SketchUp for Interior Design

Learn SketchUp in a fun and supportive community with our self-paced online course

 
JOIN THE COURSE

Go from Beginner to SketchUp expert in as little as a few days!

Over 6 modules you will be provided with step-by-step, practical lessons, delivered via videos and downloadable PDF worksheets. During the course you will learn:

But that's not all you get...

I am all about creating serious value for you within this course. In addition to the core content you will also get:

  • Access to our private Facebook group where you will be able to interact with other course members, seek advice on your designs and get your specific questions answered.
  • Lifetime access to the course - so you can learn at your own pace and come back any time you wish to refresh your skills. Plus you get FREE upgrades to all future versions of the course that we make (i.e. as features of the software change over time). 
  • Bonus content and surprises (but I'm not telling you about those otherwise they wouldn't be surprises, would they??! 😋😉). 
JOIN THE COURSE

PLUS WHEN YOU SIGN UP YOU GET IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO THESE BONUSES...

In addition to all the modules, bonus training and support you will also get immediate access to these great bonuses to fast track your progress. Valued at nearly $350.

Agi

Kate

Tarryn

 
 
 

Mel

Cas

Adele

 
 
 

Courtney

Claire

Lauren

 
 
 

Pricing Options

ONE TIME PAYMENT

$597

USD

What's Included:

  • SAVE $78 by paying in full
  • 6 modules of course content delivered via our online learning platform
  • Access to the private student Facebook group where you can get answers to your specific questions as you learn
  • Lifetime access to the course - it is completely self paced and you can take it at a pace that suits you and your lifestyle. 
  • Bonus trainings and other fun surprises!!  

Plus these BONUSES valued at nearly $350: 

  • BONUS 1: $100 off SketchUp to Layout (the intermediate course)
  • BONUS 2: Renovation Template Bundle Value: $99
  • BONUS 3: Free access to The Productive Week Planning System (short course). Value: $147
JOIN NOW!

3 PAYMENTS OF

$225

USD

You get everything in the full payment option. You just pay for the course over 3 monthly payments of $225 each. 

JOIN ON THE PAYMENT PLAN

PREFER TO PAY IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS?

CLICK HERE

Hi, I'm Clare!

I'm an interior designer, educator and Mum of 3 boys. 

My projects have been featured in many of Australia's top interior publications and I have received a number of awards for my designs.

SketchUp is the one piece of software that I use every single day in my design business to create drawings that can be used to guide client renovations. My clients love how their designs are presented in 3D so they can clearly see how their homes will look once their renovation has taken place. Plus I've had builders tell me that my drawings are some of the most detailed and helpful that they've every worked from (critical for avoiding mistakes during a build!).

Over the years of using SketchUp I've learned so much about how to create and present my drawings, but I had to do this the hard way - by trial and error. 

I created this course because I wish it had been around when I had first started my business. It would have saved my hundreds of hours of searching YouTube videos and making lots of mistakes, rather than doing the fun stuff (creating awesome designs!). 

This course has been made to help you; - the home renovator, designer/decorator or design enthusiast - learn SketchUp quickly and correctly so you can get up and running with it as fast as possible.

But this isn't a boring online course - we have lots of fun along the way via surprise bonuses and content and within our private FB group. 

Stop trying to figure it out on your own!

I can't wait to meet you on the inside of the course! 

Clare x

Want more detail on what you will learn, module by module??

Click each module for a detailed breakdown of the content. You will be designing your dream home in no time :)

In Module 1 you will learn the basics of SketchUp including:

  • Downloading and choosing a template
  • How to navigate the basic interface
  • The toolbar and how to customise
  • The Axis and what that's all about!
  • the basics of 2D geometry in SketchUp
  • The basics of 3D geometry in SketchUp
  • Moving from 2D to 3D
  • The most commonly used tools and how to use them
  • The 3D Warehouse

In Module 2 you will learn all about model organisation and how to create a basic 2D floor plan. Module 2 content includes:

  • using basic navigation tools within SketchUp
  • Creating scenes
  • How to create a 2D floor plan - either from measuring your room and drawing this up or by important plans you might have from when you bought, your architect or designer.
  • Scaling designs and adding dimensions
  • Working with multi level houses 

In Module 3 we look at how to space plan your 2D floor plan design. This will include:

  • using 2D furniture to furnish your home
  • Moving and scaling 2D elements
  • Designing a kitchen layout in 2D for space planning
  • Designing a bathroom layout in 2D
  • Using styles in your model
  • Adding dimensions
  • Exporting the floor plan in PDF for use by your trades. 

In Module 4 we move from 2D to 3D design. You will learn:

  • how to pull up your walls
  • how to create doors, windows and other openings (in the exact place they are meant to be!)
  • how to add skirting and architraves to your models
  • how to start bringing your model to life with basic textures
  • how to create a ceiling

Module 5 is all about kitchens and joinery! You will learn all about how to model a kitchen using one of my own kitchen designs. 

You will also learn how to create different door profiles in your kitchen (e.g. shaker, v-groove or flat panel) and will add in appliances, fixtures, tiling, custom handles and more! 

By the end of the module you will be able to model your own, fully custom, kitchen!

In Module 6 we wrap things up with a busy module of interior fun stuff! We look at:

  • bathroom design - including adding tiling, fixtures, fittings and shower screens. 
  • You will learn how to change the colour of fixtures to create a custom look (e.g. if you love aged brass tap ware!). You will also learn how to place your fittings in the correct heights and locations in your bathroom. 
  • During the module you will also learn how to design other joinery within your home - e.g. wardrobes, laundry, pantry and more. 
  • And finally - one of the most fun parts of all - you will learn how to style your home using furniture, art, accessories and paint/textures. 

When people join my courses I want them to learn heaps but I also want them to have FUN while they are learning. So I'm not going to reveal all the bonus training and surprises I have in store for you now. That would ruin the surprise!

But let's just say (wink, wink) that you may get bonus trainings that will teach you about how to design basic outdoor spaces, how to add lights and...well I've said too much you'll just have to wait and see the rest inside the course! :) 

  • Access to our private Facebook group where you will be able to interact with other course members
  • Advice on your designs and issues via 1:1 email support (if required, most students don't need it!)
  • Lifetime access to the course - so you can learn at your own pace and come back any time you wish to refresh your skills. 

This course is for you if:

  • You are a designer, decorator or stylist and want to create professional looking designs and presentations for your clients
  • You love decorating and interior design and want to learn how to design custom models that you can use with builders, trades, clients or even just to show your family! :) 
  • You are a home renovator or remodeller and want to save money on design fees by creating the designs yourself. 
  • You have some time to put towards the course content and weekly activities (a few hours a week). 
  • You don't have time to piece together your SketchUp training by watching YouTube videos. You want someone to clearly show you the way to great designs. 
  • You are excited to learn something new!

This course is NOT for you if:

  • You want one on one training. Although you will get support via our live Q&A sessions, on the whole this is a self-directed learning course. 
  • You have no time to put towards the course work or weekly activities that we set for you to complete. 
  • You are not interested in design. 
  • You don't like having fun :) 
Join the course

Frequently Asked Questions

If you've still got questions, here are the answers!

This course is for anyone around the world who would like to learn SketchUp online! We have students join us from not only Australia but also from the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Europe - among other countries as well! We are a very international course and welcome anyone who wants to learn SketchUp in a fun and engaging way!

Yes, I'm Australian and the course is priced in USD.

This does confuse some people so let me explain. 

We have students from all around the world taking the course and USD suits most people. 

The course is delivered entirely online. Once the course starts you will be provided with a login to our learning platform where you will be provided with the video trainings and downloadable PDF worksheets. 

Mostly 1:1 support is not required during the course but if you do need help with something as you move through we have dedicated email support for this purpose (but most people don't need it).

The course can be taken at the pace that works for you. Each module that you complete will unlock the next module. So if you have time and want to complete the course over a few days, then you can do that! But if you prefer to take your time and complete it over a number of weeks or months, then that is totally fine as well. As you move through the course you will also unlock other bonus trainings and surprises! So keep an eye out for those along the way. :) 

Yes!!!!!! We have had nearly 3000 students go through this course and about 50% of them have been home renovators or design enthusiasts with no training or experience in design. 

Here's some of the other support you get if you're worried about lacking design knowledge or skill:

  • I talk about different aspects of design as I move through the lessons, so you will pick up ideas along the way
  • One of the bonuses is the heights, measurements and space planning cheat sheet - which will give you advice on different sorts of measurements you might want to know as you go about modelling your home
  • support whenever you need it - if you have a question as you move through the course then you can ask questions in the FB group or submit them to be answered via our dedicate email support. 

If you're enthusiastic to learn you will definitely get results with this course. 

Don't worry! SketchUp is very user friendly and is easy to learn once you understand the basics.

If you've got average computer skills (i.e. can use other computer programs, work with a mouse, download files) and you are keen to learn, you will be able to learn SketchUp with this course. 

The videos are extremely easy to follow with step by step instructions for you to 'follow along' and practice creating the same designs you see me model. In each module you will be given tasks to practice so your skills improve. By the end of the course you will be able to model kitchens, bathrooms, joinery (millwork) and more! 

But it will take work and persistence on your part as well, you will need to allocate time to practice and improve your skills. 

A basic level of computer skills and assumed knowledge is required to undertake the course. This includes being able to: 

- Download and save files and images onto your device

-  Unzip files

- Locate downloaded files on your device

- Use a mouse with a scroll wheel

There are both free and paid (pro) versions of SketchUp and although you will be able to get started on the course using the free version, if you get more serious about using SketchUp I will be quickly recommending you move on to SketchUp Pro (there is an annual subscription fee for this). I will go through the pros and cons of each version when we first start the course so you can work out what you think will be best for you.

The course itself is recorded using SketchUp Pro, which has a different interface to the free version. I will go through the two different interfaces but ultimately SketchUp Pro is a much more powerful software and you can do quite a bit more with it.

SketchUp offer a free 30-day trial for SketchUp Pro, which gives you a chance to try it out before purchasing the annual subscription. This is the option I suggest students start with when they get going with the course. 

The course is entirely self paced. 

It is broken down in to 6 core content modules, plus other bonus trainings along the way.

If you feel you need any support as you move through the course there is heaps of help in our student Facebook group (I'm in there daily answering questions) plus if you really get stuck you can send in a question to our dedicated email support. 

If you put in the work then we are completely confident that this course works and will take you from being a newbie SketchUp user to being able to model the interiors of your project.

We know this because thousands of students have come before you and have had fantastic results!  

But if you can show that you have completed all the lessons and activities and you still feel you can't use SketchUp, then we are happy to provide you with a refund, minus $50 administration fee. 

This course is for anyone who would like to learn SketchUp and be able to apply this to an interior design or decoration setting. In particular we have the following types of people already enrolled in the course:

- home renovators/remodellers who want to design their kitchens, bathrooms, joinery (millwork) themselves, without needing to pay for an interior designer to do this for them. 

- designers or decorators who want to improve the service they offer their clients and be able to visually represent their ideas in a more professional manner. 

- kitchen and bathroom designers who are using 3D software already but want to have more ability to customise their designs than what their current software allows

- builders, contractors and cabinet makers who want to be able to improve the way they work with their customers

- design enthusiasts who wants to learn a fun new piece of software! 

The course videos and activities should take you around 2-3 hours to complete for each module. But if you want to start to improve your SketchUp skills I suggest you allocated a few more hours to just play around and practice in SketchUp. 

Trust me, once you start to get going SketchUp can become very addictive and fun to use! 

Think about how much interior design fees cost. When I work with clients one on one my fees are around $10,000-$15,000 to create SketchUp designs and drawings that are suitable for use with builders/trades people.

Or think about the value of up-levelling the services you are able to offer your design clients. You will be able to take on more complicated projects and present more professional drawings - which will mean better clients (and more money in your pocket!)

So when you look at it like that the course is pretty darn cheap!

This is not a 1:1 training course.

BUT as part of the course you will be invited to join our private FB group. In the group you will be able to learn alongside other enthusiastic members who are all passionate about design and who are all on the same path as you. The FB group provides a great place for you to be able to ask questions of others in the group. 

Throughout the course you are also welcome to submit questions to our dedicated email support area if you really get stuck with something. The course is so comprehensive that we rarely get questions but please know that option is there if you need it. 

This course is targeted at beginner users but we have had quite a few students who have come through the course even though they have had experience already. 

I suggest you take a look at the full break down of content. If you think you have gaps in your knowledge then I would highly suggest you take the course as you will learn better ways of organising your models, a new workflow, more sophisticated techniques and lots of other things as well I'm sure! 

You can take the course whether you are on a MAC or a PC. Both operating systems are covered and there are actually very few differences between how SketchUp works across the two different platforms.

Lesson summaries and additional training videos are provided where differences do occur. 

The course has been created in such a way that it is fine if you want to work in metric or imperial measurements. 

All measurements are provided in both systems and the course is suitable for you no matter which system you are working in. 

Before purchasing the course please make sure that your hardware and software requirements meet what is required to run SketchUp. 

If you Google 'SketchUp system requirements' you will find the most up to date information. 

If you still have more questions I haven't answered for you above please just email me:

[email protected]

Close

50% Complete

Join the Waitlist

Be the first to know when doors open next. Plus waitlist members get access to exclusive early bird pricing.