1. Our Vision & Global Presence
SketchUp.CGTips.org is one of the most popular and trusted sources of SketchUp content worldwide. We provide thousands of 3D models, interior and exterior scenes, furniture, decorative items, and materials (textures) for architects, interior designers, and 3D artists.
With a focus on quality, accessibility, and diversity, SketchUp.CGTips.org has become a go-to resource for designers, students, and 3D enthusiasts who need high-quality SketchUp models for their projects.
2. Our Story
We started as a small group of SketchUp and 3D visualization enthusiasts who realized that many great models existed online — but were often scattered, expensive, or difficult to access. Our goal was simple: create a shared library where anyone could easily find, download, and use SketchUp models for their projects — while respecting copyright and usage guidelines.
Initially, we shared just a few dozen interior models within the Vietnamese design community. Thanks to user contributions, international collaborations, and positive community feedback, our library quickly expanded. We introduced better categorization, copyright management, and user-friendly download systems, along with strategic partnerships to maintain quality and sustainability.
Today, SketchUp.CGTips.org serves as a bridge between creators and users — connecting the Vietnamese design community with the global SketchUp world. Every model published on our site is verified, properly credited, and distributed under clear usage terms — because transparency and trust are at the heart of what we do.
3. Our Partners & Strategic Collaborations
Throughout our journey, we’ve been fortunate to collaborate with leading names in the 3D and design industry:
- CGTips – As our parent platform, CGTips is a well-known resource hub for CG content such as 3D models, textures, and effects. SketchUp.CGTips.org is a specialized branch focusing solely on SketchUp models, inheriting CGTips’ experience, standards, and creative community.
- Trimble – The developer of SketchUp. By adhering to Trimble’s licensing and file format standards, we ensure every model is structured correctly, copyright-compliant, and fully compatible with SketchUp.
- Poliigon – A leading provider of premium textures and materials. Through collaboration, we highlight and recommend high-quality Poliigon materials that perfectly complement SketchUp models featured in our library.
- Google AdSense – To support operational costs, hosting, and licensing, we integrate Google AdSense in a non-intrusive way. Advertisements are displayed selectively and responsibly, ensuring a smooth user experience while helping sustain our free and low-cost content for the community.
4. Our Mission & Commitment
- Free or Affordable Access: We strive to lower barriers for students, freelancers, and small design studios to access professional-grade SketchUp resources.
- Transparency & Copyright Respect: Every model includes author credits, licensing terms, and clear usage conditions.
- Quality & Usability: Each model is reviewed, categorized, and optimized for easy download and preview.
- Community & Collaboration: We encourage designers to share their models, contribute to our library, and grow together as a global creative community.
If you have any inquiries, suggestions, or feedback, please do not hesitate to contact us at sketchup@cgtips.org or via our contact page. We sincerely appreciate your interest and look forward to hearing from you.