One Model. One Vision. All the Answers.
Zachary Engineering is excited to announce that members of our team will be presenting at Trimble Dimensions SketchUp Basecamp 2026, sharing an inside look at the innovative modeling techniques, collaborative workflows, and advanced structural engineering processes that have helped redefine the way we approach design and construction.
With decades of engineering experience and a passion for pushing the boundaries of technology, our team looks forward to connecting with architects, engineers, designers, and construction professionals from around the world to demonstrate how a fully integrated 3D modeling environment can transform the entire project experience.
From Architectural Vision to Structural Reality
What if architects, engineers, and builders could work from a single coordinated model containing the information needed to bring a project to life?
At Zachary Engineering, this concept has become an essential part of our everyday workflow.
During our presentation, we'll take attendees behind the scenes of actual projects, demonstrating how our team transforms architectural designs into comprehensive structural models using SketchUp and our proprietary modeling processes.
From initial architectural coordination through detailed structural engineering and construction documentation, we'll explore how our approach brings architectural and structural information together into one cohesive digital environment.
The result is more than a three-dimensional representation of a building. It's a powerful communication tool that improves design coordination, provides greater clarity, and helps everyone involved better understand how a project comes together.
One Model. Endless Possibilities.
Our presentation will explore the advantages of integrating structural engineering directly with the architect's design model, creating a unified project resource where architectural intent and structural solutions can be viewed together.
Attendees will discover how we approach:
Architectural Integration: Working directly with architects' 3D models to maintain design intent while developing coordinated structural solutions.
Comprehensive Structural Modeling: Bringing foundations, floor systems, wall framing, roof structures, and critical connections into a detailed digital environment.
Intelligent Project Coordination: Identifying potential conflicts, refining structural solutions, and improving communication before construction begins.
Construction Documentation: Translating detailed 3D models into clear, coordinated, full-color construction documents using SketchUp and LayOut.
Field Accessibility: Extending the value of the model beyond the design office through interactive tools that allow builders to explore project information directly on the construction site.
Our philosophy is simple: The more clearly a project can be understood before construction, the more efficiently it can be built.
Learn, Explore, and Join the Conversation
This presentation isn't simply about showcasing what we've accomplished. It's about sharing ideas, encouraging conversation, and exploring what's possible when traditional engineering expertise meets innovative technology.
We invite attendees to participate in discussions, ask questions, and discover the methods and thinking behind our approach. Whether you're an experienced SketchUp professional, an architect exploring greater collaboration with engineering consultants, or a builder interested in improving construction coordination, we look forward to exchanging ideas and learning from one another.
We'll discuss the challenges we've encountered, the solutions we've developed, and the lessons learned through years of refining our modeling processes.
Continuing a Tradition of Innovation
Zachary Engineering has been an advocate for three-dimensional structural modeling since adopting SketchUp as a central part of our design process in 2009.
Our team's participation in SketchUp Basecamp events over the years reflects our commitment to sharing knowledge, supporting the SketchUp community, and exploring new opportunities to advance the design and construction industry.
Returning to the stage in 2026 represents another opportunity to demonstrate how far our processes have evolved and where we believe integrated project modeling can take us next.
Let's Build a Better Way to Build
As the architectural, engineering, and construction industries continue to evolve, the importance of collaboration, accessible information, and intelligent digital workflows has never been greater.
At Zachary Engineering, we believe the future lies in breaking down the traditional barriers between disciplines and creating a more connected approach to design and construction.
Join the Zachary Engineering team at Trimble Dimensions SketchUp Basecamp 2026 as we share our process, explore real-world projects, answer your questions, and demonstrate the power of bringing architecture and engineering together in one comprehensive model.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Zachary Engineering
One Model. One Vision. All the Answers.
