What's New in SketchUp 2025
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.
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.
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 Sub-headline: Enhanced IFC compatibility
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.
Feature breakdown
New features by plan
SketchUp Pro
● Photoreal materials on iPad, Web & Desktop
● Environments in iPad, Web & Desktop
● Content library and manager
● Pre-built configurable models
● IFC class recognition & preservation
● 2D documentation tool improvements
● Photoreal material support – USDz & GLTF
SketchUp Studio
● Select Revit 3D Views to Import
● Enhanced Revit import data preservation
● Refreshed Scan Essentials UI
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 timezone
● 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
I don't have a SketchUp subscription. How can I access these features?
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.
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.
Where can I learn more about the new features?
Read the SketchUp release notes for more details – https://help.sketchup.com/accounts-and-administration/updating-sketchup
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. See the requirements – https://help.sketchup.com/en/sketchup/system-requirements
How can I migrate my extensions, templates, and custom materials?
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