Lesson Planning

Can you identify 3D shapes used to create buildings? Have a go at developing your own 3D building using Sketchup. Make sure it is in line with ‘building regs’ and learn some tricks of the trade to help make them more interesting and intricate. Can you spot any pitfalls?

Teaching Outcomes:

• To use Sketchup software to create a 3D fantasy building.
• To use the measuring feature of Sketchup to adhere to given size parameters.
• To generate ideas for a fantasy building based on the work of selected architects.

Children will:

• Sketch a building design inspired by selected architects.
• Create a 3D fantasy building on Sketchup.
• Identify 3D shapes in images of buildings.
• Use the measuring feature of Sketchup in line with ‘building regulations’.
• Identify any pitfalls of the Sketchup software.