Architectural Visualization
with SketchUp, Lumion & D5
Master industry-leading tools to create stunning architectural visualizations and boost your career
Key Course Features
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3 Month Program
SK1209 online (Sun) · SP1309 physical (Sat)
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TVEC Certification
Recognized by industry professionals
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Expert-Led Training
Industry-experienced instructors
Next Batch Starts Soon
August 16, 2026
The batch started on August 16, 2026 is now in progress.
Stay tuned for our next batch starting soon!
WHY THIS COURSE STANDS OUT
Discover the unique advantages that make our Architectural Visualization program exceptional
Industry-Standard Tools
Master SketchUp for modeling, Lumion for real-time rendering, and D5 Render for photorealistic visualization - the complete professional workflow
Practical Projects
Work on real-world projects including single-story and two-story buildings, with detailed modeling, texturing, lighting and rendering
Career Opportunities
Architectural visualization is one of the most in-demand skills in the AEC industry, opening doors to roles in architecture firms, real estate, and visualization studios
Course Details
Program Overview
Our Certificate in Architectural Visualization with SketchUp, Lumion and D5 is a transformative program designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel in architectural visualization. SketchUp, Lumion and D5 Render are industry-leading tools — this August 2026 batch (SK1209 online & SP1309 physical) covers 3D modeling, real-time rendering, photorealistic visualization, and presentation workflows for architectural projects.
As an Autodesk Authorized Training Center accredited by TVEC, we deliver practical, industry-relevant training through online and physical batches. Download the official August 2026 program leaflet for the full lesson outline (Lessons 01–19), batch schedules, and payment details.
What You'll Learn
- 3D visualization fundamentals and SketchUp interface & navigation
- Basic and advanced SketchUp modeling — groups, components, tags & scenes
- Single-story and two-story architectural models from plan to landscape
- Material application, texture import & 3D Warehouse components
- Detailing doors, windows, skirting, roofs, ceilings & landscape elements
- Styles, shadows, and exporting images, PDFs & animations from SketchUp
- Lumion exterior & interior rendering — lighting, materials, weather & presets
- D5 Render scene setup, lighting, materials, camera & video export
Program Structure
Full syllabus from the August 2026 batch leaflet — SK1209 (online) & SP1309 (physical).
| Module | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Lesson 01: Introduction to 3D Visualization and SketchUp | 3D visualization applications, SketchUp overview, interface & Trimble integration |
| Lesson 02: Software Interface and Navigation | Axes, orbit, pan, selection tools; File, Edit, View, Camera & Window tabs; basic modeling tools |
| Lesson 03: Basic Modeling Techniques and Practice | Move, rotate, copy, push/pull, scale, offset, Follow Me; groups, components & tags |
| Lesson 04: Advanced Modeling Techniques | Complex shapes, guides, Outliner, Entity Info, Components Tray; in-class bookshelf project |
| Lesson 06: Single Story Plan (DWG) | Single-story plans, modeling walls, door/window openings & floor design |
| Lesson 07: Material Application — Part 01 | Applying materials, scaling & resizing, texture positioning, custom paint swatches |
| Lesson 08: Materials — Part 02 | On-screen color matching, importing textures & wallpaper from external sources |
| Lesson 09: Free 3D Models and Materials | 3D Warehouse, TurboSquid, CGTrader; licensing, selection & download best practices |
| Lesson 10: Importing from 3D Warehouse | Searching, selecting & importing components; scaling and alignment |
| Lesson 11: Component Tool Palette & Window | Component Tool Palette navigation, customization & advanced component management |
| Lesson 12: Detailing the Single-Story Plan | Skirting details, roof design & ceiling completion |
| Lesson 13: Doors, Windows & Other Elements | Door/window placement, moldings, trims, stairs, railings & balconies |
| Lesson 14: Designing a Two-Story Model | Walls, floors, slabs, beams & columns for a two-story structure |
| Lesson 15: Finalizing the Two-Story Model | Landscape design — gardens, pathways, vegetation & hardscaping |
| Lesson 16: Tags, Scenes & Export for Rendering | Design option tags, scene setup, styles & shadows; export images, PDF & animation for Lumion |
| Lesson 17: Lumion — Exterior Scenes | Model import, lighting & shadows, render presets, materials, assets & scene detailing |
| Lesson 18: Lumion — Interior Scenes | Camera techniques, interior lighting, weather effects, color correction & material setup |
| Lesson 19: Introduction to D5 Render | Interface, scene setup, lighting, materials, camera & rendering settings; image & video export |
Course Information
Duration
3 Months (Online Batch)
3 Months (Physical Batch)
Next Batch Starts
August 16, 2026 — SK1209 (Online)
August 15, 2026 — SP1309 (Physical)
Delivery Mode
Online (Zoom) or Physical
Certification
Certificate in Architectural Visualization with Sketchup, Lumion and D5 (Offered by TVEC)
Assessment Methods
Who Should Attend
- Architecture students and graduates
- Interior designers
- 3D visualization artists
- Real estate professionals
- Anyone interested in architectural visualization
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Mr. Chamika Semasinghe
Architectural 3D Visualizer
Teaching Courses
Architectural Visualization with Sketchup and Lumion
RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATES
Earn industry-recognized certifications upon successful completion
Autodesk Certificate
This Autodesk-recognized diploma certifies your proficiency in BIM with Revit Architecture, valued by employers worldwide.
TVEC Certificate
The Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) accredited certificate validates your skills according to national standards.
Both certificates will be awarded upon successful completion of all course requirements and assessments.
ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
August 2026 batches SK1209 (online) & SP1309 (physical) — flexible payment plans to suit your needs
Online Batch
SK1209
- Online Class (Zoom)
- Commence on Sunday - August 16, 2026
- Classes on Sunday at 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Duration - 3 Months (72 Theory Hours)
- Payment Structure: Rs. 12,500 x 2 = Rs. 25,000
- Rs. 20,000 for one-time payment (Rs. 5,000 discount)
- 1st installment due August 30, 2026 · 2nd installment due September 30, 2026
Physical Batch
SP1309
- Physical Class - Colombo 3
- Commence on Saturday - August 15, 2026
- Classes on Saturday at 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
- Duration - 3 Months (72 Theory Hours)
- Payment Structure: Rs. 15,000 x 2 = Rs. 30,000
- Rs. 25,000 for one-time payment (Rs. 5,000 discount)
- 1st installment due August 29, 2026 · 2nd installment due September 29, 2026
Special Bundle Offer — AutoCAD + SketchUp, Lumion & D5
August 2026 batches · 20% bundle discount · AC315/AP409 + SK1209/SP1309
Enroll in both Architectural Visualization with SketchUp, Lumion and D5 and Diploma in Engineering Draftsmanship with AutoCAD together and save Rs. 10,000 on the combined program fee.
Online Bundle
AC315 + SK1209 · Zoom classes
- AutoCAD AC315 — Sat & Thu 7–10 PM · orientation 15 Aug 2026
- SketchUp, Lumion & D5 SK1209 — Sun 7–10 PM · orientation 16 Aug 2026
- Rs. 20,000 × 2 installments or Rs. 40,000 one-time payment
Physical Bundle
AP409 + SP1309 · Colombo 3
- AutoCAD AP409 — Sat 8:30 AM–12:30 PM · orientation 15 Aug 2026
- SketchUp, Lumion & D5 SP1309 — Sat 1–5 PM · orientation 15 Aug 2026
- Rs. 25,000 × 2 installments or Rs. 50,000 one-time payment
Contact student coordinators at 077 124 6397 / 077 520 7100 or finance@cadacademy.lk for bundle enrollment assistance.
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