SketchUp

Your SketchUp CAD-to-Web Pipeline Is Too Slow

Converting SketchUp data into web-ready 3D is manual, inconsistent, and slow. We replace that with a structured pipeline: optimized exports, PBR materials, and assets ready for configurators and visualization.

1,000+
Models Delivered
3–7 Days
Typical Delivery per Model
Up to 60%
Lower Cost vs In-House
Since 2020
Production Experience

SketchUp-to-Web Conversion Challenges

Extension-dependent exports create inconsistent quality across different output formats
Material and texture mappings don't transfer cleanly to web-ready formats
Large architectural models exceed polygon budgets for real-time viewing
Component definitions and dynamic components lose functionality in exports
Layer organization doesn't translate to scene management in visualization apps
Geo-location and shadow settings require manual recreation in new environments
Section cuts and scenes don't export as interactive viewing states
Plugin dependencies create workflow bottlenecks when team members use different setups

These aren't edge cases. They're the default at 50+ SKUs. As your catalog grows, these issues compound. Most teams that reach us have already tried hiring, freelancing, or waiting it out.

Most of Our Clients Come to Us After Struggling With:

Hiring and retaining 3D artists who understand configurator logic
Inconsistent output quality across freelancers or internal teams
Production cycles that can't keep up with product launches
Scaling from 20 to 200+ SKUs without a structured pipeline

If this sounds familiar, you're not behind: you're exactly where our best partnerships started.

SketchUp-to-Web Export Pipeline

See how architectural models transform for online delivery

SketchUp Source
.skp File
Dynamic Components
Materials
Scenes
Export Stage
Collada (.dae)
OBJ
FBX
3DS
Optimization
Polygon Reduction
UV Remapping
Texture Baking
LOD Generation
Web Output
glTF/GLB
USDZ (AR)
Optimized Textures

We bridge the gap between desktop design and web delivery.

How We Removed the Bottleneck for a Premium Configurator

Table du Sud

Premium Dutch furniture brand operating a complex configurator with thousands of material and dimension combinations.

As their configurator scaled, internal 3D production couldn't keep up. Delivery slowed down, costs increased, and maintaining consistency became difficult.

We replaced their internal pipeline with a structured production system, optimized for configurators, allowing them to scale output without increasing complexity.

70%
Cost Reduction
3×
Faster Delivery
200+
Models Delivered

This isn't a one-off result. This is what happens when a configurator pipeline is built to scale.

Our production approach applies across platforms, including SketchUp, with consistent quality and structured delivery.

Our SketchUp Conversion Approach

Format Translation

Expert conversion from SKP to web-ready glTF, USDZ, and optimized mesh formats with material fidelity.

Polygon Optimization

Reduce architectural model complexity while preserving visual quality for real-time rendering.

Texture Management

Bake complex material stacks into efficient PBR textures optimized for web delivery.

Component Preservation

Maintain logical model structure for interactive experiences and configuration systems.

In-House vs. Seven Studio

In-House 3D
Seven Studio
Monthly Cost€3,000–5,000 per artist (salary + overhead)Flexible monthly plans starting lower
Ramp-Up Time2–4 months (hiring + onboarding)Start within 1 week
CapacityLimited to team sizeScale to 50–100+ models/month
Platform KnowledgeRequires SketchUp-specific trainingPre-built SketchUp workflows
RiskEmployee turnover disrupts pipelineCancel or adjust anytime

Most SketchUp clients move to Seven Studio to regain speed and control without increasing headcount.

What We Deliver

Web-optimized glTF/GLB files ready for online viewers
AR-ready USDZ files for iOS Quick Look
Compressed texture atlases with PBR materials
Multiple LOD versions for performance scaling
Organized scene hierarchies for interactive control
Documentation for integration into your web platform

How We Work

1

Model Review

Analyze your SketchUp files for optimization opportunities and format requirements.

2

Conversion & Optimization

Transform and optimize your models for target platforms and performance budgets.

3

Delivery & Support

Provide web-ready assets with integration guidance for your visualization platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

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See How Your SketchUp Workflow Should Be Optimized

Send us one product from your catalog. We'll show you how it can be structured, optimized, and scaled inside your SketchUp setup.

1

Send Your Product

Share one product or configuration example

2

We Analyze Your Setup

We map how it should be structured for scalability

3

Get a Clear Improvement Plan

You'll see exactly where your current pipeline slows you down

Get Your Free Pipeline Breakdown

No commitment. No generic advice. Just a clear view of how to improve your current setup.

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