Vinkal Joshi
Architecture Tutor from Interior Architecture School Offering SketchUp Training
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Vinkal Joshi
Masters degree
/ 55 min
About your tutor
I am an interior design professional with 1.5 years of industry experience and 1 year of teaching, specializing in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Enscape rendering. I hold a Master’s in Interior Design from the UK and a Bachelor’s from India. I’ve worked on residential and commercial projects, creating detailed drawings and 3D models, and now teach students to do the same. My teaching focuses on real-world application, project-based learning, and software proficiency, helping learners build strong portfolios and practical skills for the interior design industry. I design lessons that blend creativity with precision and encourage students to visualize spaces with clarity, purpose, and technical accuracy.
Expertise of your tutor
Portfolio Development
Upskilling
Assignment help
Technical drafting
Software training
CoTutorAI modules
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1-yr validity
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Student types for class
Architecture for intermediate
Architecture for beginners
Architecture for advanced
Class overview
My teaching methodology combines hands-on learning with real-world project scenarios. I focus on step-by-step guidance in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Enscape, helping students understand both the tools and their design applications. Lessons emphasize clean modeling, accurate drafting, and effective visual presentation. I encourage project-based learning, creativity, and problem-solving, while providing regular feedback and support. By integrating professional standards and practical tasks, I help students develop confidence, technical skills, and portfolio-ready work aligned with industry expectations. I also incorporate design logic and spatial thinking to prepare students for real design challenges.
Mastery of CAD software in 4 weeks
90% of students feel confident using AutoCAD, Rhino, and Revit.
Collaborative design learning
85% of students benefit from group design exercises.
Clear step-by-step instructions
Students appreciate simple explanations of complex software.
Vinkal - also provides training in
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Interior Design
Architecture concepts taught by Vinkal
The tutor and student focused on architectural design and planning, specifically on reconfiguring building layouts to create a multi-family dwelling. They discussed building regulations, software concepts like XREFs, and strategic approaches for securing financing by preparing a preliminary plan for the bank.
XREF Files in CAD
Building Height Regulations
Residential Unit Layout & Design
Parking Requirements in Multi-Unit Dwellings
CAD File Management: DWG vs. XREF
The student and tutor discussed the architectural process of converting a two-family dwelling into a four-family unit using AutoCAD. They covered techniques like mirroring floor plans for efficient space utilization and the importance of accurate land surveys for design implementation. The student will provide a survey for further planning.
Importance of Site Surveys and Dimensions
Layout Mirrored Design
Digital Drafting with AutoCAD
Converting Existing Designs
The session involved a student and tutor reviewing AutoCAD techniques for drawing editing, PDF conversion, and blueprint interpretation. They specifically addressed how to adjust line weights, the importance of layers, and the practical challenges of designing multi-family dwellings to meet code and regulatory requirements, with plans to prioritize hands-on drawing exercises.
Model Space vs. Layout in AutoCAD
Line Weights and Their Importance
Layer Management in AutoCAD
Color and Printing from DWG to PDF
The tutor and student worked on modifying architectural drawings in AutoCAD, focusing on updating addresses and property details within PDF files converted to DWG format. They practiced editing text and correcting discrepancies related to the intended number of dwelling units in the plans.
Project Management and Communication in Design
Understanding Building Plans and Units
Editing Text and Objects in DWG Files
PDF to DWG Conversion in AutoCAD
The Tutor guided the Student through the process of exporting drawings from AutoCAD to PDF format, focusing on precise window selection for accurate scaling. They also practiced importing PDFs, modifying text elements like addresses, and navigating between different drawing files to copy and paste information. A follow-up session was scheduled to reinforce these skills.
Paper Size and Orientation for PDF Output
Copying and Pasting Elements Between Drawings
Importing and Editing PDFs in AutoCAD
Plotting to Center and DWG to PDF
Understanding the Plot Window in AutoCAD
The Tutor guided the Student through the process of importing PDF files into AutoCAD, editing the text within them, and then exporting the modified drawings back into PDF format. They practiced importing, text manipulation, property matching, and the multi-step process of creating PDFs from AutoCAD drawings, with a plan to practice these skills on subsequent pages.
Exporting AutoCAD Drawings to PDF
Rotating and Moving Text
Text Editing and Formatting in AutoCAD
Importing PDFs into AutoCAD
PDF vs. AutoCAD File Types
Teaching tools used for classes
Technical Drawing Tools
Digital Whiteboards
Drafting tools
Training focussed classes
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Note taking
Record lessons
Mobile joining
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