How To Use Sketchup To Create A Closet?

In this video, the author and his wife Georgie demonstrate how to design a wardrobe and create visual designs using SketchUp and LayOut. They share tips on getting the depth and dimensions right for wardrobes/closets and designing the internals of the wardrobe, such as how much 2×4 lumber is needed. SketchUp is recommended for internal design modeling, especially for beginners.

To begin, the floor plan should be created first, with the cut-out space being the closet’s location. Download free BIM objects from over 2,000 manufacturers, including SketchUp, Autodesk, Revit, Vectorworks, or ArchiCAD. The author also discusses the design process for pantry and closet organization using SketchUp.

The author also shares their experience with assembly of kitchens, wardrobes, and other furniture, drawing and designing furniture using Sketchup and Kitchen D. SketchUp is a simple design program, but it still has a learning curve. For modeling, native tools can be used easily, and for CNC, the open cut list can be used to get the pieces easily.

Another project the author is working on is designing a hollow drawer with rounded corners, which will be made from plastic. The author requests feedback on their project and offers suggestions for improvement. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive guide to creating a wardrobe and closet using SketchUp and LayOut.