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Learning Sketchup

February 9, 2026
architecture

I want to learn SketchUp. Here’s my list of online resources for beginners.

Official Resources

Resource Format Description
SketchUp Campus Video courses Official learning platform with Fundamentals courses (5.0 rating). Covers all core tools and techniques.
Getting Started in SketchUp Documentation Official guide covering interface navigation, templates, units, toolbars, and preferences.

Free Courses (Structured Learning)

Resource Format Level Notes
MasterSketchUp - SketchUp Free for Beginners Web course Absolute beginner Complete browser-based course, no installation needed. Perfect for first-timers. 2026-02: Did it ✅
LinkedIn Learning - Learning SketchUp Free Video course Beginner Free with library card in many libraries. Instructor: George Maestri.
SketchUp School - Definitive Guide Written guide Beginner Covers 7 critical concepts self-taught users often miss.

YouTube Channels (Video Tutorials)

Channel Focus Best For
The SketchUp Essentials General 500+ tutorials from basics to advanced. Most popular channel (550k+ subscribers). Start here.
SketchUp Architect Architecture + Lumion Architectural modeling and rendering
Sam Phoas House modeling Complete house projects from plan to render
Brightman Designs Tools + extensions Deep dives into every tool and command
AF Channel Interior/facade design Interior design and building facades

Course Aggregators (Find More Options)

Platform What It Offers
Class Central - SketchUp Courses 100+ courses catalogued, filterable by price/level
Coursesity - Free SketchUp Tutorials 25+ free courses from various platforms
  1. Start with SketchUp Free (browser version, no download)
  2. First course: MasterSketchUp Beginner Course or SketchUp Campus Fundamentals
  3. Practice projects: Follow along with The SketchUp Essentials on YouTube
  4. Reference: Keep SketchUp Help docs bookmarked