Google SketchUp is a 3D modelling program for a broad range of applications such as architectural, civil, mechanical, film as well as video game design — and available in free as well as 'professional' versions.
The program highlights its ease of use, and an online repository of model assemblies (e.g., windows, doors, automobiles, entourage, etc.) known as 3D Warehouse enables designers to locate, download, use and contribute free models. The program includes a drawing layout functionality, allows surface rendering in variable "styles," accommodates third-party "plug-in" programs enabling other capabilities (e.g., near photo realistic rendering) and enables placement of its models within Google Earth.
The latest version of Google SketchUp is Google SketchUp 8. SketchUp 8 provides easy access to Google's huge collection of geographic resources. The snapshot you get when you add a geo-location to your model now includes 3D terrain data that's more accurate, and -- for the first time -- aerial imagery in color.The Match Photo feature lets you trace one or more photographs to build a model; it's an incredibly powerful tool. When it comes to modeling existing buildings, it's hard to beat Google Building Maker for speed and efficiency. We've made it simpler to open and refine Building Maker models in SketchUp. Turn these on to see your model's obscured edges as dashed lines. A great alternative to Wireframe or X-Ray mode when you need to be able to see through your model. Automatically generate a shape that completely encloses two or more solids in your model.
There is a professional version which you have to pay for but it has alot more features such as a powerful new set of tools for additive and subtractive modeling, a dedicated tool for creating angular dimensions, support for DWG/DXF 2010 format with export, configurable dashed lines and Precise Move in LayOut.
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