Interior Design · 3D Visualisation

The Complete SketchUp & Vray Course for Interior Design

Become confident in modelling, rendering, lighting, materials, and post-production with a practical interior design workflow.

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20.5 hours on-demand video 162 lectures 14 sections 86 downloadable resources
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🎬 On-demand video 20.5 hours
📋 Lectures 162
📦 Downloadable resources 86
📱 Mobile & TV access Included
🏅 Certificate of completion Included
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20.5 Hours of video
162 Lectures
86 Downloadable resources
14 Course sections
Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

A practical, project-driven curriculum designed to build real skills you can use immediately in professional interior design work.

Learn the core SketchUp skills required to model faster and more efficiently

Learn how to use SketchUp plugins to take modeling skills to the next level

Understand V-Ray lighting, materials, settings, render elements, and more to create photorealistic renders

Learn from real-life apartment projects — model and render a contemporary bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and other interior spaces step by step

Understand interior design standards and styles required to design spaces functionally and efficiently

Leverage SketchUp plugins to create blankets, pillows, curtains, and more with realistic soft-furnishing detail

Course Package

What's included

Everything you need to go from beginner to confident interior visualisation professional — all in one purchase.

20.5 hours on-demand video Watch at your own pace, anytime
Assignments Practice exercises to cement your skills
1 article Supplementary written content
86 downloadable resources Project files, references, and assets
Mobile and TV access Learn on any screen, anywhere
Certificate of completion Shareable proof of your achievement
Why This Course

A complete, practical workflow

From foundational modeling to photorealistic render output — every part of the professional pipeline is covered.

Step-by-step modeling

Build interiors methodically using a real professional workflow from first sketch to finished model.

Real interior projects

Work through an actual apartment — bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and living room — not abstract exercises.

Photorealistic V-Ray renders

Master V-Ray settings to produce output that is indistinguishable from professional studio renders.

Materials & lighting mastery

Understand how light and material interact to create atmosphere, depth, and realism in every scene.

Photoshop post-production

Take renders further with professional colour grading, compositing, and finishing techniques.

Plugins & advanced tools

Discover the plugins that accelerate modelling — from soft furnishings to complex architectural detailing.

Troubleshooting & render fixes

Diagnose and solve the most common render and modelling problems that slow professionals down.

Practical assignments

Apply what you learn immediately with structured exercises designed to build lasting confidence.

Course Curriculum

162 lectures across 14 sections

A structured journey from SketchUp fundamentals through to advanced rendering and post-production across real interior projects.

  • 1 Introduction & Course Overview
  • 2 Installing SketchUp and Setting Up Your Workspace
  • 3 Navigating the SketchUp Interface
  • 1 Move, Rotate, and Scale Tools
  • 2 The Follow Me Tool for Complex Shapes
  • 3 Intersect Faces and Boolean Operations
  • 1 Building Walls, Doors, and Windows from a Floor Plan
  • 2 Modeling Ceilings and Architectural Details
  • 3 Creating Custom Furniture from Scratch
  • 1 Installing V-Ray and the V-Ray Interface
  • 2 Understanding the V-Ray Render Engine
  • 3 Setting Up Your First V-Ray Render
  • 1 Project Overview: Contemporary Bedroom
  • 2 Importing the Floor Plan and Setting Up the Room
  • 3 Modeling the Bed Frame and Headboard
  • 1 Diagnosing Common Render Problems
  • 2 Fixing Noise and Grain in Renders
  • 3 Resolving Geometry and Face Direction Issues
  • 1 Working with High-Resolution Textures
  • 2 Multi-Layer Compositing in Photoshop
  • 3 Colour Correction and Grading for Interiors
  • 1 Project Overview and Brief
  • 2 What's New in SketchUp 2021
  • 3 What's New in V-Ray 5
  • 1 Creating Realistic Fabric and Upholstery
  • 2 Modeling and Texturing Wall Panels and Cladding
  • 3 Floor Materials: Wood, Tile, and Stone
  • 1 Modeling a Sofa and Armchair from Scratch
  • 2 Creating a Dining Table and Chairs
  • 3 Building a Wardrobe and Storage Unit
  • 1 Project Overview: Contemporary Kitchen
  • 2 Modeling Base and Wall Cabinet Units
  • 3 Worktops, Splashbacks, and Appliances
  • 1 Project Overview: Modern Bathroom
  • 2 Modeling Sanitaryware and Fixtures
  • 3 Tiling and Wet Room Materials
  • 1 Project Overview: Open-Plan Living Room
  • 2 Designing the Layout and Furniture Arrangement
  • 3 Modeling Feature Walls and TV Units
  • 1 Render Diagnosis Walkthrough
  • 2 Fixing Dark or Overexposed Renders
  • 3 Improving Material Realism Without Re-rendering
Who Should Enrol

Who this course is for

Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your professional rendering skills, this course is built for you.

Interior design students

Build the 3D visualisation skills your degree may not fully cover — and graduate with a strong portfolio.

Beginners learning SketchUp

No prior SketchUp experience needed. The course starts from scratch and builds confidence step by step.

Designers who want photorealistic renders

Move beyond basic exports and start producing renders that win clients and showcase your design at its best.

Students improving lighting and materials

If your renders look flat or unconvincing, this is the course that will show you exactly why — and how to fix it.

Portfolio builders

Anyone who wants to build a practical, professional portfolio in 3D interior visualisation from real projects.

Student Reviews

Why students love this course

The following are sample reviews shown for design mockup purposes.

★★★★★

"The bedroom project made SketchUp finally click for me."

Amina K.

Interior Design Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"The V-Ray lighting breakdowns are incredibly clear."

Daniel M.

Architectural Visualiser · Sample review

★★★★★

"I learned more in this course than in weeks of scattered tutorials."

Priya S.

Freelance Designer · Sample review

★★★★★

"The workflow is practical and easy to follow."

Joseph T.

Interior Design Graduate · Sample review

★★★★★

"The materials section alone was worth it."

Fatima R.

3D Visualisation Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"My renders look so much more professional now."

Kevin A.

Self-Taught Designer · Sample review

★★★★★

"Loved the real apartment-style projects."

Maria L.

Interior Design Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"The explanations are simple but powerful."

Hassan I.

Architecture Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"Excellent for beginners and intermediate learners."

Chinedu O.

Beginner SketchUp User · Sample review

★★★★★

"The troubleshooting videos saved me hours."

Sarah P.

Interior Design Professional · Sample review

★★★★★

"The kitchen project was my favourite part."

Ahmed N.

3D Design Enthusiast · Sample review

★★★★★

"The Photoshop post-production tips are gold."

Linda W.

Graphic Designer · Sample review

★★★★★

"I finally understand lighting and composition."

Brian C.

Interior Design Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"Very detailed without feeling overwhelming."

Esther J.

Design Hobbyist · Sample review

★★★★★

"The plugin lessons made my workflow faster."

Omar F.

Freelance Renderer · Sample review

★★★★★

"The course is structured beautifully from start to finish."

Grace H.

Interior Design Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"The render diagnosis lessons are very practical."

Michael B.

Architectural Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"A strong course for interior visualisation students."

Nia S.

3D Visualisation Student · Sample review

★★★★★

"Clear, polished, and easy to revisit anytime."

Peter D.

Self-Taught Renderer · Sample review

★★★★★

"My confidence with SketchUp improved a lot after this course."

Joy E.

Interior Design Graduate · Sample review

Frequently Asked

Common questions

Everything you need to know before you enrol.

No prior SketchUp experience is required. The course starts from the very beginning, covering the interface, tools, and basic modeling before progressing to more advanced techniques. Complete beginners are very welcome.
Yes. The course is designed to be accessible for complete beginners while still providing real depth for intermediate learners. Lessons are clearly explained and build on each other progressively so you never feel lost.
The course covers both earlier versions and SketchUp 2021 paired with V-Ray 5. A dedicated section addresses the key changes in SketchUp 2021 and V-Ray 5 so you can follow along regardless of which version you have installed.
Yes. Upon completing the course you will receive a certificate of completion that you can share on your LinkedIn profile or include in your portfolio.
Yes. The course includes full mobile and TV access. You can switch between devices at any time and your progress is saved automatically.
Yes. The course includes practical assignments designed to reinforce what you learn in each module. These give you hands-on practice beyond the video content and help build the confidence you need to work on real projects.
The course contains 20.5 hours of on-demand video content across 162 lectures and 14 sections. All video content is available immediately on enrolment with lifetime access.
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Learn modelling, lighting, materials, and post-production with a structured course that takes you from fundamentals to real project execution.

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