Yes! AI isn’t replacing the design process any time soon. It doesn’t have taste, it can’t solve space planning problems and it can’t invent custom joinery details or layouts that respond to a client’s lifestyle.

It also can’t draw documentation to scale in a way that a builder/joiner/trade can then take and build from.

SketchUp is used in almost every interior design and architecture studio around the world. It is a professional skill and will help you with your career and/or finding better clients.

Learning SketchUp gives you control over:

✅ Building your own floorplans and 3D models accurately and to scale 

✅ Space planning 

✅ Creating custom cabinetry and joinery details 

✅ Documenting your design in a way builders and trades can use and build from

AI can’t do any of that.

But pairing SketchUp with AI is where things get interesting….

Once you know how to model properly AI becomes an assistant.

You can then:

✅ Generate one-click renders straight from your SketchUp file 

✅ Replace textures and materials across existing renders 

✅ Use AI to create variations or quick concept options for client presentations 

✅ Produce high quality visuals without hours in realistic rendering software 

✅ Speed up business tasks

So you will want to combine real design skills in SketchUp (or your preferred technical drawing software) plus the efficiency boost of AI. If you only rely on AI without learning SketchUp (or other design software), you’re left at the mercy of whatever the tool spits out.

So yes, it’s still worth learning SketchUp!!

Yes :) You also get free upgrades to all updates made to the course over time.

No, the courses can be taken at the pace that works for you. You have full access to all modules as soon as you sign up.

So if you have time and want to complete your course over a few days, 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.

The courses are entirely self paced. 

They are broken into core content modules, plus bonus trainings along the way.

I normally recommend around 3-5 hours to complete each module and take some time practicing in SketchUp and doing the tasks and exercises. Some people take longer, some shorter. It really depends on what sort of learner you are and how much time you have to put to the course. 

There are 6 core modules in the beginners course and 4 core modules in the intermediate course and some bonus content as well - just to give you an idea. Some people finish the courses in a matter of days, others take a month or two - it really depends on how much time you have to put towards it. The fastest anyone has completed the courses is a day and a half! But most people take about a month or so around work/life/family commitments.

If you feel you need any support as you move through the courses there is heaps of help in our student Facebook group (we have someone from my team in there daily answering your questions) plus if you really get stuck you can send in a question to our dedicated 1:1 email support - most people don’t get stuck, but it’s there if you need it. :)

The best computer for an interior designer balances powerful hardware capabilities, high quality display and design focused features - all for the budget you’ve got available.

Here are some key factors to consider when choosing a computer:

1: Performance - Look for a computer with a powerful CPU, a good amount of RAM and a dedicated graphics card.

2: Display - A high resolution display with accurate colour reproduction is important for design work. Look for 4K resolution or higher and talk to the sales people about the colour accuracy of the display you’re considering.

3: Storage - SSD (Solid State Drive) is preferable for faster file access and program loading times. A larger storage capacity (512GB or more) can be beneficial for storing large design files and projects (however due to file sizes most designers store their files in the cloud).

4: Portability - If you need to work in different locations, a high performance laptop might be the best choice. Look for one with a good balance of power and portability.

5: Operating System - Both Windows and macOS (Apple) have their advantages and disadvantages. Windows offers a wider range of compatible software and hardware options, while macOS is known for its stability and integration with other Apple products. Either is fine though and normally comes down to personal preference.

6: Budget - The cost can vary greatly depending on the specifications you decide on. It's important to balance your budget with the specifications you need for your work. Generally I suggest getting the highest ‘gaming spec’ computer you can afford for your budget.

It’s always a good idea to think about all the things you will need to use your computer for (especially which software you intend to run) and then go and talk with the experts in store to find out the best computer you can get for your budget.

For SketchUp you can also take along the system requirements for the software. If you Google 'SketchUp system requirements' you will find the most up to date information about this.

Yes, you will need SketchUp Pro to take the courses. Most of my students start with the 7-day free trial, which is what I recommend.

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! 

Don't worry! SketchUp is very user friendly and is easy to learn once if you have a step-by-step system to follow (which is what I teach you in my courses!).

If you've got basic 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 and 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

Yes!!!!!! We have had more than 14,000 students go through our SketchUp courses and probably 30% of them have been home renovators/remodellers or design enthusiasts with no training or experience in design. 

You can see some of the completed student projects here if you’re interested.

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
• you get 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 dedicated email support team.

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

As part of the course you will be invited to join our private student Facebook 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 and require individual help.

So yes :) You'll get all the help you need!

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.