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There are 2 modules in this course
Learners will be able to plan, model, detail, and render a complete 3D urban duplex floor plan using SketchUp and V-Ray. By the end of this course, learners will develop the skills to translate 2D architectural plans into accurate 3D structures, apply professional exterior detailing, and produce photorealistic visualizations suitable for real-world architectural presentation.
This hands-on case study guides learners through an end-to-end architectural workflow, starting with project understanding and 2D plan preparation, and progressing through structural modeling, elevation design, window placement, and exterior refinements. Unlike tool-based tutorials, this course emphasizes decision-making, accuracy, and architectural logic within a single cohesive duplex project. Learners gain practical experience working with real dimensions, functional layouts, and consistent façade design.
The course concludes with advanced material application and lighting using V-Ray, enabling learners to create high-quality exterior renders. Ideal for aspiring architects, interior designers, and SketchUp users, this course helps bridge the gap between basic modeling skills and professional architectural visualization through a realistic urban duplex case study.
This module introduces learners to the complete workflow of developing a 3D urban duplex floor plan in SketchUp, beginning with project understanding and accurate 2D planning, and progressing through structural modeling, interior layout definition, and elevation design to establish a strong and precise architectural foundation.
What's included
8 videos4 assignments
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8 videos•Total 86 minutes
Introduction to Project•10 minutes
Preparing for 2D Plan•13 minutes
Preparing for 2D Plan Continue•12 minutes
Creating Walls, Staircase, and Initial Structural Elements•10 minutes
Defining Room Layouts and Interior Wall Adjustments•7 minutes
Adding Doors, Openings, and Interior Components•10 minutes
Designing Windows and Refining Elevation Details•12 minutes
Window Placement, Spacing, and Design Consistency•11 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Project Overview and 2D Planning Foundations•10 minutes
Building the Structural Framework•10 minutes
Elevation and Window Design•10 minutes
Graded - From Concept to Core 3D Structure•30 minutes
Exterior Detailing and Photorealistic Rendering
Module 2•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module focuses on enhancing the duplex model through exterior geometric refinements, material and pattern application, and photorealistic visualization using V-Ray, enabling learners to produce polished, professional-quality architectural renders.
What's included
8 videos4 assignments
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8 videos•Total 87 minutes
Applying Offsets, Alignment, and Geometric Refinements•11 minutes
Final Exterior Elements and Curtain Wall Integration•8 minutes
Exterior Pattern Applying on 3D•13 minutes
Exterior Pattern Applying on 3D Continue•13 minutes
Applying and Managing V-Ray Material Patterns•11 minutes
Adjusting Pattern Scale, Position, and Furniture Materials•11 minutes
Lighting Setup with Dome Light and Wall Materials•12 minutes
Saving, Reusing, and Finalizing V-Ray Material Settings•7 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Exterior Geometry and Finishing Elements•10 minutes
Applying Exterior Materials and Patterns•10 minutes
V-Ray Materials, Lighting, and Final Output•10 minutes
Graded - Exterior Detailing and Photorealistic Rendering•30 minutes
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