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6 October 2026 - News

From 3D Model to Job Site: Discover Trimble Site Contractor for SketchUp

With Trimble Site Contractor, an extension for SketchUp for Desktop included in SketchUp Pro Civil Contractor, Pro Advanced Workflows, and Studio, you can directly convert your 3D design into field-ready data for Trimble Siteworks and machine-ready files for Trimble Earthworks, enabling accurate layout and preventing costly rework.

A split image illustrating the digital workflow on the construction site. On the left, someone operates a rugged laptop in a truck cabin, displaying a 3D model of a foundation. On the right, a person holds a Trimble TSC7 data collector on-site, displaying the exact same plan in color for layout tasks.

1 October 2026 - News

Chaos Veras 5.2 with GPT-6 Astra and Claude Opus 5.5

Chaos Veras 5.2 is now capable of converting AI images into fully editable geometry for SketchUp, Rhino and Revit.

A futuristic, organically shaped architectural render at night, built on a reflective lake. The building features glass facades, illuminated contours, and a magical roof from which a glowing starry sky or Milky Way appears to flow. Silhouettes of people are standing on the docks and inside the atmospherically lit interior.

16 July 2026 - News

Faster Modeling in Undet for SketchUp 26.2

Undet for SketchUp 26.2 is here, featuring new tools to model in 3D directly from your scan data.

Undet is now also available for Revit 2026

15 July 2026 - News

Chaos Veras 4.6 is here: from still image to cinema-grade video!

Chaos Veras 4.6 introduces Google's Veo 3.1 video model, letting users turn still images into fluid, cinematic animations with a single click.

An impressive, photorealistic architectural visualization generated with Chaos Veras. The image features a spectacular, tiered modern building with large glass facades, green terraces, walking people, and a city skyline in the background during golden hour.

30 June 2026 - News

Discover CGconnect: Chaos’ gathering place for 3D professionals

Discover CGconnect: the community for 3D artists. Showcase your portfolio, improve your skills, and find jobs or top talent right away!

Architectural visualization of a peaceful retreat home under old oak trees, with soft mist, warm natural light, and reflective materials. Original render by LHBdesign.

29 June 2026 - News

Gaussian Splats added to SketchUp LABS

Test the beta version of Gaussian Splats for SketchUp now.

Illustration of a Gaussian splat combined with a SketchUp model

29 June 2026 - Blog

From SketchUp design to a quote in a single workflow

Peter Wuyts developed CabN8 to help interiors professionals save up to 80% of their drawing time through a single, integrated SketchUp workflow.

An infographic showing the CABN8 functionalities workflow, moving from 'Plan' (floor plan) to '3D Design' (cabinetry), 'Visualize' (rendering), 'Calculate' (cost estimation), and 'Part lists' (cutting lists). The icons are connected in a circle against a blurred kitchen background. Focus: CABN8 software, 3D interior design, calculation and parts lists.

24 June 2026 - Blog

20 Years of Design8: Standing on Our Own Two Feet (2005 – 2010)

Orlando finds himself suddenly standing on his own two feet, building Design8 bv from the ground up.

An overview photo of an early Design8 exhibition stand promoting SketchUp, featuring striking curved banners. Robert, in a red polo shirt, is neatly setting everything up on our stand at the Bouw & ICT Beurs 2006.

12 June 2026 - News

SketchUp 2026.2: packed with new possibilities

SketchUp 26.2 takes sustainable design, AI visualization, and documentation to the next level with the Analysis Hub, Nano Banana rendering, improved LayOut features, and smoother updates than ever.

The official hero image for SketchUp 2026.2. A crisp, diagonal split-screen showcases the impressive transformation of an uncolored, basic 3D SketchUp model (left) into a stunning, photorealistic render (right) full of lifelike trees, lighting, and reflections.

9 June 2026 - News

Ready for PlaceMaker v4? Here's what's changing!

PlaceMaker version 4 has been completely revamped and is now web-based. With a single license, you work in both SketchUp and Revit, and existing users can upgrade to this new version for free.