Architecture Tutoring with Revit, Rhino, and SketchUp Training

Vikramaditya assisted Barrie in a SketchUp lesson focused on designing a modular house, with an emphasis on creating a transportable and deployable structure. Their work involved organizing the model effectively using groups, components, and layers, and they also explored the potential of AI to aid in the design process. Barrie's assignment was to refine the SketchUp model by organizing elements into sub-layers and renaming blocks for better clarity, and he was also encouraged to explore resources by architect Nick Saunders on YouTube.

Vikramaditya guided an individual through the basics of AutoCAD, covering interface setup, layer management, dimensioning, and drawing basic shapes with precision. The learner, based in Bako, practiced creating layers, drawing rectangles and lines, and using polar tracking to create an octagon. Vikramaditya assigned homework to practice drawing simplified schematic diagrams using lines and rectangles to reinforce the concepts learned.

Vikramaditya introduced Selena to SketchUp, guiding her through its interface and core functionalities. The lesson covered essential navigation tools like orbit and pan, along with object manipulation techniques using the push/pull tool. Selena also gained practical experience by importing and modifying pre-made models within the software. As a follow-up, she was tasked with creating a 2D house plan using the line tool, focusing on precise dimensions and proper axis alignment.

Vikramaditya and Barrie recently focused on refining Barrie's architectural project, specifically aiming to enhance its structure and clarity for an upcoming presentation. Their discussion explored the integration of philosophical concepts, geometric patterns, and technological themes directly into the design. To improve the connection of ideas and overall readability, Vikramaditya recommended developing a flow diagram. He also extended an offer to collaborate further with Barrie and his graphic designer on this architectural undertaking.

Vikramaditya guided Barrie through a SketchUp lesson, where they concentrated on precisely aligning a staircase within an architectural model, employing advanced sectioning techniques. The discussion also extended to Barrie's architectural sheets, addressing the inherent difficulties in effectively communicating intricate geometric and theoretical concepts. To aid this, Vikramaditya suggested leveraging AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini for analyzing the design sheets. They concluded the lesson by arranging a subsequent meeting to finalize the sheets, with Barrie committing to upload the most recent versions prior to their next discussion.

Vikramaditya guided Selena through an introductory SketchUp lesson, familiarizing her with the software's interface, core tools, and the extensive SketchUp Warehouse. Selena actively practiced using the line and push/pull tools in SketchUp Web, paying close attention to drawing along specific axes. Before their subsequent lesson, Vikramaditya tasked Selena with further exploring the SketchUp Web environment and honing her skills with the basic tools.