31 December 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #226: Compass (Navigational)

The winner of previous Challenge #226: Compass (Navigational) is...

Boussole ancienne by Michael BAUDET Congratulations on your win! Your winner certificate is available in the Challenge Winners section and your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #227 One Horse Open Sleigh21 December 2015 - 3 January 2016
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 227

21 December 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #227 - One Horse Open Sleigh


Monday, 21 December 2015 - Sunday, 3 January 2016


This challenge is inspired by, the common American Christmas song, "Jingle Bells" written by  James Lord Pierpont in 1850 under it's original title of "One Horse Open Sleigh".

For this challenge you are to model a one-horse-open-sleigh suitable for a sleigh race for a horseman and one rider in the spirit of the song. 

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 227

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Old Man Winter for the challenge suggestion.

Reminder: Participants in challenges (those whom submit models) are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

20 December 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #226: Compass (Navigational)

Voting Closes: Thursday, 31 December 2015 @ 5:00PM PST

Challenge #226: Compass (Navigational) has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

18 December 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #225: Merry-Go-Round

The winner of previous Challenge #225: Merry-Go-Round is...

Merry-Go-Round by Daniel P. Congratulations on your win! Your winner certificate is available in the Challenge Winners section and your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #226 Compass (Navigational): 7 December 2015 - 20 December 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 226

07 December 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #226: Compass (Navigational)


Monday, 7 December 2015 - Sunday, 20 December 2015


The magnetic compass was invented early in the Chinese Han Dynasty about 2,200 years ago but not until the 11th century did the Song Dynasty adapt it for use in navigation. Its use continues today but GPS receivers and solid-state magnetic sensors in other electronic devices have largely replaced it.

For this challenge, you are to model a mechanical navigational compass of any known design or a design from your own imagination and should contain all the parts required for operation. Be careful not to get lost.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 226

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Mr_Barber for the topic suggestion.

Reminder: Participants in challenges (those whom submit models) are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

Note: All challenges going forward will start on every other Monday, run for two weeks and end on a Sunday. Voting period will begin at 5PM PST/PDT on the last day of each challenge and will end on the Thursday before the next challenge begins. This change is to make the challenges more efficient to administrate.

06 December 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #225: Merry-Go-Round

Voting Closes: Thursday, 17 December 2015 @ 5:00PM PST

Challenge #225: Merry-Go-Round has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

04 December 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #224: Mailboxes

The winner of previous Challenge #224: Mailboxes is...
Set of Mailboxes by Martin C. Congratulations on your win! Your winner certificate is available in the Challenge Winners section and your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #225 Merry-Go-Round: 23 November 2015 - 6 December 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 225

23 November 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #225: Merry-Go-Round


Monday, 23 November 2015 - Sunday, 6 December 2015


The Merry-Go-Round, also known as a Carousel or a Roundabout, is a popular amusement ride typically involving the riding of wooden horses over a rotating platform. Prior to the mid-19th century, the horses were mounted to chains and would fly out from centrifugal force. (What could possibly go wrong?) The activity actually evolved out of a combat preparation exercise for horsemen in the middle ages, believe it or not. Modern Merry-Go-Rounds also include seats and benches in addition to the horses.

For this challenge you are to model a Merry-Go-Round (rotate clockwise) or a Carousel (rotate counter- or anti-clockwise) of either the platform or chain-suspended variety.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 225

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Sketchmaster Tóth for the challenge suggestion.

Reminder: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

Note: All challenges going forward will start on every other Monday, run for two weeks and end on a Sunday. Voting period will begin at 5PM PST/PDT on the last day of each challenge and will end on the Thursday before the next challenge begins. This change is to make the challenges more efficient to administrate.

22 November 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #224: Mailboxes

Voting Closes: Thursday, 03 December 2015 @ 5:00PM PST

Challenge #224: Mailboxes has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

19 November 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #223: Outdoor Pavilion

The winner of previous Challenge #223: Outdoor Pavilion is...
Park/Estate Pavilion by Mr_Barber Congratulations on your win! Your winner certificate is available in the Challenge Winners section and your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #224 Mailboxes: 9 November 2015 - 22 November 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 224

09 November 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #224: Mailboxes


Monday, 09 November 2015 - Sunday, 22 November 2015


A mailbox or letterbox is a receptacle for receiving incoming mail for a private residence or business. They sometimes combine with parcel boxes for package delivery, but for the most part, used for correspondence. Due to more reliance on electronic communication, these may soon become relics of the past.

For this challenge, you are to model an existing mailbox design or one from your own imagination. You may create an array of mailboxes or a single receptacle. A high level of detail is strongly encouraged to set your model apart from the others.


3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 224


Reminder: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

Note: All challenges going forward will start on every other Monday, run for two weeks and end on a Sunday. Voting period will begin at 5PM PST/PDT on the last day of each challenge and will end on the Thursday before the next challenge begins. This change is to make the challenges more efficient to administrate.

08 November 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #223: Outdoor Pavilion

Voting Closes: Thursday, 19 November 2015 @ 5:00PM PST

Challenge #223: Outdoor Pavilion has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

28 October 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #221: Dream Home

The winner of previous Challenge #221: Dream Home is...
Dream Home by Daniel P. Congratulations on your win! Your winner certificate is available in the Challenge Winners section and your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #223 Outdoor Pavilion: 26 October 2015 - 8 November 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 223

26 October 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #223: Outdoor Pavilion

Monday, 26 October 2015 - Sunday, 08 November 2015


For this challenge you are to design and model a pavilion, and more specifically: an outdoor open-air pavilion. These are freestanding structures designed as a place for people to gather for relaxation and events.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 223

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Daniel Papen for inspiring the topic of the challenge.

Reminder: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

Note: All challenges going forward will start on every other Monday, run for two weeks and end on a Sunday. Voting period will begin at 5PM PST/PDT on the last day of each challenge and will end on the Thursday before the next challenge begins. This change is to make the challenges more efficient to administrate.

24 October 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #220: Concept Car

The winner of previous Challenge #220: Concept Car is...
Concept Car by Sketchmaster Tóth. Congratulations on your win! Your winner certificate is available in the Challenge Winners section and your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #222 Halloween 2015: 15 October 2015 - 26 October 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 222

15 October 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #221: Dream Home


Challenge #221: Dream Home has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #222 Halloween 2015: 15 October 2015 - 26 October 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 222

SketchUp 3D Challenge #222: Halloween 2015


Thursday, 15 October 2015 - Monday, 26 October 2015


For this challenge, you are to model something relating to Halloween. It can be anything as long as it remains family friendly (please use your best judgement). The most important thing is to have fun and to avoid that shadowy figure standing behind you... 

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 222

Standard Participation rules apply. Thanks to Icahabod Crane for the topic suggestion.


Voting for Challenge #220 - Concept Car has been extended through 22 October 2015 due to errors in the voting post.

14 October 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #220: Concept Car

Note: Voting period extended through 22 October 2015 due to errors in the original post.


Challenge #220: Concept Car has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #221 Dream Home: 01 October 2015 - 15 October 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 221

02 October 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #219: Market Stall

It's a tie! The winners of previous Challenge #219: Market Stall are...
Market Stall by Sketchmaster Tóth and Market stall by ARGO Industries. Congratulations on both of your wins! Your winner certificates are available in the Challenge Winners section and your models are now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Current Challenge: #221 Dream Home: 01 September 2015 - 15 October 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 221

01 October 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #221 - Dream Home


Thursday, 01 October 2015 - Thursday, 15 October 2015


This challenge is to model your very own dream home. A dream home, big or small, is a representation of your ideal home and it's not necessarily what someone else would want.You are free to use any style of architecture you wish. Just make sure it is something that is possible to build...

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 221

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Kevin Jenson for the topic suggestion!

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

18 September 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #218: Scooters

It's a tie! The winners of previous Challenge #218: Scooters are...
VESPA 125 GTR perso by cathy.tritschler and Lambretta 125 C by Rionepente. Congratulations on both of your wins! Your models are now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Current Challenge: #220 Concept Car: 17 September 2015 - 01 October 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 220

17 September 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #220: Concept Car


Thursday, 17 September 2015 - Thursday, 01 October 2015


Concept cars, an invention generally credited to Harley Earl of General Motors, show off new design ideas for aesthetics and technology in vehicles. They are far from ready for production but they can gauge reaction from consumers about the ideas they represent.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Due to the scope of the challenge, an addition 3 days have been for you to perfect your model. Thanks to Rionepente (AKA Raphael) for the topic suggestion!

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 220

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #219: Market Stall


Challenge #219: Market Stall has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #220 Concept Car: 17 September 2015 - 01 October 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 220

09 September 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #217: Western Saloon

The winner of previous Challenge #217: Western Saloon is...
Wind Ridge Saloon- Django by ARGO Industries Congratulations on your win! Your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Current Challenge: #219 Market Stall: 07 September 2015 - 17 September 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 219

07 September 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #218: Scooters



Challenge #218: Scooters has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #219 Market Stall: 07 September 2015 - 17 September 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 219

SketchUp 3D Challenge #219: Market Stall


Monday, 07 September 2015 - Thursday, 17 September 2015


A market stall is a temporary structure designed to display and to store any kind of merchandise for sale by the merchant. They are often found at market places, farmers markets, flea markets and food vendors.

Requirements: For this challenge, you are to model a market stall along with the merchandise up for sale. Come up with a theme and run with it, but don't run out of time!

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Sketchmaster Tóth for the topic suggestion.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 219

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

28 August 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #216: Campsite

The winner of previous Challenge #216: Campsite is...
ARGO scout camp site by ARGO Industries Congratulations on your win! Your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Current Challenge: #218 Scooters: 27 August 2015 - 07 September 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 218

27 August 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #217: Western Saloon


Challenge #217: Western Saloon has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #218 Scooters: 27 August 2015 - 07 September 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 218

SketchUp 3D Challenge #218: Scooters


Thursday, 27 August 2015 - Monday, 07 September 2015


The worldwide popularity of the motorized scooter started post-World War II and intended to provide low-powered personal transportation. They are inexpensive, easy to operate and convenient to park. 

For this challenge, you are to model a motorized scooter, either an existing model or one of your own designs. The only requirements are that it must have a step through frame with a floorboard and exactly two wheels.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to bronto for suggesting the topic for the challenge.

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 218

14 August 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #215: Gliders

The winner of previous Challenge #215: Gliders is...
ARGO gliding school by ARGO Industries Congratulations on your win! Your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Current Challenge: #217 Western Saloon: 13 August 2015 - 27 August 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 217

13 August 2015

SketchUp 3D Challenge #217: Western Saloon


Thursday, 13 August 2015 - Thursday, 27 August 2015


The Western Saloon, sometimes referred to as a watering hole, was a common type of drinking establishment in the Old West of the United States. While focusing mainly on the consumption of alcohol, often times they also served food and provided lodging.

For this challenge, you may go in a few different directions. You can choose to model an example of a historically accurate western saloon or the version popularized in movie and TV westerns. Because of the scope of the challenge, you are given an additional 3 days to complete your entry.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Rionepente for suggesting the topic for the challenge.

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 217

12 August 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #216: Campsite


Challenge #216: Campsite has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #217 Western Saloon: 13 August 2015 - 27 August 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 217

03 August 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #215: Gliders


Challenge #215: Gliders has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #216 Campsite: 03 August 2015 - 13 August 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 216

SketchUp 3D Challenge #216 - Campsite


Monday, 03 August 2015 - Thursday, 13 August 2015


This summer themed challenge is all about campsites. Campsites are either an impromptu or a dedicated area for which you may spend the night (or day) in the great outdoors. You are challenged to create the campsite of your choice. Create as many amenities for the campsite as you like and have time to model during the challenge.

Remember, safety first! Only you can prevent virtual forest fires.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to ARGO Industries for suggesting the topic of the challeng!

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 216

31 July 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #214: Lighthouse II

The winner of previous Challenge #214: Lighthouse II is...
Forgotten Island Lighthouse by Sketchmaster Tóth. Congratulations on your win! Your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

20 July 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #214: Lighthouse II


Challenge #214: Lighthouse II has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #215 Gliders: 20 July 2015 - 30 July 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 215

SketchUp 3D Challenge #215: Gliders


Monday, 20 July 2015 - Thursday, 30 July 2015


In this summer themed challenge, you have a choice! You can either model a Hang Glider or Sailplane Glider. As the old knight in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade said, choose wisely!

Either way you go, your glider must be a fixed wing aircraft and have no means of self-propulsion. A hang glider is not the same as a paraglider so don't get any ideas.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Argo Industries for inspiring the topic of the challenge by suggesting "something that's mobile".

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 215

18 July 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #213: Vacuum Cleaners

The winner of previous Challenge #213: Vacuum Cleaners is...
Aspirateur by Michael B. Congratulations on your win! Your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Next Challenge: 20 July 2015 - 30 July 2015 (Delayed)

08 July 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #212: Slot Machines

The winner of previous Challenge #212: Slot Machines is...
Steve's Gamble by Kaden L. Congratulations on your win! Your model is now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!


Current Challenge: #214 Lighthouse II: 06 July 2015 - 16 July 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 214

06 July 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #213: Vacuum Cleaners


Challenge #213: Vacuum Cleaners has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

- Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote.
- If you submit an entry, you must also vote.
- You may not vote for your own entry.
- Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #214 Lighthouse  II: 06 July 2015 - 16 July 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 214

SketchUp 3D Challenge #214: Lighthouse II


Monday, 6 July 2015 - Thursday, 16 July 2015


Lighthouses are navigational aids for seagoing vessels that are used to mark dangerous coastlines and safe entries for harbors. Modern advancements like GPS have replaced the need for the lighthouse and most have been decommissioned. Of those remaining in use, the majority of them are now fully automated and have eliminated the need for a lighthouse keeper.

In this challenge, you are to model a manned lighthouse so you must also include living quarters for a lighthouse keeper.

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Michael Baudet for suggested the topic for the challenge.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 214

26 June 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #211: Tree Home

It's a tie! The winners of previous Challenge #211: Tree Home are...
Life in a Tree by Kaden L. and Tree House by Marco. Congratulations on your win! Your models are now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #213 Vacuum Cleaners: 25 June 2015 - 06 July 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 213

25 June 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #212: Slot Machines


Challenge #212: Slot Machines has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote. Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #213 Vacuum Cleaners: 25 June 2015 - 06 July 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 213

SketchUp 3D Challenge #213: Vacuum Cleaners


Thursday, 25 June 2015 - Monday, 06 July 2015


Vacuum cleaners have become essential cleaning tools since their inception. They were originally invented by Hubert Cecil Booth as a device for his cleaning service and were mounted to horse-drawn carriages and powered by internal combustion engines. Thankfully electricity has made them a lot more convenient to use.

Rule Change: Participants in challenges are now required to vote when the challenge is over. This is to encourage the community aspect of the challenge by giving the other participants feedback on their work.

For this challenge you are free to model a vacuum cleaner from any era or design your own.

Standard Participation Rules apply. Thanks to Kaden Lewis for suggesting the topic of this challenge.

3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 213

16 June 2015

Winner Announcement: Challenge #210 - Jukebox

It's a tie! The winners of previous Challenge #210 - Jukebox are...
Wurlitzer 1015 by Mosquito and Wurlitzer Model 1015 "The Bubbler" by bronto. Congratulations on your win! Your models are now featured on the SketchUp 3D Challenge Facebook page!

Current Challenge: #212 - Slot Machines: 15 June 2015 - 25 June 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 212

15 June 2015

Vote Now: SketchUp 3D Challenge #211 - Tree Home


Challenge #211 - Tree Home has come to a close. Thanks for the awesome entries! Let's start the voting!

To vote, first review the entries, then create a comment on this post using the following example:

3 points: first place model name by modeler name
2 points: second place model name by modeler name
1 points: third place model name by modeler name

Participants in the challenge will receive a bonus point for their entry if they also make a suggestion for a future challenge when they vote. Please indicate the username you use in the 3D Warehouse if it differs from the one you use to submit your vote.

You may also make a comment, if you wish, on why you chose each model. Please also take a moment to suggest a future topic for the challenge.

Good luck!

Current Challenge: #212 Slot Machines: 15 June 2015 - 25 June 2015
3D Warehouse Tag: 3D Challenge 212