and Spatial Modeling Training Course

Introduction to SketchUp Pro on iPad

• Overview of the SketchUp Pro interface and iPad integration
• Software installation and account configuration
• Familiarization with the workspace and navigation gestures
• Cloud-based project storage and management via Trimble Connect

Mastering Basic Drawing Tools

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

Interior Design Modeling Techniques

• Sketching and extruding walls, shelving, and cabinetry
• Creating openings for doors and windows
• Organizing design elements through grouping
• Managing complex designs using layers and tags

Applying Materials and Textures

• Selecting and customizing materials
• Applying and refining surface finishes
• Utilizing textures for photorealistic effects
• Importing custom materials and image assets

Advanced Design Tools and Components

• Leveraging the 3D Warehouse and importing external models
• Developing and modifying dynamic components
• Managing groups and nested elements
• Precision alignment, snapping, and measurement techniques

Lighting, Viewpoints, and Presentation

• Configuring camera angles and establishing scenes
• Incorporating shadows and fine-tuning lighting
• Exporting high-quality images and creating presentation views
• Annotating and marking up designs directly on the iPad

Project Application: Designing an Interior Space

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

Summary and Future Pathways

• Review of advanced modeling strategies
• Recommended resources and asset libraries
• Best practices for workflow optimization and project presentation