Books

3D printing is an amazing technology and printing hardware is easier to own than ever before. While there are many other resources that cover the general process of 3D printing, this book is the ultimate guide to creating models for 3D printing from SketchUp.

After a SketchUp refresher, this user-friendly handbook covers component-based modeling for assembly, scheduling, collaborative design, and modeling with a BIM approach. It demonstrates the use of plugins for 3D modeling, fabrication, data integration, and analysis (energy efficiency, etc.), as well as rendering in SketchUp, enhancing with Photoshop, and combining with hand-drawn content. It also offers easy tutorials for creating complex geometry using Ruby coding. Includes end-of-chapter exercises, access to a robust companion website containing videos, sample files, and plugins.

Construction Documents Using SketchUp Pro Updated (2024) is a detailed step-by-step guide to building a house model from scratch and creating finished construction documents. This super easy-to-follow course contains tips and tricks to export fully finished Plan/Sections/Elevations and Details. Each page explains in detail the steps to complete a task. This course was designed with busy architects and constructors in mind. It was formulated from years of experience using SketchUp in practise and also from teaching professionals from many different backgrounds.

You will learn how to drag and drop cabinets that are different sizes, selecting the door style and finishes, and how to create new components in blink of an eye. You will also learn other topics as how to create your own parametric components capable to change size, material and dimensions or create a fast design using pictures or images. If you wonder how you can choose certain items a cabinets company offers, and how will you get the detail of the door style and color to be what you want, you will find those answers in this book. Tiles, backsplashes, countertops and a quick exploration adding lighting effects to designs with freeware and shareware alternatives will complete your knowledge to succeed in your daily professional life.

Das weiterführende Buch mit Beschreibungen und Workshops zu den besonderen Werkzeugen und Funktionen von SketchUp Pro Teil 1: LayOut - Plangestaltung und Präsentation | Teil 2: Style Builder - Eigene Stile gestalten und erstellen | Teil 3: Google Earth, Street View und mehr SketchUp im Zusammenspiel mit diversen Internet-Diensten zur Modell-Präsentation | Teil 4: Dynamische Komponenten Broschiert: 134 Seiten Eigenverlag: 5. aktualisierte Auflage Februar 2016 ISBN 978-3-00-048512-1 Sprache: Deutsch Größe: 21 x 14,8 cm

Grundlagen-Buch zu SketchUp mit Workshops zum Selbststudium und vielen Tipps und Tricks auf 444 Seiten in der 5. überarbeiteten, deutschen Auflage Das SketchUp-Buch gliedert sich in drei Teile: Teil 1 - Grundlagen und Befehle | Teil 2 - Basisworkshop mit einem durchgängigen Beispiel zum Selbststudium | Teil 3 - Zusatzworkshops für Fortgeschrittene Zahlreiche Tipps, Hinweise und spezielle Zusatzworkshops runden das Buch ab. Auch fortgeschrittene Anwender entdecken immer wieder neue Ideen für die tägliche Arbeit.

Broschiert: 444 Seiten Eigenverlag: 5. überarbeitete Auflage, April 2016 ISBN 978-3-00-052172-0 Sprache: Deutsch Größe: 21 x 14,8 cm

This book contains step-by-step projects that show how to design and print dozens of different models you can then create in any 3D printer. The fun design projects demonstrate tools, techniques, and essential plugins that every 3D print modeler needs to know about. Start with a basic name plate, add some fun puzzles and tiles, finish with complex models like Lego bunk beds and DNA.

This textbook contains step-by-step projects that show how to create stunning interior spaces in SketchUp. Starting with modeling an empty room, you'll learn how to find and modify furniture models, model furniture and accessories from scratch, work with colors and materials, present comparative design options, model cabinetry and kitchens, and create labeled and dimensioned working drawings.

This new edition of "Woodworker's Guide to SketchUp" is a digital publication in enhanced PDF format includes all new images and embedded video content. The text has been revised and expanded with streamlined techniques and new content on building models from photos, using the Solid Tools in SketchUp Pro, and plug-ins from the Extension Warehouse.

Remodeling with SketchUp; Measure and Draw Your Existing Space, is the first installment of a series of eBooks designed to get you up and running with the design of your next project using SketchUp, the world's most popular 3D Computer Modeling software. SketchUp is easy to learn, easy to use, and most of all, it's FUN! This interactive eBook includes full color illustrations, how-to videos, and sample SketchUp files to ensure an engaging, informational, and interactive learning experience. This eBook takes you through the essential first steps of your remodeling project: the process of taking accurate measurements, and creating a detailed 3D model of your existing space. Whether you are a professional designer, or a homeowner; new to SketchUp, or have already begun to use it on projects, you are sure to enjoy this book and learn tons of time-saving techniques along the way!

Instructions for creating 3D photoreal graphics for SketchUp models using integrated rendering programs. Universal method for models including architecture, interiors, and site design models, handling textures and materials, component details, exterior and simulated lighting, render settings, and Photoshop post-processing.

Die Darstellung fertiger Modelle hat in SketchUp immer einen gezeichneten, skizzenhaften Charakter. Um ein SketchUp-Modell hochwertiger bis hin zu fotorealistisch darzustellen und mit Lichtquellen auszuleuchten, muss man auf ein Zusatzprogramm zurückgreifen, wie es Render[in] ist. Das deutschsprachige Handbuch mit Beschreibungen zum Rendering, zu allen Einstellungen und Anleitungen für das Arbeiten mit Leuchten und Lichtquellen

SketchUp is a fantastic design tool for woodworkers. It can save you time, materials and money by letting you test your designs before you even make your first cut. But, as with any computer software, there is a learning curve. This comprehensive guide provides you with the specific advice that you need in order to use the program effectively. Created from a woodworkers perspective, SketchUp: A Design Guide for Woodworkers helps you create beautiful furniture designs and reduces chances of costly construction errors.

SketchUp non ha bisogno di presentazioni: è uno dei più famosi e utilizzati software di modellazione tridimensionale, può vantare centinaia di migliaia di utenti in tutto il mondo. Grazie al suo sistema di lavoro molto intuitivo è facile da apprendere sia per i professionisti sia per gli studenti; dopo poco tempo si possono produrre modelli di edifici molto dettagliati e rendering di livello professionale. Molti però non vanno oltre le basi del suo utilizzo, di conseguenza una parte della modellazione avanzata (o rendering fotorealistico di buona qualità) viene affrontata con altri software, spesso con risultati mediocri.

Whether you've dabbled in drawing in 3D or are interested in learning the basics of design, SketchUp For Dummies makes it fast and easy to learn the ropes of a powerful, user-friendly tool to bring your design ideas to life. From creating a basic 3D model to showing off your work via 3D print or animation, this all-access guide pulls back the curtain on using SketchUp to do anything from redesigning your house to mocking up the next great invention.

A practical introduction for interior designers and students. Covers the basics of creating 3D models before showing how to create space plans, model furniture, cabinetry, and accessories, experiment with colors and materials, incorporate manufacturers' models into project plans, and create final presentations and animated walk-throughs for clients. Includes downloadable sample models and a tutorial video, sample questions and activities for instructors and additional online resources for students and self-learners.

"SketchUp For Kitchen Design" is published in enhanced PDF format with 49 video lessons embedded in the 195 pages of text. It is designed to teach the basics of 3D modeling by working through a typical kitchen project. After making a model of the room readers learn how to create models of cabinets, counters and appliances and how to make use of the resources in the SketchUp 3D Warehouse. Later chapters discuss rendering a complete model, generating images and standard drawings and the use of LayOut with SketchUp Pro.

Describes best practices for creating LayOut documents from SketchUp models. Matt shows his 5-point method for preparing models for layout, and goes on to showcase real-world examples and advanced techniques.

From preliminary schematics to construction documentation and everything in between, the book sketches out a workflow that is flexible enough to use from start to finish. You'll discover helpful techniques, smart tips, and best practices that will make your design process easier, as well as helping you easily export your models into BIM programs. Includes in-depth coverage of LayOut and video tutorials on more advanced methods.

Anyone who's worked with it will know that SketchUp is the quickest and easiest way to create 3D models. While its approachable interface makes it super easy to learn, this book will show you how the extremely capable SketchUp software can take you far beyond what you may have initially thought possible. Get ready to level up from a basic user to becoming a SketchUp ninja!