To start modeling in SketchUp Free click here.

Intentionally, it’s not the same as our desktop software because, going forward, we’re designing our free application for home and hobby use.

Lumion links directly with models from a variety of CAD software so as you update the model in CAD the model in Lumion updates also. SketchUp Free is a new way to use SketchUp for free. Lumion is currently only available as a permanent license, no annual subscription version is available. When importing, just check the box next to Import as a SketchUp model reference. dwg files imported into your document can also become manageable references. Lumion has a larger library to work with and is able to generate even higher quality still renderings, apply more atmospheric and surface effects and textures. In LayOut, the Document Setup window helps you manage inserted images and imported SketchUp files as references. Lumion is the world’s premium visualiser with many additional years of development that’s reflected in its price and performance. ‘Live’ is available to purchase outright and is also available as an annual rental/subscription license. SketchUp was created in August 2000 as a 3D content creation tool and was envisioned as a software program for design professionals. ‘Live’ is also suitable for any other modeller such as Revit and ArchiCAD but unlike Lumion there is no linkage between the two programs, so if you make a change in your modeller you need to re-export to ‘Live’. 'Live' works directly with ARCHLine.XP Pro architectural modeller and also SketchUp. ARCHLine.XP ' Live' is newer to the market and is targeted to those on a tighter budget.

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