In this video, learn how to import and scale a reference image, then how to use that reference image to draw a floor plan inside of SketchUp!
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0:00 – Introduction
0:26 – Example file location
1:17 – Importing the Image
2:15 – Using Higher Resolution images for clearer plans
3:31 – Setting your image scale with the tape measure tool
6:48 – Modeling to scale from your reference image
9:00 – Creating walls with the offset tool
12:53 – Adding Door and Window Openings
15:20 – Grouping walls
16:38 – Extruding walls to 3D with the push pull tool
17:45 – Modeling Door and Window Openings
20:13 – Cleaning Up your Model
21:31 – More SketchUp Instruction with the SketchUp Essentials Course
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