iPad SketchUp Pro for Interior Design and Spatial Modeling Training Course

Introduction to SketchUp Pro on iPad

• Overview of the SketchUp Pro environment and the iPad interface
• Installation and account configuration
• Familiarising yourself with the workspace and navigation gestures
• Cloud-based project saving and management using Trimble Connect

Getting Started with Fundamental Drawing Tools

• Utilising touch controls and the Apple Pencil effectively
• Drawing lines, rectangles, and circles
• Constructing 3D geometry via the Push/Pull tool
• Manipulating objects through moving, scaling, and rotation

Modelling Techniques for Interior Design

• Sketching and extruding elements such as walls, shelving, and cabinetry
• Forming openings for doors and windows
• Grouping and structuring design components
• Managing complex designs using layers and tags

Applying Materials and Textures

• Selecting and customising materials
• Applying and refining surface finishes
• Using textures to achieve realistic visual effects
• Importing bespoke materials and imagery

Advanced Design Tools and Components

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

Lighting, Views, and Presentation

• Establishing camera angles and defining scenes
• Incorporating shadows and refining lighting
• Exporting images and generating presentation views
• Annotating and adding markup directly on the iPad

Practical Project: Designing an Interior Space

• Constructing a complete interior model (such as a room or workspace)
• Designing custom furniture, lighting arrangements, and finishes
• Applying materials and rendering perspectives
• Final model assessment and design sharing

Summary and Next Steps

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