If you need to show the actual lumber, trusses, and structural components of a roof, this is the best tool available. 2. Instant Roof Nui (by Vali Architects)

Structural engineers, contractors, and detail-oriented draftspersons who require construction-document-level accuracy. Step-by-Step Workflow: Modeling a Roof with a Plugin

Here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of the Roof Plugin:

Create a flat, horizontal face representing the outer walls or the roof edge.

Expressed in degrees or as a ratio (e.g., 4:12).

Let’s assume you installed . Here is the typical verified workflow:

It works perfectly with SketchUp’s native Section Cut tool and LayOut viewports.

: Automatically generates rafters, beam ends, corbels, and Greek returns. Customization