FOCUSED Course

FOCUSED SketchUp + AI for Interior Design

The complete SketchUp and AI workflow for interior designers, from concept to client-ready visuals.

88 lessons, ~20 hours

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In this course, you'll learn how to use the FOCUSED Method™ to model a complete interior space in SketchUp from scratch - including rooms, furniture, trim, and lighting - and turn it into photorealistic AI renders ready for the client.
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Interior Design Presentations Should Show Clients Exactly What They're Getting - Before You Spend a Dollar on Product.

Most interior designers either skip 3D entirely, rely on mood boards that leave too much to imagination, or spend hours fighting software that wasn't built for their workflow. The result is more revision rounds, harder client conversations, and projects that take longer to close.

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AI
Rendering

LayOut
Documentation

This course changes that. You'll model a complete primary bedroom from scratch in SketchUp - walls, doors, windows, trim, furniture, artwork, curtains, lighting - and turn it into photorealistic AI renders using the FOCUSED Method. By the end you'll have finished renders and a LayOut design pack ready to hand to your client.

Every module is structured, manageable, and purpose-built for interior design. No wasted time, no fluff - just the exact workflow that turns models into stunning client visuals.

See the Results

The AI Renders You Will Create

Using the workflow taught in this course, you'll learn how to create photorealistic AI renders of interior spaces showing furniture, materials, and lighting exactly as designed.

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See the Deliverable

The Design Doc You Will Create

You'll use LayOut to create professional design documentation that impresses clients and closes projects - just like you see below.

Sample design document created with the FOCUSED SketchUp workflow
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Who Is This Course For?

  • Interior Designers
  • Interior Decorators
  • Construction Professionals
  • Home Stagers
  • Architects
  • Space Planners
  • Woodworkers
  • Renovation Companies
  • Restoration Companies
  • Event Planners
  • Furniture Designers
  • Set Designers
  • Carpenters
  • Real Estate Developers

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Course Structure

Inside this course you'll build a complete primary bedroom from scratch, covering SketchUp fundamentals, V-Ray and AI rendering, and LayOut documentation.

Module 1 - Module 1 - SketchUp Setup and Core Tools

  • PC/WINDOWS: Installing SketchUp [6:07]
  • PC/WINDOWS: Setting up Your Workspace [2:55]
  • PC/WINDOWS: Setup Keyboard Shortcuts [3:02]
  • MAC: Installing SketchUp [9:56]
  • MAC: Setting up Your Workspace [9:55]
  • MAC: Setup Keyboard Shortcuts [3:56]
  • Intro and Cheat Sheet [3:42]
  • Mouse and Navigation [9:16]
  • Using the Keyboard [4:18]
  • The Select Tool [4:33]
  • The Move Tool [14:19]
  • The Line Tool [11:33]
  • The Rectangle Tool [6:35]
Module 1 - installing SketchUp and learning the core tools

Module 2 - Module 2 - More Tools, Organization, and Extensions

  • The Circle Tool [4:47]
  • The Arc Tool [3:30]
  • The Tape Measure Tool [5:35]
  • The Offset Tool [2:59]
  • The Push/Pull Tool [3:56]
  • The Rotate Tool [5:11]
  • The Scale Tool [6:57]
  • The Paint Bucket Tool [4:29]
  • The Flip Tool [3:01]
  • Groups [11:56]
  • Components [7:59]
  • Outliner [7:47]
  • Tags [7:51]
  • Hiding and Unhiding [3:50]
  • Section Cuts [8:36]
  • Scenes [8:45]
  • The Trimble 3D Warehouse [14:19]
  • Materials in SketchUp [11:12]
  • Applying SketchUp Styles [11:20]
  • Extensions - Component Finder by FlexTools [6:00]
  • Extensions - Profile Builder [14:18]
Module 2 - completing core tools and learning model organization

Module 3 - Module 3 - Modeling the Room

  • Modeling the Room - Starting from Dimensions [21:40]
  • Modeling the Room - Starting from a PDF Floorplan [27:16]
  • Modeling the Room - Starting from a DWG Floorplan [19:11]
  • Modeling the Room - Creating Scenes [8:56]
  • Decorating the Room - Organizing Your Library of Objects [19:51]
  • Modeling the Room - Adding Doors [22:09]
  • Modeling the Room - Adding Windows [4:02]
  • Modeling the Room - Adding Trim and Moulding [49:23]
Module 3 - modeling a room from dimensions, PDF, and DWG, then adding doors, windows, and trim

Module 4 - Module 4 - Decorating and Initial Rendering

  • Decorating the Room - 3D Object Sources [8:09]
  • Decorating the Room - Creating an Area Rug [14:28]
  • Decorating the Room - Adding Furniture: Bed and Nightstands [11:48]
  • Decorating the Room - Adding Furniture: Dresser and Chair [6:57]
  • Decorating the Room - Adding Artwork, Mirrors, and Pictures [22:44]
  • Decorating the Room - Adding Curtains and Shades [14:32]
  • Decorating the Room - Adding Light Fixtures and Lamps [20:57]
  • SketchUp Rendering - Rendering Images with SketchUp [26:29]
  • SketchUp Rendering - Creating AI Renders with Diffusion [14:29]
  • Core V-Ray - PC/Windows: Installing V-Ray [6:53]
  • Core V-Ray - MacOS: Installing V-Ray [8:04]
  • Core V-Ray - V-Ray Toolbars and What They Do [5:44]
  • Core V-Ray - The Asset Editor [21:09]
Module 4 - adding furniture, artwork, curtains, light fixtures, and first renders

Module 5 - Module 5 - V-Ray Lighting and Materials

  • Core V-Ray - The Frame Buffer [24:58]
  • Core V-Ray - Chaos Cosmos [17:38]
  • Core V-Ray - Textures and How To Add Them [13:02]
  • Core V-Ray - Building a Material Library [15:32]
  • Core V-Ray - Where to Find the Best Materials [25:22]
  • Core V-Ray - Rectangle Light [14:49]
  • Core V-Ray - Sphere Light [4:00]
  • Core V-Ray - Spot Light [3:58]
  • Core V-Ray - Dome Light [6:22]
  • Core V-Ray - HDRI Lighting [14:38]
  • Core V-Ray - Sunlight and Sky Controls [8:41]
  • Core V-Ray - Camera Settings [17:39]
  • Core V-Ray - Render Settings [8:34]
  • Core V-Ray - Using the Chaos Cloud [17:43]
Module 5 - V-Ray lighting types, materials, textures, and render settings

Module 6 - Module 6 - Rendering the Room

  • Rendering the Room - Applying Textures and Materials [24:24]
  • Rendering the Room - Adding V-Ray Lights: Recessed Lights [7:24]
  • Rendering the Room - Adding V-Ray Lights: Lamps & Light Bulbs [15:31]
  • Rendering the Room - Adding an HDRI Map as a Background [12:23]
  • Rendering the Room - Using V-Ray LightMix [14:46]
  • Rendering the Room - Adding Decor and Accent Items [10:01]
  • Rendering the Room - Final Fixes [34:31]
  • Rendering the Room - Rendering Your Design [39:32]
  • Rendering the Room - Batch Rendering on Chaos Cloud [6:23]
  • Rendering the Room - Post Production Editing [17:05]
Module 6 - applying materials, adding V-Ray lights, final fixes, and rendering

Module 7 - Module 7 - LayOut Documentation

  • Core LayOut - Templates and Document Setup [15:32]
  • Core LayOut - The LayOut Interface [6:11]
  • Core LayOut - Pages and Viewports [16:46]
  • Core LayOut - Text and Labels [8:06]
  • Core LayOut - Measurements and Dimensions [11:45]
  • Core LayOut - Scrapbooks [13:44]
  • Core LayOut - How to Export in LayOut [4:35]
  • Core LayOut - Presenting Your Document [3:45]
  • Documentation with LayOut - Creating a Client Design Pack
Module 7 - using LayOut to create client design packs and spec sheets

Module 8 - Bonus - AI Module

  • Using AI to Convert a Render to Video [14:52]
  • Using AI to Improve Video Quality [11:23]
  • Creating a Video Compilation [7:24]
  • Using AI to Add Slow Motion Effect [4:16]
  • Creating a Video Compilation for Social Media [13:42]
  • Creating a Timelapse [4:33]
  • Creating an Interior Unboxing [3:43]
Bonus AI module - converting renders to video, slow motion, and social media compilations

You'll also get

3 FREE Bonus Items

Printable course guide with lesson notes Free

200+ Page Printable Course Guide

A printable PDF with lesson notes from every module - perfect for following along and taking your own notes as you go.

Private Facebook group for FOCUSED SketchUp students Free

Private Facebook Group Access

Get support and help from me and fellow students inside the private FOCUSED SketchUp community - lifetime access included.

2-sided printable SketchUp cheat sheet Free

Printable SketchUp Cheat Sheet

My 2-sided SketchUp reference card with every shortcut, tool, and setting you'll use daily - printable and designed for quick lookup.

Everything you need

6 Packs, 1,000+ Objects - All Included FREE

Interior Door and Trim Pack Free

Interior Door & Trim Pack

300 doors in 10 styles, 6 sizes, and 5 finishes - plus 32 matching trim objects in 4 styles.

Window and Trim Pack Free

Window & Trim Pack

163 single-pane and double-hung windows with 100 matching pre-made trim casings included.

Hardware Pack with 264 pieces Free

Hardware Pack

264 hardware pieces in 8 finishes - antique brass, polished nickel, matte black, and more.

Recessed Light Pack Free

Recessed Light Pack

Four ready-to-go recessed lights in varying wattages to quickly add lighting into your model.

Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams Paint Libraries Free

Benjamin Moore & Sherwin Williams Paint Libraries

Benjamin Moore's 75 most popular colors and Sherwin Williams' top 50 - ready to drop into your renders.

Shiplap Pack Free

Shiplap Pack

Four ready-to-go shiplap panels in 5.5" and 7.25" widths, both horizontal and vertical.

Meet Your Instructor

John Kaplar, founder of FOCUSED SketchUp

John Kaplar

Founder of FOCUSED SketchUp

I'm a 3D Visualization and AI Expert and Founder of FOCUSED SketchUp, where I teach designers how to use SketchUp and AI to create photorealistic images that wow their clients. Alongside my wife Megan, I also co-own our design firm Arched Manor, which is how my obsession with visualization began. I spent months learning SketchUp from scratch and developed a custom process for modeling and a proprietary library of assets that I use to quickly and efficiently create 3D models. I've also spent the last few years immersed in AI rendering tools, building repeatable workflows that turn simple model exports into stunning visuals in minutes. I have a broad knowledge of SketchUp and AI rendering and know exactly what Interior Designers need in order to use them - hence the FOCUSED course name. I have created a training package that strips away the fluff and teaches you SketchUp and AI rendering in the most efficient way possible, which saves time - as a designer myself, I know all too well how valuable your time is and don't want you wasting any of it!

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All you have to do is contact me within 14 days of purchasing, and I will give you 100% of your money back.

FAQ

Questions, Answered

What topics will be covered in this course?

This course covers all the core SketchUp and V-Ray concepts. I'll begin by walking you through how to download, install, and configure SketchUp and V-Ray, and how to load my recommended extensions and keyboard shortcut file. I'll then go into teaching the basic tools of SketchUp, including the rectangle tool, scale tool, push/pull tool, and many more. You will then learn organizational skills in SketchUp, including grouping objects and making components. From there, you will learn how to create a room from scratch - adding doors, windows, furniture, decor, lighting, etc. You will then learn how to use V-Ray, how to apply materials and textures, and how to create renders. Finally, you will learn about the Chaos Cloud and how to enhance your renders with Photoshop.

What will I be able to do after completing this course?

You will be able to use SketchUp and V-Ray to create a primary bedroom from start to finish and be able to create amazing renders that are photorealistic! You will also be able to use LayOut to create client design PDFs and spec sheets that show measurements, design details, and elevations of your designs. You will know where to find the best 3D objects that resemble real-world objects, and know how to create your own if you need to. You will be able to apply materials to 3D objects, paint walls, add flooring, and add realistic lighting.

Is this course suitable for beginners or is it more advanced?

This course is for beginners and/or those with some SketchUp experience. I walk you through how to download, install, and configure SketchUp and V-Ray, and show you the basic tools included with SketchUp. This course is also perfect if you know a little bit of SketchUp, but nothing about V-Ray. You will learn my workflow to model a space in SketchUp and render it in V-Ray.

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

No, the only prerequisites are that you have a working computer (no iPads) that can handle SketchUp and V-Ray, a three-button mouse (can be purchased easily from Amazon if you don't have one) and are able to carve out time when it works for you to watch the lessons.

Do you offer a course syllabus or curriculum outline?

The course syllabus is shown above and highlights each lesson in the program. Once you enroll in the course, the Course Guide is also available to download and print, and it has ample space for you to add your own notes as you go through the lessons.

Are there any hands-on projects or exercises?

This course walks you through how to create a primary bedroom from start to finish. There are no additional projects, tests, or quizzes in this course.

So, To Summarize...

Here is Everything You Get

  • 88 video lessons (~20 hours)Included
  • FOCUSED Core SketchUp TrainingIncluded
  • FOCUSED Core V-Ray TrainingIncluded
  • FOCUSED Core LayOut TrainingIncluded
  • Bonus AI ModuleIncluded
  • 200+ page printable course guide with lesson notesIncluded
  • Printable SketchUp cheat sheetIncluded
  • V-Ray material libraryIncluded
  • Hardware Pack with 264 piecesIncluded
  • Sherwin Williams Paint Library (50 most popular colors)Included
  • Benjamin Moore Paint Library (75 most popular colors)Included
  • Shiplap PackIncluded
  • Interior Door and Trim Pack with 332 objectsIncluded
  • Window and Trim Pack with 263 objectsIncluded
  • Recessed Light Pack (4 different sizes)Included
  • Free access to custom trained GPT for supportIncluded
  • Private Facebook group accessIncluded
  • Lifetime access + future updatesIncluded
  • 14-day money-back guaranteeIncluded

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