Sketchup

SketchUp is a leading 3D design software that makes 3D modelling possible for everyone. It is used for a wide range of 3D modelling projects, such as architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, video game design, and more.  

SketchUp provides a library where third parties can add various models they have built so that anyone can use these models in their designs. 

Renson has also created a page on SketchUp’s 3D Warehouse. This page contains our Outdoor models, which are fully drawn according to the appropriate restrictions.  

You can easily download these models into a new or existing SketchUp document.  

Renson 3D Warehouse

SKETCHUP MANUAL


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We find it very important that everyone can easily visualise Renson models, which is why we offer different tools depending on your already acquired knowledge of SketchUp.

1. You have a basic understanding of SketchUp

Do you already have a basic understanding of SketchUp? Then you can easily visualise the Renson models without any training. Watch the video on how to use our Renson models and get started.

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2. You have no knowledge of SketchUp

Don’t have any knowledge of SketchUp yet? Renson offers training to explain the basics of SketchUp. The aim of this course is to give you a basic understanding of SketchUp: terminology, how to use SketchUp, and shortcuts.

If you’re not (yet) convinced that you want to use SketchUp, but you’d still like to follow a course without purchasing a licence, you can! SketchUp offers a 30-day free trial of SketchUp Pro.

SketchUp training overview

FAQ

What type of SketchUp do I need in order to use the Renson models?

You must have SketchUp Pro to use our Renson dynamic models in SketchUp. SketchUp Make is not enough. However, you can view configured models both in the Make version and in the SketchUp app. You need the SketchUp Pro version to adjust dimensions and colours, and add accessories.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How do I download the Renson models into my SketchUp file?

You can download our Renson models from the 3D Warehouse. Enter the Renson product you are looking for in the search bar, go to collections, products, or catalogues, and download the desired model using the download arrow.

Please note! Only the models marked with the blue tick and the name Renson are the ones we have made and are correct.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How can I adjust the dimensions of the Renson models?

You can customise the dimensions of our models via the Component Options. First select your model and open the Component options, then adjust any dimensions using the menu.

Please note! If you enter a value that is too low or high, the model will always generate the minimum or maximum dimensions without showing an error message.

If you need more technical information, click the link at the top.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How do I add accessories to my Renson model?

You can add accessories to your Renson model via the 3D Warehouse. Enter the desired Renson accessory in the search bar, go to collections, products, or catalogues, and download the desired accessory using the download arrow.

Please note! Only the models marked with the blue tick and the name Renson are the ones we have made and are correct.

To position the accessory, select the accessory, click the move tool, and click the corner of the blue line (helpline). Then place this line in the desired location in your Renson model.

You can now drag the accessory to the desired length and/or width using the Scale tool.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How can I adjust the colours of the Renson models?

You can adjust the colours using the colour wheel in SketchUp, the paint bucket, and the pipette (ALT). Click the paint bucket and hold down ALT (pipette). Then click the item you want to colour. Go to the Material drawer (left) and select the Edit tab. If you want to colour something quickly, use the Colour Wheel to do so. If you want to set an exact colour, you can select “RGB values” from the drop-down menu. Here, you can enter the exact RGB values for your RAL colour. It is best to quickly check these values via Google before entering them.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How can I show how the blades, screens, and loggias move?

You can show movable items via the Interact tool. If you move the mouse over the model, you will see a star appear next to the cursor when an item can be moved. Click it to start the animation.

You can then add shadows (found in the Shadows drawer) to see where shadows fall at different times of the day and throughout the year.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

Can I save my Renson model as an image?

You can save your Renson model as an image. Go to file > Export and select 3D Graphic. Now you can send this to your customers and seal the deal. ;-)

Just so you know: all our models are VRAY READY and are created for realistic rendering. To render your visualisations, you need to work with the VRAY extension.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

I have problems with the accessories when I copy them into my file. What can I do?

When you add your accessories to your Renson models, always download them again from the 3D Warehouse. Do not copy your loggias for the span to the pivot or vice versa. If you copy them, they stay connected so you can never set the dimensions correctly.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How do I open the blades of the Renson Skye?

You can open the blades of the Renson Skye using the small button on the left side of the roof. First, open the Interact tool. If you hover your mouse over the button, you will see a star appear next to the cursor. When you click the icon with the blades, the blades will open. When you click the icon with the closed blades, the blades will close.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.

How do I change the materials of the Renson Loggia?

You can change the materials in the Component options. There you can choose whether you want the Renson Loggialu, Renson Loggialu wooddesign, or Renson Loggiawood.

To change the texture colours of your Renson Loggia, use the paint bucket and pipette.

More information: watch our video tutorial on using Renson models in SketchUp.