If you’ve ever opened SketchUp, felt excited… then immediately overwhelmed — this is for you.
No more guesswork, no more scattered tutorials — just a step-by-step system that actually works.
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What If SketchUp Actually Clicked?
If you’re like most architects, designers, or builders, you’ve probably had this moment:
You open SketchUp, full of ideas — ready to bring your design to life…
But instead of making progress, you start hitting walls.
You’re clicking around, trying to remember how a tool works… your model gets messy… and before long, you’re frustrated, behind schedule, and wondering if this is all supposed to feel so hard.
DOES ANY OF THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
When I first opened SketchUp, I was working full-time as a construction estimator. I got a model from a designer one day, and instantly saw how much clearer it was than a 2D plan. I thought, “I need to learn how to do this.”
So I started trying.
I watched tutorials. I clicked around. I got excited… and then completely lost.
Nothing was in order. No one explained why things worked the way they did. I’d make a model, mess something up, and spend hours trying to fix it — or just start over.
It was frustrating. Slow. And honestly, it made me wonder if SketchUp just wasn’t for me.
Years later, after finally putting the pieces together, I realized:
It wasn’t that SketchUp was hard — it’s that no one had ever taught it clearly.
So I created the course I wish I had from day one:
A system built from real-world experience that finally makes SketchUp make sense — without the wasted time, confusion, or quitting halfway through.
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The SketchUp Essentials Course!
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That’s exactly why I created The SketchUp Essentials Course — a complete, step-by-step system designed to take the guesswork out of SketchUp.
Most tutorials give you scattered tips. This course gives you structure.
You’ll start with the fundamentals, then move into real-world workflows like modeling buildings, kitchens, site plans, and more — all organized in a way that builds your confidence lesson by lesson.
Here's how this course solves the problems you've been struggling with:
Everything is taught in plain language, with clear examples, and each section builds on the last.
You’ll always know what to do, why you're doing it, and how to apply it to your own projects.
It’s a clear, structured path designed to take you from confused and frustrated… to confident, fast, and in control.
Whether you’re brand new or have years of experience, this course gives you the clarity you’ve been missing — and the confidence to actually finish SketchUp models you’re proud of.
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You open SketchUp and know exactly what to do.
You’re no longer stuck guessing, fumbling with tools, or watching another “how-to” video in frustration. Instead, you’re confidently modeling your own real projects — fast.
Your designs look sharp. Your models are clean. You’re finally building things you’re proud to present to clients, share with your team, or bring to life in the real world.
No more stopping halfway. No more second-guessing. No more wondering if you’re “doing it wrong.”
Just clarity. Confidence. And real progress.
Because once SketchUp clicks, your creativity flows. You’re back to designing — not troubleshooting.
Clients will understand your ideas more clearly — and say “yes” faster.
With a smooth, structured workflow, you’ll get more done in less time — and with a lot less stress.
That means happier clients, more confidence in your process, and more time to focus on design instead of fixing mistakes.
Whether you’re using SketchUp to win work, build projects, or simply bring your ideas to life — this course gives you the skills and system to make it happen.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by SketchUp, you’re not alone — before the course most of our students felt that way too.
That’s exactly why this course is built to be clear, structured, and beginner-friendly from the very first lesson.
Each module builds on the last, so you always know what to learn next — without getting lost or stuck in the weeds.
And if you do run into a question?
You’ll always know where to go for help:
I’m Justin Geis — the creator of The SketchUp Essentials.
With over 550,000 subscribers on YouTube and more than 1,500 students in my course, I’ve spent the last decade helping designers, builders, architects, and creatives master SketchUp.
I’ve taught at SketchUp Basecamp multiple times, been a featured speaker at the Brightman Designs Summit, and appeared on the SketchUp podcast to share my approach to teaching the software in a way that actually makes sense.
My mission is simple:
To give you the clarity, structure, and support I wish I had when I first started learning SketchUp.
Here's everything you get inside of the SketchUp Essentials Course:
The SketchUp Essentials Course (value - $997) - includes:
Deep Dive Training - includes:
Student Support - includes:
Bonuses -
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"My step by step course for creating architectural plans in Layout!"
Total Value: $497
Ever felt lost trying to turn a model into a real set of drawings?
This in-depth bonus training shows you exactly how to use SketchUp and Layout together to create clean, professional 2D drawings — without skipping steps or leaving you guessing.
Unlike most tutorials that gloss over the details, this course walks you through the full process of building a model and producing a complete drawing set from start to finish.
If you’ve been struggling to connect SketchUp to real documentation… this is the missing link.
You’ll learn how to create 11 different types of plans from your SketchUp models — from floor plans to sections, elevations, and details. You’ll also develop the skills to create any kind of drawing your projects require.
And if you’ve been struggling with site plans?
We’ve got you covered — there’s a dedicated module that walks you through how to build site documents directly inside Layout.
No more guesswork. Just clear, professional documentation — the way it should be.
This full-length Layout training was previously only available as a separate course — but when you join The SketchUp Essentials Course, you get it included for free.
It’s everything you need to take your models all the way through to polished drawings — with no missing steps, no “figure it out later,” and no extra cost.
"My complete guide to how to create 3D renderings of your models with Twinmotion!"
Total Value: $297
Once your model is built, the next step is making it look amazing — without spending hours learning complex rendering software.
In this bonus course, you’ll learn how to bring your SketchUp models into Twinmotion, a real-time rendering tool that helps you create stunning, photorealistic visuals quickly and easily.
You’ll discover how to add materials, lighting, and movement to make your designs feel alive — whether you’re presenting to a client, pitching a concept, or just want to see your work in a whole new light.
This course teaches you everything you need to know to start creating high-quality, realistic renderings using Twinmotion — even if you’ve never done it before.
You’ll learn how to:
You’ll follow along with two complete example projects, including a full interior rendering workflow.
You’ll learn how to:
You’ll also get a step-by-step exterior rendering project, showing you how to create a fully rendered building exterior from start to finish.
You’ll learn how to:
"The easy to follow process for amazing renderings in ANY rendering program"
Total Value: $197
Rendering can be overwhelming — especially when you're just starting out. Too many settings, unfamiliar terminology, and no clear path to follow.
That’s why I created this course: to break down the rendering process into 10 simple, easy-to-follow steps that work no matter what software you’re using.
Whether you're in Enscape, V-Ray, Lumion, or something else — this training gives you a repeatable framework to create beautiful, realistic visuals without the guesswork.
And yes — the full course is included free with your SketchUp Essentials membership.
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Total Value: $3,073
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Add objects faster, avoid rework, and spend more time designing instead of "modeling"
Total Value: $297
If you’ve ever tried to model cabinets or doors in SketchUp from scratch, you know how frustrating it can be.
Every width change means redrawing geometry, every drawer or panel takes forever, and one small mistake can throw the whole model off.
It’s repetitive, time-consuming, and makes it hard to keep your projects moving.
That’s why I built the Dynamic Component Libraries. These are “smart” SketchUp components that resize and adapt instantly - no redrawing, no broken geometry.
The Cabinet Library includes base, tall, and upper cabinets that can be stretched to any size with just a click, along with dynamic drawers and shelving that reconfigure automatically.
In just minutes, you can build out an entire kitchen or built-in system that’s clean, accurate, and ready to use, without the usual rework or frustration.
Plus, multiple different styles are included, including slab cabinets, shaker cabinets, and inset styles!
Drawing doors from scratch is tedious - every size change or style tweak means starting over. It slows down your workflow and often leaves you with messy geometry.
The Door Library gives you fully dynamic doors that resize instantly, swap styles, and flip swing directions with just a click.
Drop them into your model, adjust as needed, and move on!
Creating windows by hand in SketchUp takes forever - every change in size or style means reworking geometry from scratch. The result is wasted time and models that are harder to manage.
The Dynamic Window Library takes away that hassle with ready-to-use windows that stretch to fit any opening and adjust as your design evolves.
Place them once, resize in seconds, and focus on your project instead of repetitive modeling.
Plus, since these components are dynamic, you have truly unlimited options!
“Skip the guesswork - learn by studying complete, real-world SketchUp projects!”
Total Value: $197
Starting a SketchUp project from scratch can feel overwhelming.
You’re staring at a blank file, unsure how to set up tags, scenes, or organize geometry, and even small missteps can snowball into messy, unmanageable models.
Without a clear reference, it’s easy to waste hours second-guessing your workflow.
That’s why I created the Example Project Library.
This is a collection of complete SketchUp projects you can open, study, and use as guides.
Each project shows you exactly how I set up and organize models for real-world work, from tags and groups to clean scenes and styles.
Whenever you get stuck, you’ll have a proven reference to fall back on, so you can move forward with confidence instead of guesswork.
Currently included: the Blue Kitchen and the Modern Bath, with even more projects on the way as the library continues to grow!
“Four of my most popular conference sessions, packed with workflows you won’t find anywhere else.”
Usually only available in conferences with a $1850+ price tag
SketchUp is full of hidden shortcuts, workflows, and extensions that most users never discover.
Without the right guidance, you end up working harder than you need to, spending hours on tasks that could be done in minutes.
That’s why I’ve bundled my most popular conference presentations into one exclusive pack.
These sessions were originally delivered live at industry events and are packed with pro-level insights, tricks, and workflows you won’t find in scattered tutorials. Inside, you’ll get:
Extension Madness
The Ultimate SketchUp Cheat Sheet
A rapid-fire overview of the most powerful extensions available for SketchUp.
You’ll discover tools that dramatically speed up modeling, unlock new capabilities, and solve problems that would otherwise take hours.
A complete rundown of the top tips, tricks, and shortcuts that make SketchUp faster and easier to use.
This presentation is your go-to reference for working smarter, staying organized, and avoiding common mistakes.
The Animation Essentials
Extension Showdown
Everything you need to know to create smooth, compelling animations inside SketchUp and your rendering programs.
You’ll learn how to showcase design ideas with movement that makes your projects clear and engaging!
A head-to-head modeling challenge between myself and fellow SketchUp expert Dave Cooperstein.
We tackled complex models using only extensions, and in the process revealed creative, outside-the-box workflows you can apply to your own projects!
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I designed this course to be the most comprehensive SketchUp Training on the internet. With over 14 hours of video tutorials, this course covers everything you need to know to become a SketchUp expert. This video shows EXACTLY what's included inside the course:
SketchUp 101 - The Fundamentals!
Lessons include:
Advanced Modeling Methods
Lessons include:
Modeling with Extensions in SketchUp
Lessons include:
Location and Terrain Modeling Tutorials
Lessons include:
Step by Step Modeling in SketchUp
Lessons include:
Creating Construction Documents in Layout!
Lessons include:
and more! With over 11 blocks of instruction and over 60 videos, this course has the content to get you up and running quickly, but also the depth and detail to make sure nothing is skipped!
Once you've completed the fundamentals training, the course also offers deep dive trainings on various topics. These trainings are based on interest, so users can follow just the trainings that most closely align with their needs!
The Cabinet Essentials is a deep dive into modeling great looking cabinets in your SketchUp models! This training includes:
The Fundamentals of Photorealistic Rendering is an overview training designed to teach you everything you need to start creating great looking renderings! Learn things like:
The Landscape and Garden Essentials is an in-depth guide for creating landscape, garden, and civil models and plans in SketchUp and Layout! Learn things like:
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Even with a clear course structure, sometimes you just need to talk to a real person.
That’s why this course includes multiple ways to get direct support — so you’re never stuck spinning your wheels or wondering if you’re doing it right.
Whether you're looking for quick clarification or help solving a tricky problem, you’ll always have somewhere to turn.
Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from being able to ask a real question, in real time.
Our live SketchUp coaching calls are here to help you break through roadblocks, get unstuck, and move forward with confidence. Whether you’re troubleshooting a model, unsure about your workflow, or just want feedback — you’re covered.
On every call, you can:
Can’t make a call? No problem — just submit your question ahead of time and I’ll answer it live. You’ll get the full replay so you never miss a thing.
Trying to figure SketchUp out by yourself can feel frustrating and isolating. That’s why every member gets access to our private community forum — a place to ask questions, share wins, and get real help from people who actually understand what you’re going through.
Inside, you can:
Whether you need technical help, creative inspiration, or just a place to ask “Am I doing this right?” — this is where you’ll find it.
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Whether it’s modeling faster, finally finishing a project, or understanding how all the tools fit together, momentum builds quickly when you have the right system.
Want more? See more reviews of the course here!
Have other questions not listed here?
Send me an email at Justin@theSketchUpEssentials.com.
DOES THIS COURSE REQUIRE SKETCHUP PRO?
Yes. A large portion of this course will be focused on working in Layout, which is only available with the Pro version of SketchUp. The free online version and the Ipad version are not taught in this course.
IS THE COURSE TAUGHT IN THE PC OR MAC VERSION OF SKETCHUP?
This course is taught in the PC version of SketchUp. There is supplemental material in the course for students that use Mac computers to understand the differences between the two, but most of the course material is on the PC.
WHEN DOES THE COURSE START AND FINISH?
The course is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish. You can binge all the content in a day (not recommended),
If you’re not satisfied with the course after 30 days, you can email us to request a full refund. Members who follow along with the program, go through all the materials and actively take part in their learning experience are delighted with the course, and more successful in growing their business.
Your membership entitles you to enter the course area and access the content there released prior and during the duration of your membership. If you cancel or do not renew your membership you will no longer be able to access the content inside the Course.
Once enrolled you’ll receive information from us on how best to contact us for questions about the coursework. You will also be able to submit and ask questions during the live bi-weekly office hours sessions, and through our private community forum. You can always contact me directly at Justin@theSketchUpEssentials.com as well - that's my actual email address :)
Total Value: $3,073
Yours for only:
$99/month
Month to Month Access to the SketchUp Essentials Course
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PLUS, additional resources only available in annual:
Total Value: $5,419
Yours for only:
$49.50/month
(Save $594/Year - 1 Annual Payment of $594)
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