What's new in SketchUp for teams

What’s new in SketchUp

A new generation of visualization, content libraries, and interoperability. Do more in less time, with less effort and rework.

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Explore new 2025 capabilities that will help you tell a richer story.

VISUALIZATION

Real-time, realistic visuals inside SketchUp

Photorealistic materials and environments

Use true-to-life finishes and skydomes to accurately convey materials and deepen client alignment. Apply photoreal materials in one click or dial in advanced settings, and see the effect in real-time.

Create visually stunning work

ARCHITECTURE

Invite clients to feel your vision. Create stunning photorealistic visuals that immerse stakeholders in the reality of their spaces, integrating environments and customizable real-world materials.

INTERIOR DESIGN

Bring your vision to life with compelling visuals that capture the true essence of your designs. Tailor each detail and exceed client expectations with access to libraries of new photoreal materials.

CONSTRUCTION

Make bids impactful with previews that use customizable materials and reflect the real world. Streamline logistics and virtual walkthroughs with accurate details to achieve alignment and reduce errors.

RETAIL

Create immersive experiences that convey ambience and materiality. From in-house merchandising and environmental design to custom build-outs, push the boundaries of visual storytelling to get the sale.

See what customers are saying

The IFC import updates are incredible and improve the coordination of models within architectural design. The new material editor and HDRI styles open up countless possibilities for visualization.

Lucas Grolla

Architect & Owner, Grolla Arquitetura

Having photoreal materials and environments natively within SketchUp is exciting! Accessing high-quality, realistic materials makes it easier to quickly present designs that resonate with clients.

Kate Hatherell

Director, The Interior Designers Hub

CONTENT

New library with curated subscriber content

Save time and iterate quicker with new, curated asset libraries. 3D Warehouse offers subscribers a refreshed content library that delivers organized, easy-to-access, configurable models, materials and environments.

Configurable models

Find, adjust, and place objects in your project quickly with pre-built, configurable assets to optimize your process. Access assets ranging from furniture to building elements, like doors, walls, windows, and much more.

BROWSE LIBRARY

Materials & environments

Access premium, curated true-to-life materials to clearly communicate your vision. New libraries of photoreal materials and environments augment default libraries to ensure you have the exact context for your projects.

BROWSE LIBRARY

DOCUMENTATION

Move seamlessly between SketchUp and LayOut

New improvements to LayOut

Easily transition from 3D in SketchUp for Desktop to 2D in LayOut with familiar tool behavior. LayOut updates offer more control and precision, ultimately improving workflows and increasing efficiency and predictability in an easier-to-learn package.

INTEROPERABILITY

Improved roundtrip file support and new component dictionaries

Enhanced IFC compatibility

Experience upgraded transitions in and out of SketchUp with our latest IFC improvements. Keep your data intact and your workflow smooth, minimizing the risk of data loss and manual rework while increasing your project's efficiency and reliability.

New features by plan

New in Go

Photoreal materials in iPad & Web
Environments in iPad & Web
Content library and manager
Pre-built configurable models

Pro

Everything in Go, plus

Photoreal materials in Desktop
Environments in Desktop
IFC class recognition & preservation
2D documentation tool improvements
Photoreal material support - USDz & GLTF

Studio

Everything in Go & Pro, plus

Select Revit 3D Views to Import
Enhanced Revit import data preservation
Refreshed Scan Essentials UI

Additional resources

Read the blog

Discover how new features can help you level-up and refine your workflow.

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Release notes

Explore technical documentation on new features, updates, and bug fixes.

Release notes

Previous updates

Add visual depth with Ambient Occlusion and more.

Updates

Frequently asked questions

I don't have a SketchUp subscription. How can I access these features?

Interested in trying the 3D modeling tool trusted by teams across the globe? Talk to your local team of experts to find the right fit for your team's creative needs. Get access to the latest features and never miss out on new ways to optimize your workflows while staying secure.

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I’m a SketchUp subscriber. How do I update to the latest version?

As an existing subscriber, you can update SketchUp immediately. Pro and Studio subscribers can download the latest version of SketchUp for Desktop here. Visit the Help Center for instructions on how to update all applications, including SketchUp for Web and iPad.

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Where can I learn more about the new features?

Read our release notes and blog for all the details. Join our webinar to discover what’s new in 2025 and get tips to refine your workflow.

What are the hardware requirements for these new features?

Like many computer programs, SketchUp requires certain hardware and software specifications in order to install and run.

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How can I migrate my extensions, templates, and custom materials?

Read this Help Center article and learn how to migrate your extensions, templates and custom materials smoothly.

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