How to Design a Temple by Modifying Shapes Using Inset Tool
One of the main benefits of 3D modeling is that it helps people visualize concepts clearly. Traditional 2D drawings can be open to different interpretations, which can cause confusion. On the other hand, 3D models show a realistic view of projects, making it easier for clients and team members to understand the design. This clear understanding leads to better decisions and lowers the chances of expensive changes during construction.
In this section, we are looking at how to design the temple, by modifying 3D shapes using tools like the Inset tool in SelfCAD, an easy to use 3D design software. You can check out the interactive tutorial to learn how to do it. In summary, start by launching SelfCAD and open the workspace:
The next step is creating the basic shape. Select the Cube from the 3D Shapes and set the parameters as shown below:
Tick the check mark to finalize the cube.
Activate the Face Selection and select the top face of the cube. On the Modify category, select Inset. Set the Amount to 25. On the Advanced Settings click Add Option and set the operation to Extrusion. Set the Amount to 20. Click Add Option again and set the Number of Copies to 2:
Tick the check mark to finalize the Inset. Select the faces shown and activate the Move tool. Set Z to 140:
Position the above selected face as follows using the Move Tool:
Click “X” to close the transformation panel. Select the Cube from the 3D Shapes and set the parameters as follows:
Finalize the cube. From the Tools category, select the Copy Offset tool. Set Position Y to 20 and Z to -50. Click Add Option and set the operation to Scale. Set X to -35 and the Number of Copies to 2 and click Copy:
Select a Cube again from the 3D Shapes and set the parameters as shown:
Finalize the cube. Select Copy Offset tool from the Tools category. Set position Z to -77 and Number of Copies to 3 and click Copy:
Then click the copies made and click Copy again to make three copies. Use the Move tool to move the copies to the other side by setting X to -65:
Select another cube from the 3D Shapes and set the parameters as shown. Position it as follows:
Finalize the cube. Activate the Vertex Selection and use it to select the vertices shown. From the Utilities category select Snap tool. On the Advanced Settings set the Collapse Vertices to true and click the highlighted point to snap the selected object:
Click “X” to close the Snap panel:
Select the vertices shown. From the Utilities category select Snap tool. On the Advanced Settings set the Collapse Vertices to true and click the highlighted point to snap the selected object:
Click “X” to close the snap panel:
Finalize by giving the temple the color you want:
The SelfCAD software is designed for both beginners and experienced users, making it accessible for various team members in construction. Its intuitive tools help users quickly learn the software and start creating models without a steep learning curve. After designing your models, use the in-built online slicer of SelfCAD to slice it. Get to know how SelfCAD slicer works in the video below.
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