What's New in SketchUp 2025

A new generation of visualization, content libraries, and interoperability.

Do more in less time, with less effort and rework.

Explore new 2025 capabilities that will help

you tell a richer story.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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

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. 

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.

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.

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

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-use,

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.

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.

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.

DOCUMENTATION

Improved round trip 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.

Why choose to purchase with a SketchUp Authorized Reseller?

As an official SketchUp authorized reseller, we have a privileged relationship with Trimble to empower us to offer several advantages to our customers:


Local support in your language and time zone

Seamless purchase experience in your local currency

Friendly, reliable, and secure services

Training programs to get our clients onboarded with SketchUp


Do you have a question about the new version of SketchUp? Contact our team to get personalized advice!

Additional Resources

Release Notes


Explore technical documentation on new features, updates, and bug fixes - https://help.sketchup.com/en/release-notes/sketchup-desktop-20250



Frequently asked questions

Interested in trying the 3D modeling tool trusted by over one million subscribers? Explore SketchUp Pro and Studio plans to find the right fit for your creative needs. Get access to the latest features and never miss out on new ways to optimize your workflow while staying secure.

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.

Read the SketchUp release notes for more details - https://help.sketchup.com/accounts-and-administration/updating-sketchup


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


See the requirements - https://help.sketchup.com/en/sketchup/system-requirements


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


See the details - https://help.sketchup.com/en/migrating-to-new-version


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