Archive for September 2011

SketchUp is a useful program as it is, able to be used to visualize any project. However, the ability to expand SketchUp with Ruby script plugins will increase the power of the program and allow you to produce professional renderings in less time and create more accurate models.

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Tags: Basic Sketchup, Plugins, Ruby Scripts

In this tutorial you will learn how to “Drape” the bottom “Street Layout” with the Topography Mesh above and learn how to successfully “Paint” the new Contour Mesh with grass and pavement.

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In a professional architecture scenario, many times a civil engineer will submit site drawings that will contain accurate site contour information. Wouldn’t it be helpful to be able to use these pre-made topography maps for your site work within your SketchUP model?

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Tags: Contours, Intermediate Sketchup, SketchUp Tutorials, Topography