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BIM & Modelling

SketchUp

The fastest way to get a design idea into 3D

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Pull-push 3D modelling that anyone can learn in a day. Used across the industry for early concept massing, client presentations, and site studies. Massive 3D Warehouse library of ready-made components. Works seamlessly with major rendering plugins.

Strengths

  • Extremely fast to learn and use
  • Huge free 3D Warehouse component library
  • Works well with Enscape, V-Ray, Lumion
  • Free web version available
  • Can be used with clients in real time

Limitations

  • Not BIM: no schedules, parametric data, or coordination
  • Gets slow with large complex models
  • Subscription pricing has increased significantly
  • Easy to create problematic geometry downstream
Studio Size Any — used by solo practitioners up to large firms for early design
Studio Type Almost universal as a concept and presentation tool across all studio types
Project Types Concept design, client presentations, planning applications, interior layouts
Pricing Web (free). Go from $119/year. Pro from $349/year. Studio from $749/year.

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