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Shaping Narrative & Experience in SketchUp – Tola Ojuolape’s Design Workshop

Posted on May 26, 2025May 6, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

How can interior design tell a story? In the latest instalment of Dezeen and SketchUp’s Design Workshops, Tola Ojuolape shares

LayOut 2025 – Better Tools and Easier Workflows

Posted on May 19, 2025May 6, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

SketchUp 2025 launched earlier in 2025 with a whole bunch of new features. The area with the biggest updates has

SketchUp for Graduates: 30% Off Until 2 October

Posted on May 19, 2025May 12, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Graduating soon? Recently finished your course? If you’ve used a SketchUp student licence in the past two years, you can

SketchUp Design Sprint Challenge 2025: Small Spaces, Big Futures

Posted on May 12, 2025May 6, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Calling all SketchUp designers! It’s SketchUp’s 25th anniversary, and to celebrate, they are inviting designers to imagine what the world

Webinar: How SketchUp Supports Smarter Construction Workflows

Posted on May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Date: 15th May 2025Time: 10:00 AM BST Construction is fast-moving and often complex. SketchUp helps make things simpler — from design to

SketchUp 2025.0.2 Update: Key Fixes and Improvements

Posted on May 5, 2025April 28, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

New bug fixes! SketchUp released version 2025.0.2 for both Windows and Mac users. This update brings several helpful fixes across

Building a Portfolio with SketchUp Student Licences

Posted on April 28, 2025May 6, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

For architecture and design students, a strong portfolio is essential. It’s more than just a collection of work—it’s a chance

Understanding SketchUp’s Scan Essentials: A Tool for Architects

Posted on April 21, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Architects working with complex designs or existing structures often need precise measurements and detailed site information. SketchUp’s Scan Essentials helps

Improve Your V-Ray Renders with These Techniques

Posted on April 7, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

Looking to enhance your V-Ray renders? CAD Software Direct shares two effective techniques that can improve depth, realism, and atmosphere

Bella Render: Fast Spectral Rendering for SketchUp (& It’s A Perpetual Licence!)

Posted on March 31, 2025April 17, 2025 by CAD Software Direct

When it comes to rendering in SketchUp, designers and architects need a tool that balances ease of use with photorealistic