LEARN SKETCHUP
Model. Visualize. Present.
SketchUp is the fastest way to explore ideas in 3D. Every tutorial below is free on YouTube — start anywhere.
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What You'll Learn
3D Massing & Form
Build massing models and explore design options quickly using SketchUp’s intuitive push-pull tools. Go from concept to 3D in minutes.
Interior Modeling
Model interior spaces, furniture, and finishes for client presentations and design development. Add materials and textures with ease.
Presentation Renders
Create compelling rendered views and export presentation-ready images. Use scenes and styles to showcase your design effectively.
SketchUp Topics
Start Here — Modelling Basics
- Creating a stair in SketchUp
- Modelling stairs with round and angled nosing
- Modelling a multi-panel door
- Window openings and framing a window as a component
- Modelling roofs with the follow me tool
- Complex roofs using follow me or sweep
Model a Full Project
- Modelling a small home — walls, floors, foundation, footings
- Creating step footings, the fast way
- Siding, corner trim and window trim at three levels of detail
- Modelling gutters and eavestrough with follow me
- Creating topography and sloping grade to the building
- Section and interior scenes, exported for Photoshop boards
ABOUT CORBIN
Architecture, Design & Teaching
Corbin Patten is an architectural designer and instructor with experience across practice and education. He teaches SketchUp as a real design tool — not just a toy for early concepts.
- Principal at Corbin Patten Designs
- Instructor at GBC & LTU
- 536K+ YouTube views
Ready to Start Modeling?
Every SketchUp tutorial is free on YouTube — massing, interiors, roofs, and presentation output.