iPad SketchUp Pro for Interior Design and Spatial Modeling Training Course

Introduction to SketchUp Pro on iPad

• Overview of SketchUp Pro and the iPad interface
• Installation processes and account configuration
• Navigating the workspace using intuitive gesture controls
• Saving and managing projects via the cloud (Trimble Connect)

Getting Started with Core Drawing Tools

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

Interior Design Modeling

• Sketching and extruding walls, shelves, and cabinetry
• Creating openings for doors and windows
• Grouping and organizing design elements for efficiency
• Managing complex designs using layers and tags

Applying Materials and Textures

• Selecting and customizing materials
• Applying and refining surface finishes
• Utilizing textures to achieve realistic visual effects
• Importing custom materials and image assets

Advanced Design Tools and Components

• Leveraging 3D Warehouse and importing external models
• Creating and editing dynamic components
• Working with groups and nested elements
• Precise alignment, snapping, and measurement techniques

Lighting, Views, and Presentation

• Setting camera angles and defining scenes
• Adding shadows and adjusting lighting settings
• Exporting images and crafting presentation-ready views
• Directly annotating and marking up designs on the iPad

Project Practice: Designing an Interior Space

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

Summary and Next Steps

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