Kicking off my series on the BEST Architectural Modeling extensions for SketchUp in 2026 by talking about Instant Architecture! This tool from Vali Architects contains just about any architectural modeling function you could need to get started!
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0:00 – Introduction
0:11 – Full extension Guide location
0:41 – What is Instant Architecture?
2:30 – Creating stairs with Instant Stair
3:43 – Stairs from one line with Instant Stair
4:18 – Stair from faces with Instant Stair
5:11 – Stair railings with Instant Fence and Railing
6:40 – Fences with Instant Fence and Railing
7:31 – Easy roofs with Instant Roof
8:35 – Roofs from multiple faces in Instant Roof
9:14 – Creating roof trusses
9:51 – Adding tile roof and metal roof geometry with Instant Roof
10:49 – Site fences and walls with Instant Wall
13:10 – Paths and walks on surfaces with Instant Wall
14:19 – Doors and Windows with Instant Door and Window
17:24 – Cutting holes in walls with Instant Door and Window
18:05 – Adding cladding with Instant Cladding (Brick, Stone, Siding, etc)
20:25 – Creating roads on terrains with Instant Road
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