Interesting. I can't seem to find if it is using a proprietary OS or windows.

You can accomplish this using the "Dennis Technique". I'm not sure this can be done in SketchUp alone.
The pdf tutorial attachment.TheDennisTechnique.pdf
It does require a few photoshop skills, most of which are well explained in the pdf.
Hope it helps.

Richard
Wow, thanks so much.
I was looking for a way to enhance a submission, and this just may be the ticket.

This could scare the sh** out of you.

Wave concrete bath by dade design http://www.dade-design.com/collections.php?lang=en

Waking up can be a blast!
Defusable alarm clock http://nootropicdesign.com/defusableclock/?utm_source=projectlab&utm_medium=ad&utm_content=banner1&utm_campaign=projectlab

Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter http://www.reiulframstadarkitekter.no/main.asp?menu=works&sortby=
Restaraunt and Service Center at the foot of Troll Wall in Norway
And another of their amazing projects.

The National Tourist Route Trollstigen

John, another beauty. Your Photoshop work is really top notch, with such attention to detail.
Oh and forget the old fashioned people
Is she actually texting?

One of the things I do before every import is make sure the camera is in parallel projection, top view. I can't explain why, but this has really helped to assure there are less problems down the line.
Since quite often I am receiving AutoCad drawings from others, I think I will compile a list from suggestions here and send it to the exporter as a to-do list before sending me the file.

I have also noted less problems with exports from other Cad software ie: Vectorworks, Softplan.
Edson, this is a great idea for a thread.

This is a pretty neat example of what is possible in scale with Lumion. Well done.
I have downloaded the trial version, but it crashes on opening. I was pretty disappointed.

There are some that may fit the bill at Cadyou http://www.cadyou.com/download/1400/wood-panelling

@tspco said:

That works quite well, Dave. We know that trusses (joists) can be made is different depths, lengths of span, etc. based on the application. They also come in different styles, but how are they made?
I found a website that offers a little online app that allows you to enter your loads, static and dynamic, truss depth, length, etc. It outputs the suggested truss for your application. I just threw some random numbers in the, it told me that I need a 60" deep truss, for my application and the other specs as well. Kind of fun to play with.
I dropped them a line, we will see what happens.

I wouldn't mind a link to that website if you don't mind, may come in quite handy.
In wood trusses we usually use the rule of thumb 1" of depth per foot of span, so a 5' depth sounds like quite a span.

Or these in the old mans shop.
Rigid

Do these still roam the streets?

Hey Richard
I have always been an admirer of your minimalistic approach in your renderings, which also reflect your designs.
The massing and material choices are perfect.

This is a real powerful graphic. Gives s sense of monumental.

This is amazing!
Certainly would blow the sox off a client.

@hellnbak said:

Very nice, Dale. Your work always impresses me.

One question - can you smoke in there?

Unfortunately no.
There are really strong anti smoking regulations in this Province. You can't even smoke within 5m from the door.

Thanks Guys
Mike, I wish I could find entourage that works for me. I keep trying, but it always looks so PS added entourageY.
This particular set of renderings were directed totally at the local planners, who had very specific requests after our site meeting.
So they were put together to address their concerns for the function of the delivery area, An area that could be used by the local community for meetings, and a gateway from the main parking area that would highlight this, and allow the public to safely get to the lower level, building height and daylighting with concern that the elevational drop from the upper parking lot to the lower delivery area would actually work, and taking advantage of exposure for green wall style vegetation. In this case the wall vegetation is intended to be grapes and hops, which will be brewed into a limited edition wine and beer which can then be used for things like charity auctions etc.
The actual submission for the zoning amendment goes in on Monday.
Wish us luck.

Sometimes the finest designs just happen...

Now, normally that would be a hard act to follow.
Then i caught a glimpse of the work of Joseph Walsh http://www.josephwalshstudio.com/2011/index.php/home

I think Mr. Walsh says it all in the first paragraph: