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Drawing off axis in Sketchup or over a Google earth image can slow you down. Anyone got a better tip?

Hi guys, If you like to geo-locate your designs, then this tip will save you hours of frustration! When you import import your site with 3D terrain from Google Earth, it correctly orientates the site. However, if you want your model to be aligned with the global axis, so that you can accurately determine the […]


Understanding BIM Content

Many manufacturers make the classic error of trying to replicate their products exactly. This is a big mistake. It is also erroneous to think that one version of your content will suffice. The first thing that you need to understand is: different professionals will want to use your content in different ways. Many professionals speak […]


Manufacturers & BIM: Create the right content with RubySketch

BIM content can be detrimental to a manufacturer’s business, if it is not done correctly. Many manufacturers make the classic error of trying to replicate their products exactly. This is a big mistake. The people who will use your content are comprised of various professionals (architects, interior designers, builders), and each profession requires different kinds of […]


What’s New – v1.3.4

You Asked, We Listened We believe that PlusSpec for SketchUp is revolutionizing BIM/VDC (particularly within Residential construction). But, we are committed to making it even better. At PlusSpec, we take the time to listen to what our customers want. We value your feedback, and we would like to thank the PlusSpec community for your ongoing […]


What’s New – v1.3.3

This update includes the following: Component previews added to the Window, Door & Stair Tools LVL materials added to Rafter Tool Spreader options added to downpipe component Demolition & Existing options added to Roof Tool Bug fixes & improvements Check out the images below to see just a few of the new features in PlusSpec. […]


What’s New – v1.3.1

This update includes the following: Roof Framing Special Windows (Corner & Gable Windows) Miscellaneous (Brick Sill & Downpipe) Ancillaries (Frame Hardware) Water Feature, Toilet Roll Holder, Surface Water Pit, Skip Bins & Hedges Improved export for Layout Check out the images below to see just a few of the new features in PlusSpec. Roof Framing […]


PlusSpec Challenge – SketchUp Layout Competition: People’s Choice Award

Take part in determining the 4th Place Peoples Choice Awards by voting for your favourite drawings.  Our judges may have voted for their Top Three winners, but we have one more prize to give away. We have chosen some of our contestants who did not win one of the main prizes – and whoever gets […]


PlusSpec Challenge: Take a look at the drawings from our Winners!

We would like to once again thank everyone who participated in the PlusSpec Challenge – SketchUp Layout Competition. We had some amazing entries, all of which, are proof of the professionalism and power of SketchUp Layout. We would also like to thank our judges: Kristoff Rand, James Hannigan, Richard Jeffrey, Jean-Luc Clauss, Duane Kemp, and […]


Winners Announced for the PlusSpec Challenge: Present + Document – The SketchUp Layout Competition

We are proud to announce the winners for the PlusSpec Challenge – SketchUp Layout Competition 2015. 1st Place: Tom Kaneko (Tom Kaneko Design & Architecture) 2nd Place: Kevin Hui (4Site Architecture) 3rd Place: Luke Whitelock (Film set designer) We would like to thank everyone who took part in the competition, and we look forward to […]


Efficiency creates throughput and job creation. My 2 cents worth.

I find it amazing that many shy away from innovation for fear of it rendering personnel redundant. It is a counterproductive argument. Just imagine if Henry Ford decided not to create motorized vehicles for the fear it would put blacksmiths out of work. History shows blacksmiths became mechanics and the world moved on. Sure there […]