Sketchup for Architects - Mastering Roofs
What you'll learn
- How to create architectural Hip, Gable and Flat roofs in SketchUp
- How to use the SketchUp Plug-In - Vali Architects Insta Roofs
- How to create roofs using the follow me tool
- How to create different roof pitches
Requirements
- Sketchup Make or Sketchup Pro
Description
Do you want to learn how to build a roof in sketchup in just a few minutes? In my career I have drawn thousands of roofs in sketchup. After years of modeling I've learned a quick and easy way of creating roofs without over complicating the process. In this course you will learn my techniques of creating groups and roof profiles that have allowed me to create simple to complex roofs in just a few minutes. We will go through my workflow and thought process as we create hip roofs, gable roofs, tile roofs, metal roofs and details such as gutters, downspouts, cornices. We will also go over a very useful plugin call "instant roof" that allows you to create roofs even faster! After taking this course you will be able to create a great looking roof in your sketchup model in just a matter of minutes.
Topics covered in this course:
Creating Hip Roofs using diverse methods
Separating roof elements by creating groups
How to Create a rafter tail
How to create roofs that are offset from one another
How to create a gable end roof
How to add downspouts and gutters to your roof fascia
How to create realistic looking tile roofs using the SketchUp Plugin - Vali Architects Insta roof
How to create a metal roof
How to create roof dormers
As your instructor I will be available to answer any questions you may have along the way, simply send me a message and I will answer as soon as possible. Are you ready to master roof modeling in SketchUP? Lets get started today!
Who this course is for:
- Anyone wanting to learn how to model and create roofs in Sketchup.
Instructor
I have 20 years experience working and studying in the architectural field, I have designed dog houses to multi-million dollar homes and commercial buildings. The last 5 years I have focused primarily on 3D modeling. My 3D models are used for design development, marketing, Investor presentations and submittals for plan approval. I have built over 1,000 3D models and I have found SketchUp to be the best tool for the job. I decided to create this course to share some of the methods that I have used and continue to use to quickly model my projects. I look forward to working and hearing back from students who take this course.