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Interior 3D Modelling & Rendering - Blender 3D
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6,806 students

Interior 3D Modelling & Rendering - Blender 3D

3D Model, Animate Photorealistic 3D Interiors with Blender’s Tools & Techniques
Created byThomas McDonald
Last updated 6/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Master Blender’s 3D Modelling, Lighting & Rendering tools
  • Create ultra-realistic materials with PBR shaders
  • Render high-quality images, videos & 360° panoramas
  • Use non-destructive workflows for faster and more efficient modelling
  • Transform 2D layouts into stunning 3D interior designs
  • Achieve real-world lighting conditions for professional-grade renders
  • Use the MeasureIt add-on to ensure precision and accuracy
  • How to use the MeasureIt add-on to add dimensions to your designs

Course content

11 sections169 lectures13h 20m total length
  • Introduction3:36

    Organize Blender interior modeling projects with assets, set up a project folder, and use keyboard shortcuts and video playback controls for quick, guided learning.

  • Where to Get the Free and Open Source Software Blender & the Installation Proces4:45

    Get the Free Software Blender @ https://www.blender.org/download/

  • Saving Incrementally, Increasing Undo Steps & Navigation Settings9:36

    In this lecture we take a look at enabling a couple of useful add-ons and changing some of the interface settings

  • Enabling Add-ons5:59
  • How to Recover Blend Files after Crashes & Auto Saving Files3:40

    Learn to protect your Blender work by using recover last session, auto save, and temp folder management, adjust save frequency in preferences, and create backup copies to prevent data loss.

  • Get Your Free Blender Shortcut Key Guide1:51
  • How to Navigate the Blender Interface4:47

    In this lecture we take a look at navigation in blender

  • The Tool Shelf, Sidebar, Modes, & Changing Editor Types5:22

    In this lecture we take a look at the 3D view in blender

  • Selection Types, Quick Favourites Menu & Transform Orientations10:54

    In this lecture we continue looking at the 3D view in blender

  • Pivots, Snapping, Zoom Range and Object Visibility8:07

    In this lecture we'll continue looking at the 3d view and where you can find some of the more commonly used tools.

  • Activating Selection Types & the 3D Cursor Tool5:34

    In this lecture we Take a look at the tool shelf

  • The Annotate Tool, Dimensioning Add-on and the Interactive Cube Tool3:53

    In this lecture we continue looking at the tool shelf

  • Extrude, Bevel & Edge Loop Tool4:26

    In this lecture we continue looking at the tool shelf

  • The Knife, Bisect & Poly Build Tool3:34
  • Using the Spin Tool to Form Profiles4:08

    Master the spin tool in Blender to sweep a profile into a full 360-degree shape, using the 3D cursor as the pivot and precise center positioning for clean, scalable profiles.

  • How to Create, Split & Join Editor to Form Custom Workspaces4:06

    Learn to design and customize Blender workspaces by creating, duplicating, and arranging editors, and use split and join panels for tailored interior modelling and rendering workflows.

  • How to use Collections3:55

    In this one we'll take a look at collections in blender and how you can use them to organize the objects in your scene.

  • The Versatile Multi-Purpose 3D Cursor Tool7:01

    In this lecture in this video we will take a look at the 3d cursor and how we can manually move it in the scene, how to use it to set an object's origin, the 3d cursor tool also how to use it as an insertion point a, rotation point and to snap objects to its position

  • Snapping using Relative or Absolute and During Rotation9:18

    In this lecture we will take a look at snapping in blender. The different type of snap options and how to align one object to another object

  • Face Normals and the Face Orientation Overlay5:34

    In this lecture we take a look at face normals and the ways available to correct any shading issues.

  • The Coordinates System and Vertices, Edges & Faces3:57
  • How to Start Building your Asset Browser and Linking Blend Files10:05
  • Test your Knowledge
  • Common Issues9:30

    In this video tutorial we delve into some of the most frequent issues faced by students and users of Blender—ranging from modelling intricacies to key frame snags. By walking you through real-time examples, the lecture aims to equip you with practical solutions to these common stumbling blocks, making your Blender experience smoother and more efficient.


    Doubled-Up Vertices

    Problem: Presence of redundant vertices causing shading, texturing, and other issues.

    Example: Extruding a face but then deciding to inset, leading to overlapping vertices.

    Solution: Utilizing the 'Merge by Distance' function to eliminate extra vertices.


    Loop Cut Issues

    Problem: Loop cuts not behaving as expected.

    Example: Loop cut refuses to wrap around the mesh, usually stops at an N-gon.

    Solution: Using the Knife tool to manually cut through the N-gon.


    Things Disappear

    Problem: Work disappearing when pressing the "1" key.

    Example: Toggling collections on and off inadvertently.

    Solution: Using the 'Control' key to unhide all collections.


    Extruding a Vertex

    Problem: Difficulty extruding a single vertex.

    Example: Single vertex becoming invisible in Edge mode.

    Solution: Switching to Vertex selection mode to extrude properly.


    Limited Zoom

    Problem: Restricted zooming in User Perspective mode.

    Example: Difficulty zooming into third monkey head object.

    Solution: Switching to Orthographic mode or using Fly Mode to bypass restrictions.


    Keyframes

    Problem: Unintended object movements due to Auto-Keying.

    Example: Objects moving or disappearing when the space bar is hit.

    Solution: Checking the status of the Auto-Keying button and toggling it off if needed.


    Key Takeaways:

    Learn the importance of the 'Merge by Distance' function to eliminate doubled-up vertices.

    Gain insights into how to perform loop cuts on N-gons using the Knife tool.

    Discover the functionalities of Blender's different modes to avoid unintended actions like disappearing collections or failed extrusions.

    Grasp how to manage zoom limitations through the use of different view modes.

    Understand the implications of the Auto-Keying feature and how to manage it effectively.

  • Assets Created During the Course2:14

Requirements

  • A computer capable of running Blender (Windows, Mac, or Linux)
  • No prior 3D experience required – perfect for complete beginners

Description

Master Blender to craft professional, photorealistic 3D interior designs! Perfect for beginners or skilled designers, this in-depth course covers 3D modeling, lighting, and rendering to create stunning interior visuals.


Why Choose This Course?

Blender, a free, open-source rival to Maya & 3ds Max, empowers interior designers, architects, and 3D artists. This top-rated Udemy course offers over 12 hours of HD video tutorials, delivering hands-on, step-by-step training.


What Sets This Course Apart?

- Learn from an expert with 100,000+ students

- Beginner-friendly, no prior experience required

- Efficient workflows for professional-grade results

- Build custom assets for unique design projects

- Master precision modeling and rendering techniques

- Time-saving shortcuts and pro-level strategies


What You’ll Learn:

Navigate Blender’s full interior design workflow, including:

- Precision 2D layout plans and 3D modeling

- Non-destructive modeling with Blender Modifiers

- UV mapping and Texel Density for realistic textures

- Procedural and texture-based materials

- Particle systems for elements like carpets

- Camera setup, HD rendering, animations, and 360° VR tours


Key Tools & Add-ons Covered:

- Blender’s robust toolset (free, open-source)

- FreeStyle for stylized NPR rendering

- Archimesh for fast architectural modeling

- Dynamic Sky for realistic lighting

- Marzipano for interactive 360° VR presentations


Project Milestones:

Complete practical projects, such as:

- 2D house layout design

- 3D furniture modeling (kitchen, living room, bedroom)

- Photorealistic lighting setups

- Rendering stills, animations, and 360° VR tours


Advanced Techniques Covered:

Gain professional skills, including:

- Camera Composition: Orthographic & Perspective Views

- Advanced Modeling: Edge Loops, Extrusion, Booleans

- Precision Tools: Dimensioning, Snapping, MeasureIt Add-on

- Modifiers: Array, Bevel, Screw, Subdivision, Boolean

- Non-Destructive Editing: Smart Linking, Vertex Groups

- Rendering Optimization: Materials, Lighting, Freestyle Edges


Start mastering Blender’s interior visualization tools today. Enroll now to design breathtaking 3D spaces!

Who this course is for:

  • Architectural Designers – Create stunning photorealistic renderings
  • Aspiring 3D Artists – Master interior design visualization
  • Students & Beginners – Learn 3D modelling & rendering from scratch
  • Blender Enthusiasts – Discover new workflows & time-saving techniques
  • Interior Designers & Visualization Pros – Bring concepts to life with photorealistic interiors