Easy 2D Space Planning in SketchUp and LayOut

Easy 2D Space Planning in SketchUp and LayOut

by Alex SchreyerNo Comments
We don't always need to work in 3D. Space layout planning for interior design, event planning, facilities management, etc. is often easier and faster in 2D. As it turns out, we can do this quite effectively in SketchUp's 3D modeling environment or on LayOut's 2D sheets, without even creating a full 3D model. Here's an example: An annotated furniture layout, based on a DWG plan In this tutorial I show how you can easily import a plan (either an image or a CAD file), scale it, and then start laying out perfectly-sized furniture. There are different workflows in SketchUp (this works in Free or Desktop) and in LayOut (SketchUp's drawing preparation software that comes with your subscription). In this tutorial, I cover both of those workflows. Tutorial Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7D8VaoVj8A ...
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Using Infrared Thermography Images with SketchUp Models

Using Infrared Thermography Images with SketchUp Models

by Alex SchreyerNo Comments
Infrared thermal imaging (thermography) when combined with SketchUp's 3D models has great potential to interactively visualize complex building science issues like heat loss, insulation, moisture leaks, and more. Being able to view 3D models instead of just 2D images makes it possible to see effects on a building's scale. All you need (beyond your SketchUp modeling abilities) is a thermal imaging camera (e.g. the FLIR ONE which is not too expensive). In this video I show you how you can take appropriate thermography images and then apply those to your model. I actually wrote about this technique a while ago in a blog post and a conference paper. Follow the link at the bottom of this post to learn more about the technique and to see more models. There are even some sample images for download in case you want to try this yourself. My finished thermography model of the John W. Olver Design Building at UMass Amherst is available on the...
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