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Unlocking the Power of SketchUp Studio: Practical Features and Real-World Applications

Posted on March 4, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

📅 Date: 7 March 7 2025⏰ Time: 2:00 PM (GMT) Join the SketchUp team for a 1-hour webinar exploring V-Ray,

SketchUp 2025 Release: Better Visuals, IFC improvements and more!

Posted on March 3, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

SketchUp 2025 is here with a strong focus on visualisation and improved workflow efficiency. This update introduces photorealistic materials, better

SketchUp for Beginners: Getting To Know SketchUp Tools

Posted on February 25, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

If you’re new to SketchUp or want to sharpen your skills, this two-part YouTube series, “Getting to Know SketchUp Tools,”

Importing Revit Files into SketchUp

Posted on February 24, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Did you know that SketchUp Studio comes bundled with a Revit Importer? Using Revit with SketchUp Studio can improve design

Using V-Ray with SketchUp

Posted on July 24, 2020April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Check out the video below to see how to download, install and use V-Ray for SketchUp!

15% OFF New SketchUp Subscriptions

Posted on April 30, 2020April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

From now until the 8th of May, new users get 15% off RRP on the SketchUp annual subscription! If you

SketchUp Pro – New Skills and More

Posted on January 16, 2019April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Skill Builder – Animating a Section Slice If you’re looking to add some intrigue to your presentations, try section slicing. Learn how

25% OFF Summer Deal – Shaderlight for SketchUp

Posted on July 19, 2018April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Shaderlight is an interactive and intuitive 3D rendering plug-in for SketchUp that enables anyone to transform a SketchUp model into a photorealistic render.

Vectorworks Case Study: BPR Architects

Posted on June 29, 2018April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Working in BIM enables bpr architects to create world class buildings for Middlesex University View the original case study by

Orbit Anywhere for Free with SketchUp Viewer for Mobile

Posted on June 27, 2018April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

SketchUp Viewer for smartphones and tablets is now free to use. Explore and communicate in 3D with everyone, everywhere. SketchUp