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.
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Architecture for intermediate
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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.
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SketchUp
Interior Design
Architecture concepts taught by Vinkal
The session focused on architectural theory, specifically delving into the diverse types of staircases and walls used in interior design and construction. The Student learned about their characteristics, applications, and structural considerations, and was assigned homework to research famous architect-designed staircases and review the wall types presentation.
Staircase Terminology & Standards
User-Centric & Sustainable Design Principles
Wall Materials & Modern Innovations
Wall Systems: Classification & Functions
Staircase Design: Types & Applications
The Student and Tutor focused on the practical application of design software, specifically Canva for creating mood boards and Floorplanner for architectural layouts. They practiced importing images and text, applying wall and floor finishes, placing objects, and exporting designs. The session also covered troubleshooting common user interface challenges and taking screenshots.
Mastering Wall Finishes in Floorplanner
Mac File Management & Screenshots
Exporting Professional Floorplanner Designs
Strategic Object Placement in Floorplanner
Importing Visual Assets into Canva
Student and Tutor worked on advanced AutoCAD techniques, focusing on importing PDF architectural plans and manipulating them. They learned how to scale drawings, mirror floor plans to create four distinct views, and manage text and dimensions effectively, especially when dealing with different PDF import behaviors. The Student also prepared a list of specific questions for their next session.
PDF Text & Object Fidelity in AutoCAD
Customizing Text & Dimension Appearance
AutoCAD Object Manipulation: Explode (X) & Group (G)
Scaling Imported Drawings for Real-World Accuracy
Generating Mirrored Views (MIRROR Command)
The session focused on guiding the Student through the process of creating a mood board using Canva, covering essential features like adding text, changing background colors, uploading and manipulating images, and copying product descriptions from external sources. The Tutor demonstrated how to export the final design as a PDF and send it via email. The Student was encouraged to practice these new skills as follow-up work.
Canva: A User-Friendly Design Platform
Navigating the Canva Interface & Adding Elements
Text Manipulation in Canva
Image Uploads and Management
Copy-Pasting Content from External Sources
Exporting and Sharing Your Design
The Student and Tutor reviewed AutoCAD practice, specifically focusing on moving objects, applying hatch patterns, and utilizing block libraries. The core academic lesson then shifted to anthropometrics and ergonomics, exploring how human body dimensions and movement influence architectural and interior design. The session concluded with a discussion of various window and door types and a homework assignment to research articles related to anthropometrics.
Common Door & Window Types
Anthropometrics & Ergonomics Fundamentals
Key Design Principles
Standard Architectural Dimensions & Rationale
Universal Design & Accessibility
The Student and Tutor practiced essential Google Slides skills, focusing on text manipulation, inserting and scaling images, and managing presentation files. They worked on creating an initial mood board by acquiring product images from a retail website and positioning them within a slide. The upcoming sessions will delve into more advanced mood board design, including adding dimensions and detailed arrangements.
Google Slides Basics: Text and Interface
Slide Management & Layout
Sourcing & Placing Images for Mood Boards
Teaching tools used for classes
Digital Whiteboards
Technical Drawing Tools
Drafting tools
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