Comprehensive Design Training
Most people try to learn SketchUp by clicking around, watching random tutorials, and hoping it all makes sense. It doesn’t. That’s because SketchUp isn’t just a tool; it’s a way of thinking, designing, and communicating your ideas. I use SketchUp every day to communicate my designs and help clients 'see' the space. This is professional software and I can even show you an easy way to create amazing CGI visuals from your SketchUp model.
Professional Drawing Techniques
Learn to draw plans and elevations to communicate designs and create professional images effectively. You can then import into Canva for your design presentations. The SketchUp course gives you all you need to go from hand-drawn plans to professional plans with our step-by-step video instructions, where you will also learn how we tackle designs. The FREE web version of Sketch Up is all you'll need as a beginner.
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Professional Design Skills
✔ How to confidently use SketchUp from scratch ✔ How to create accurate room layouts and drawings ✔ How to model kitchens, living spaces, and furniture ✔ How to apply materials, textures, and finishes ✔ How to present your designs professionally to clients ✔ How to turn your ideas into visuals people instantly understand
About the Course
This isn’t a generic software tutorial. This is SketchUp for interior designers. You’re not just learning tools - you’re learning how to think, design, and present like a professional. Taught by someone with 35+ years in the industry, you’ll shortcut years of trial and error. If you can’t show your ideas, you can’t sell them. Learn SketchUp the right way and transform how you design, present, and get paid.
Meet Your Instructor
Hello, I'm Gail Speck, your passionate and patient guide on your exciting interior design journey. With years of experience in commercial, residential, government, healthcare, and hospitality design, I'm here to share my expertise and help you unlock your design potential. Together, let’s explore the world of interior design and transform your passion into a valuable skill set. I can't wait to see you thrive in this creative field! You don't need any previous eperience for my courses, I simplify the jargon and they are for everyone with a passion for learning interior deisgn. My design courses are tailored to equip you with the knowledge needed to succeed in the interior design industry. With my extensive experience, I can help shorten your learning curve and ensure you benefit from practical insights. As a dedicated and patient teacher, I offer support in interior design, SketchUp, Canva, planning and presentation skills, and I love assisting new designers on their professional journeys. I run an interior design business and currently work in the industry. I have been teaching my own in-person courses for over 15 years and also instructing courses for the BAID (British Academy of Interior Design) at their UWE Frenchay campus. Additionally, I offer a mentoring program for designers at all levels, providing guidance on productivity, client relationships, coaching, and advice on running an interiors business. I also create tailor-made packages and solutions to meet your specific needs.
Course Curriculum
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Using SketchUp
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1. SketchUP intro
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2. SketchUP - the basics
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3. Starting a new design project
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4. The SketchUP interface
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5. drawing up your first survey
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6. grouping and stickiness
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7. the importance of grouping items
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8. the importance of tags
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9. setting up your model info
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9A. what happens if you don't have a survey?
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10. extruding walls
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11. adding doors and scale
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12. adding more doors
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13. adding wall openings, windows and scale
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14. adding a pantry to the kitchen area
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15. adding a pocket door
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16. planning kitchens
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17. adapting a kitchen layout
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18. modelling a 3D kitchen unit
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19. making a tall 3D kitchen unit (adapting an existing unit)
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20. modelling a drawer unit
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21. adapting units and modelling a worktop
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22. planning a kitchen island/peninsula
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23. planning the pantry
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24. adding a study area
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25. adding more furniture and accessories
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26. adding materials
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27. changing wall colours
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28. adapting materials
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29. Elevations and 3D views
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30. making your sketchup model photorealistic
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Student Testimonials
Discover how our courses are transforming the way people approach interior design. Read what our students have to say about their experience with courses run by Studio Speck and the valuable skills they've gained.
I just wanted to say a massive thank you for the last 3 days. You’ve really given me back my confidence in believing I can do this. The course was brilliant, you were so generous in sharing all of your knowledge and I didn’t feel stupid for not knowing enough, I felt like I could ask you anything. I loved every bit of it and have been buzzing ever since! I’ve never done anything where I can’t wait to do more of it asap, at break, lunch, before bed etc and just learn as much as I can.
Cardiff, UK
After completing the 3-day interior design workshop, we can highly recommend it to everyone! We travelled all the way from Israel to Cardiff for this workshop, and it was totally worth it. In fact, it exceeded all our expectations! The course covered a wide range of topics, including taking a brief from clients, surveying spaces, drawing plans to scale and creating mood boards. The workshop provided practical tools which can not only help develop a hobby but can also serve as a guide to begin working as an interior designer. The positive environment of the workshop buzzed with creativity and inspiration. The teacher, Gail Speck, was professional and down to earth but also warmhearted and fun. The small size of the group allowed each of us to receive personal attention and guidance while being encouraged to develop our own creative style. If you’re looking for some fun or for tools to start a business, this course is just for you! Highly recommended!
Israel
Thanks very much for the very useful course that I had with you! To be honest, I learned in these 3 days more than I learned in 3 years at uni! I graduated from my interior design course a year ago and to be very honest I wouldn't have made it without your CAD course, as I learned the basics through the course and I managed to learn so much more during my final year and did a laser cut model for my project using CAD, which was something that I have never believed that I can do! So thank you very much for every information you taught me through the course!
Cardiff, UK
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