What You'll Learn

Discover how to create stunning mood boards that showcase your designs and communicate your ideas effectively in a visually engaging way.

In this comprehensive online course you'll learn how to create impactful mood boards using SketchUp & LayOut.

  • Create Stunning Mood Boards – Master the art of designing professional mood boards to communicate your creative vision effectively.

  • Design Layouts in LayOut – Use LayOut to craft polished, client-ready presentations with text annotations and graphic elements.

  • Visual Storytelling Techniques – Combine colors, textures, and 3D elements to create cohesive, impactful visual narratives.

  • Export High-Quality Presentations – Deliver impressive digital and print-ready mood boards for architecture, interior design, and branding projects.

Course curriculum

    1. Mood Board Design Course - Exercise Files

    1. Lesson 01. Setting Up Your SketchUp Workspace

    2. Lesson 02. Create a Custom Basic Working Style in SketchUp

    3. Lesson 03. Add Your Custom Style to Sketchup Default Templates

    4. Lesson 04. Customizing LayOut Interface

    1. Lesson 01. Create Custom Title Block Templates in LayOut

    2. Lesson 02. Automate LayOut Text using Auto-Text Tags

    3. Lesson 03. Create Cover Page Title using Layers in LayOut

    1. Lesson 01. Create Custom Scrapbooks Library in LayOut

    2. Lesson 02. Save & Use Your Scrapbooks in LayOut

    3. Lesson 03. Edit & Update Your Scrapbooks in LayOut

    4. Lesson 04. Importing CAD / DWG Files to Your Scrapbooks Library

    5. Lesson 05. How to Add a Shared Scrapbooks to Your Library

    1. Lesson 01. SketchUp Fundamentals for Mood Boards

    2. Lesson 02. Using SketchUp to Create Visual References

    1. Lesson 01. Layout Techniques for Mood Board Presentations

    2. Lesson 02. Create a Clipping Mask in LayOut

    3. Lesson 03. Customize Text and Labels

    4. Lesson 04. Final Project: Present Your Design to the World

About this course:

  • $49.99
  • 19 lessons
  • Lifetime access
  • Downloadable resources
  • Certificate of completion

This Course is For

  • Interior designers and architects
    looking to enhance their presentation skills.

  • Beginners and intermediate
    who want to create clear and professional mood boards.

  • Design professionals
    seeking to elevate their portfolio with high-quality 3D visuals.

Students Reviews

🌟 4.7 course rating • 23 ratings

FAQs

  • Do I need prior experience with SketchUp or LayOut?

    This course is designed for both beginners and intermediate users. Some basic knowledge of SketchUp is helpful, but not necessary.

  • What software do I need to take this course?

    You’ll need SketchUp (any version) and LayOut (available with SketchUp Pro) to follow along with the course.

  • Can I take this course at my own pace?

    Yes! You’ll have lifetime access to all course materials, so you can learn at your own pace.