A Project Based Approach to ArchViz

Welcome to Architectural Rendering with SketchUP and D5 Render!

This course is also suitable for students who wish to understand a complete, project based ArchViz workflow, from start to end. Additionally, this course will be useful for those artists switching from another rendering program to D5 Render, but do not know where to start.

We will be using a fantastic and modern rendering software D5 Render, which provides stunning visuals and has an accessible learning curve. We will cover two projects initiall; an interior based on the Modern French style, and an exterior small home built with organic shapes. We will discuss the modeling workflow, rendering process and settings required to set up visually stunning renders. We will introuduce a number of useful plugins for SketchUp, and discuss their best use practices.

Once a student completes the course, they will have the skills they need to complete their own projects utilizing the workflow demonstrated.

Finally: this course is designed to grow; with Project 3 just added, and Project 4 on its way! These projects will add new tools and new project topics to the course; including urban renders and use of additional resources like the Megascans Library.

I hope you have a great experience with this course, and that you learn something of value!