Layout for Sketchup: 1-on-1 Tutoring & Freelance Services
3 Types of Service
Tutoring
Online 1-on-1 tutoring for 3D modeling and design projects. Learn faster on Zoom with a pro, tailored to SketchUp, Blender, Fusion 360, and more.
Collaborative
Collaborative online sessions where we screen-share and build your project together. Get real-time fixes, 3D guidance, and faster progress while saving time.
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Done-for-you 3D services for modeling, rendering, drafting, and more. Hire an expert for deliverables, revisions, and deadlines with a clear quote.
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Layout Services We Provide
Elevations Drawing
Elevations Drawing involves creating precise, scaled visual representations of a building's exterior views. This includes detailed illustrations of the facade, showing all architectural and structural elements such as windows, doors, materials, finishes, and ornamental features, providing critical information for construction and aesthetic evaluation.
Electrical Plans
Electrical Plans involves the detailed mapping and layout of electrical systems within a construction project. It includes the design and placement of wiring, outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, and electrical panels, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and safety standards. This sub-service ensures a reliable and efficient electrical infrastructure, tailored to the specific needs and design requirements of the building.
Wall Sections and Details
Wall Sections and Details service provides precise and comprehensive drawings that illustrate the construction and composition of wall assemblies. This includes cross-sectional views that detail materials, dimensions, and connections to ensure accuracy in building implementation.
Foundation Plans
Foundation Plans involve the detailed design and specification of a building's foundational structure. This sub-service ensures accurate and comprehensive documentation of all foundation elements, including footings, slabs, and piers, providing essential instructions and measurements required for the construction of stable and compliant foundations.
Roof Framing Plans
Roof Framing Plans provide detailed layouts and specifications for the construction and assembly of roof structural components, including trusses, beams, rafters, and supports. These plans ensure safe and accurate framing, enhancing structural integrity and compliance with building codes.
Plumbing Plans
Plumbing Plans provide detailed schematics and layouts for all plumbing systems within a construction project. This includes the design and placement of pipes, fixtures, and appliances to ensure efficient water distribution and waste management, while adhering to all relevant codes and regulations.
About Layout
Layout for SketchUp is an intuitive software extension designed to help contractors, architects, and designers create professional 2D presentations from 3D models. Tailored explicitly for SketchUp users, Layout streamlines the creation of scaled drawings, detailed construction documents, and compelling presentation graphics, making the transition from designing to presenting seamless and efficient. With Layout, users can easily annotate models with dimensions, callouts, and graphics, ensuring that every detail is communicated clearly. The software allows for the creation of customized templates to maintain consistency across projects and simplifies the process of updating and editing designs as changes occur. Whether producing site plans, elevations, sections, or detailed views, Layout for SketchUp enhances the clarity and professionalism of your work, helping you convey your vision to clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders with precision and confidence.

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Layout FAQs
How can I customize templates in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How can I customize templates in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To customize templates in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, open the template you want to modify, make the desired changes to the layout, text, and design elements, and then save it as a new template by selecting File > Save As Template.
How can I create and manage layers in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How can I create and manage layers in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To create and manage layers in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, follow these steps: 1. Open your document in Layout 2020. 2. Go to the "Window" menu and select "Layers" to open the Layers panel. 3. Click the "+" button at the bottom of the Layers panel to create a new layer. 4. Name the new layer and press Enter. 5. To manage layers, select a layer from the Layers panel. You can change its name, visibility,
How do I add dimensions and annotations in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How do I add dimensions and annotations in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To add dimensions and annotations in Layout 2020: 1. Open your document in Layout. 2. Use the Dimension tool from the toolbar to click on two points to create a dimension line. 3. For annotations, use the Text tool to click on the desired location and start typing your note. 4. Customize your dimensions and annotations using the Shape Style, Text Style, and Dimension Style tabs. Make sure to save your changes frequently.
What are the system requirements for running Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
What are the system requirements for running Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
The system requirements for running Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation are as follows: **Windows:** - OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) or higher - Processor: 2.1+ GHz Intel™ processor - RAM: 8GB or more - Hard Disk Space: 1GB available space - Video Card: 3D class video card with 1GB of memory or higher and support for hardware acceleration. Ensure the video card driver supports OpenGL 3
How can I import and manage CAD files in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How can I import and manage CAD files in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To import and manage CAD files in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, you can use the "File" menu to select "Insert" and choose the CAD file you want to import. Once imported, you can scale, rotate, and position the CAD drawing in your layout. Utilize layers to organize different parts of your drawing, and apply tag-based annotations for clarity. Remember to update and relink your CAD files as necessary to reflect any changes made in the original CAD software.
How do I set up viewports in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How do I set up viewports in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To set up viewports in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, follow these steps: 1. Open your SketchUp model in Layout 2020. 2. Go to the File menu and select 'Insert' to import your SketchUp model. 3. Once the model is inserted, it will appear in a viewport. Click on the viewport to select it. 4. To adjust the view, use the viewport handles to resize it or adjust the scale from the SketchUp Model panel on the right
How do I print construction documents from Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How do I print construction documents from Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To print construction documents from Layout 2020, open your layout file, go to File > Document Setup, ensure your settings are configured correctly, then go to File > Print, select your printer and print settings, and click Print.
How do I link my SketchUp model with Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How do I link my SketchUp model with Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To link your SketchUp model with Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, first open your SketchUp model and then go to File > Send to LayOut. In LayOut, select a template when prompted, and your model will automatically appear. Use the viewport to adjust the view or scale as needed, and utilize the different tools in LayOut to add dimensions, annotations, and other construction documentation elements. Save the LayOut file to keep the connection with the SketchUp model, enabling updates and edits
How do I scale drawings within Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How do I scale drawings within Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To scale drawings in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, follow these steps: 1. Open your Layout document and insert your SketchUp model. 2. Select the viewport containing your model. 3. In the "SketchUp Model" panel, choose the "Scale" option. 4. Select a pre-defined scale from the dropdown list or type a custom scale. 5. Adjust the viewport size if necessary to ensure the scaled drawing fits on your layout page.
How do I add a title block in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
How do I add a title block in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation?
To add a title block in Layout 2020 for Construction Documentation, go to "File" and select "Insert" to bring in a title block template. You can also create a custom title block by drawing a rectangle in the desired location and using text boxes to input the necessary information, such as project name, drawing number, and date.
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About Our Tutors
ON-DEMAND PROFESSIONALS
We are a team of tutors and freelancers that are hire-able on an as-needed basis for 3D modeling, architecture, interior rendering, product design, mechanical projects, animation, and more. Call us with a quick question or a big project. Our availability is flexible, and we offer a variety of skillsets and prices.
SCREEN-SHARE TUTORS AND FREELANCERS
We teach remotely, so you can learn from the comfort of your home, the jobsite, or even the beach! Our sessions cover tools like SketchUp, Blender, Fusion 360, Revit, and AutoCAD. Classes run over Zoom screen-share so we can see each other's screens and cursors. It can take hours to search online for one piece of information, but just minutes to ask your private tutor. Don't struggle alone — get help from a real person online!
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Layout Tutors & Services
Get on demand Layout classes! We are a team of tutors and freelancers that are hire-able on an as-needed basis for professional help with your projects. Call us with a quick question, or a big project. Our availability is flexible. We teach remotely, so you can learn from the comfort of your home, from the jobsite, or from the beach! We teach classes via Zoom screenshare, so we can see each others' screens and cursors. It can take hours to search online for 1 simple piece of information, but just minutes to ask your private tutor.
Advantages of Online Tutors & Services
Effective
The process of learning 1-on-1 with a live tutor lets you actively participate in the learning. You can immediately repeat a concept in your own words, ask clarifying questions, or demonstrate a concept back to your tutor to ensure understanding.
Efficient
Save time and resources by learning from the comfort of your home. Avoid commuting expenses and focus on learning only the tools you need with personalized lessons tailored to your specific workflow.
Recordable
No need to take notes! We record your lessons so you can replay them at your own pace later. Keep these recordings for future reference and reinforce your learning whenever needed.
Fun
Learning with a dedicated tutor makes the experience enjoyable and interactive. Discuss problems, practice together, and enjoy the human conversational element that brings life to online learning. Reach out anytime you need assistance!
Tutors & Services Philosophy
Don't Learn Alone
Professionals these days are sitting alone and staring at their computers. They spend years searching online for tools that will increase their workplace efficiency—digging through forums and watching lengthy videos for the right CAD or visualization tip.
Sometimes they just have one small question that would take a person two minutes to answer, but customer support lines are a thing of the past. Big companies will direct you to an FAQ that will hardly begin to answer your question.
Bring Back the Human Connection
We strive to bring human connection back to the work environment. Our tutors work directly with you to solve your problems, similar to the way an apprentice works hand-in-hand with a skilled professional.
Screen-share technologies like Zoom have allowed us to work together in real time. We can see each others' screens and cursors, switch presenters to share information easily, and even turn on webcams for a more human interaction. Learn efficiently across workflows like architectural rendering, interiors, mechanical modeling, and construction documentation.
Tutors, Services, or Both
Sometimes our clients want to learn a program from beginning to end; sometimes they completely hand over the services to us; and other times, they want something in between.
Some clients want to be able to use the program on a basic level and let us do the hard stuff. Others want to co-work with us, supervising our work to ensure their artistic vision is realized. Along the way, they learn the tools—whether that’s SketchUp, Blender, Fusion 360, Revit, or AutoCAD.
By the end of the process, some clients are able to wean themselves completely off of our services and are empowered to do the work themselves. If they get stuck or behind on a deadline, they use us as a lifeline. They can call anytime—even if it’s just a 10-minute question—we are here to help.
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Geoff has been providing awesome Sketchup modelling and expertise for my architectural projects of over the years and is great the deal with - Thanks Geoff !
Curt was very helpful in the Sketchup tutoring session and had a very high level of knowledge of Sketchup and Layout. I will be using Curt as a tutor again as I develop my Sketchup skills.
Geoff B once again did an amazing and speedy job on my project creating a 3D model and several scenes in SketchUp. He beat his estimated cost of the project by 33%! Thank you!
Rapid set up, expeditious feedback, instructions suitable from Scott for people (like me) with little to no knowledge of the CAD subject matter.
Juan is a great and patient tutor who really connects.
Help, understanding and patience.
Rudy is the best . Very patient and a pro
Tim is the man, extremely helpful and responsive throughout the whole process. Use him for a few years now
Working with Shanthi was great! Her in depth knowledge of SketchUp coupled with a great teaching style made for an awesome tutoring session.
Joseph R is a great tutur... just a few classes and I'm advancing fast on my project
Mike R. helped me with my project, took initiative and showed me features of Fusion for me as a beginner to use in future projects
Patience and attention to detail. Mike knows his equipment and software
Juan S has an easy manner, and delivers V-Ray for 3ds Max instruction in easily digestible bites. Sessions are recorded.
Shanthi is very responsive to my needs. At the same time she keeps me aware of the steps needed to be proficient in SketchUp.
Austin J is professional and very knowledgeable! I am really enjoying my lessons with him
Michael H is my tutor and instructor in Sketchup Software at TutorsAndServices. Micheal is an highly knowledgeable, outstanding communication skills and a remarkable master teacher for Sketchup. Michael reminds me of many of my professors …
A Very Knowledgeable Expert and Patient as you go through the learning curve.
Tim has taught me a lot in a very short time.
Thank you Shanthi your excellent communication and professionalism while using Sketchup software to complete my design.
Mike R is awesome! I have a lot to learn in Fusion 360 but I'm confident Mike will get me there.
Very professional and a great tutor.






