Steve Mercer

I am going to write a python script that will automate the replacement of low res files with the high res files upon importation of my SU model into Vue 9 infinite. Vue 9 Infinite is required. in order to create my Python scripts. Infinite is the better choice anyway and has tighter integration with photoshop files

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Ah stand corrected! LOL! 🙂 spoken like a true Irishman.

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Vue has a SU plugin that allows you to export your model into vue. Once there I select the components that need to replaced (plant material mostly) using the world browser on the lower right of the screen. I then Right click the selection -> Replace by [Keep Proportions](imports component without deforming it) Then choose what kind of component…[Read more]

a wee rose amongs the thorns 🙂 LOL!

Where are u from David?

Hi Eric,

I am curious, what modules are you using in Vectorworks besides Landmark?

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LOL!

SU does not support proxies see my discussion on SketchUcation: http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=79&t=32927&p=290324#p290324

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LOL! Great comment Andrew!

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I have a secret I want to share with you… (Hush, Hush) “There is life after sustainability” !!! Does your title say Sustainable Architect or Landscape Architect? Would you rather people look out their windows and just look and those beautiful bare concrete walls? At least the plants you incorporate in those walls absorb some of the heat that the…[Read more]

Well the answer to your question is as varied as the potential firms that you might go to work for. There is a lot of confusion in the market technology wise. Because of competition of the AutoCad clones of Intellicad Autodesk would like everyone to migrate away from Autocad. They are really pushing Civil 3D and Revit. Though Revit was really…[Read more]

The Master Gardener Program is a good program. My dad is a Master Gardener. I am sure you would learn a lot about local plant material from their program. I you are going to go to school for a Landscape Design or LA program you might as well invest your time taking classes at the University that will count towards your degreee.

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Hi Frank,

I am curious. Can you create two tree models (one low res, one Hi res) The Xfrog files can be huge. If I could use Xrog’s companion program…Xfrogtune, I could generate a low res tree model of the same tree. Place the Low res image in SUpro.

Come time to render the SU model can your rendering engine swap out the low res tree models…[Read more]

Hi Frank.

If you want to get serious about your trees check out xFrog: http://www.xfrog.com/products/productStart.htm. It is the only company that I am aware of that allows you to export your texture maps and you tree models in one file. You export them in .obj file format and bring them into SU pro. See my discusion on the Sketchup Group: http://…[Read more]

I don’t wish you any bad luck but anytime we can reduce Planning and Zoining’s work force that is a great thing!
These organizations have gotten way to big fer their britches. Maybe if they lose and additional 30% of their staff they will get down to a size where the people who are left will only have time to concentrate on what is truly important…[Read more]

Hi Aaron,

You mention warranty work… How about taking time to understand the site you are designing for? It won’t help your warranty claim issues if you are not designing for what a site will allow you to plant. Doesn’t do you any good to plan those lovely Blue Spruces when they are to be located in poorly drained site. It is not just about…[Read more]

One can never trust infomation on new varieties from anyone! This is because some of these varieties are less than 10 years old they have not even had a chance to be observed as a fully mature tree. Until then one can only speculate on the mature size and shape of the plant. It is a good place to observe new varieties that are beginning to show up…[Read more]

Well I think I would try to attend some nursery trade shows like CENTS in Columbus, OH. This will enable you to see new varieties of plants that are entering the market. It will also give you a better idea of what is available. Just because you spec something in a design does not mean it is available for sale in the industry. So much of learning…[Read more]

Hi Callum,

The soil drainage is an issue that is particular to specific areas. Obviously soil types vary even in farmland. In our city (Louisville, Kentucky USA, We are a rivertown and sit right on the Banks of the mighty Ohio River. Areas close to the river and much of downtown Louisville is sitting on sand. Drainage is excellent there. However…[Read more]

Hi Callum,

I have a better project to turn your programing talents to. But first, 85% of the success or failure to get a tree to thrive in a new location is choosing the correct site for the tree being planted. Only 15% is due to planting practices and after care. This is not to say the this 15% is any less important that choosing a proper site.…[Read more]