Using: SketchUp, V-Ray, Lumion, LayOut, Enscape
SketchUp is a powerful free graphic modeling tool that Energy Logic has successfully
adopted to streamline the from‐plans rating take‐off process for our clients. It has proven to
be a strong tool when reviewing probationary ratings and performing quality assurance. This
training is designed to familiarize you with SketchUp tool and provide you with practice
designing a model using the tool. Then we will use the scripts developed by Energy Logic to
generate a report designed for easy input into REM/Rate. Using SketchUp will improve your
speed and accuracy in performing.
V-Ray for SketchUp is Plug‐ in render engine for sketch, it converts the model into real photo
by editing in (Materials – Lighting – Mapping) it takes paths to get your model rendered by
trying and error.
 Covers the techniques of modeling and building skinning
 Covers the basic workflow of rendering simple scene with V‐Ray for SketchUp.
 Covers ways to use a variety of V‐Ray Lights for both day and night renders for an
exterior scene.
 Discusses the Quality of materials in V‐Ray for SketchUp.
 Covers the basics on using Sun and Sky Aerial Perspective in V‐Ray for SketchUp.
 Covers the full Usage of Lumion in creating 3D scenes and animations.
 What is the best techniques for animations and post productions