Room Interior Illustration

Illustration of Room Layout

I used stock models extensively on this project. As a result, I can’t take full credit for the illustration.
The project could not have been done on time and on budget if I had made everything from scratch.

All of that having been said, I am quite proud of this project. I seldom get an opportunity to work at this, more human, scale. This was also an excellent use of my tools, some of which were designed for applications more along these lines. Prior to my work on this the client had been using some relatively simple line art to serve the same purpose. The client needed some revisions and decided this would be a good opportunity to switch to a more sophisticated look as well. The original line drawings gave an overview of the basic size and shape of the rooms and how many beds and bathrooms were. Unfortunately they without being based on actual measurements they weren't a reference resource for me. I really needed accurate measurements. I could have faked them but I preferred not to. I find that when you fake measurements it can become a problem later when you go to make revisions and find they don't fit correctly.
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The client flew me over to the Abacos to take measurements and work on site as much as possible. It was October and a late season hurricane was passing by so it was a surreal experience. I recall planning to leave the room to take measurements around the feeder bands. It was weird but a lot of fun. I have fond memories.

Many of the suites had characteristics in common but with quirky differences. I visited some suites a couple of times to take new measurements or verify what I had previously recorded. I took full advantage of being on site and worked diligently to ensure I had everything I needed to complete any work still pending after my visit had concluded.

Treasure Cay Beach, Marina & Golf Resort sustained unrecoverable damage from hurricane Dorian in 2019 and now exists only in fond memories.

Also related: Overview Map | Marina Slip Map | Vacation Cottages Map

ARCHITECTURAL RENDERINGS / ILLUSTRATIONS:

ARCHITECTURAL RENDERINGS:

I'm not an architect, but sometimes an architect isn't who you want doing your architectural renderings. I can bring a more aesthetic approach to rendering a building, interior or venue. Sometimes the engineering accuracy of an architect is overkill and you just need to know what the inside of your restaurant or office will look like. Particularly in the case of making proposals for future construction no one wants to get bogged down in a discussion about the style of park benches outside or some other point of trivia. In that case an I have no problem keeping the specifics vague while still making the place look like somewhere you would like to go.

The maps I make can also be described as architectural renderings and I use some of the same software as architectural firms use to make them. I sometimes work from CAD files and I have collaborated directly with architectural firms. That having been said, if you need the precision, licensing or engineering prowess of an architect you should hire an architect, but under many if not most architectural rendering circumstances I may be a perfect fit for your needs.

SKETCHUP ILLUSTRATIONS:

WHAT IS SKETCHUP?:

SketchUp, originally developed by Google and now maintained by Trimble Inc., is a powerful 3D modeling program widely used across architecture, interior design, marine architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, and even film and video game production. While it is not intended for character design or organic modeling, SketchUp excels at creating precise, technical models using basic shapes, making it ideal for architectural renderings, site planning, and technical illustrations.

I first began using SketchUp in 2012 while creating the illustrated map for the St. Petersburg Power and Sailboat Show. At the time, I was seeking an efficient alternative to isometric drawing for map illustration. Since then, I have expanded its use across a variety of projects and now rely on SketchUp almost daily to create accurate, visually compelling 3D models for maps, buildings, and other technical illustrations.

SketchUp allows me to combine technical precision with artistic flexibility. Models created in SketchUp can be used as the foundation for detailed illustrations, integrated with Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop, or exported for presentation and visualization purposes. Its versatility makes it a valuable tool for projects that require accurate spatial representation, clear perspective, and a professional, polished look.

If you are interested in having a custom model or illustration created in SketchUp, please contact me for a quote. I can provide solutions for everything from complex architectural layouts to 3D maps and technical renderings tailored to your specific project needs.

PORTFOLIOS

• Illustration Portfolio: Start here for custom illustration and book covers. You can also browse illustrated maps and architectural rendering.
• Fine Art: I offer original paintings and drawings, including my Custom Halftone Series. You will also find mural work here.
• Graphic Design & Motion: View my graphic design portfolio. After that, explore motion design and animated illustrations.
• Maps by application: I create illustrated maps for boat shows, resorts, marinas, real estate, transportation, transit and parking, towns and cities, parks, and wayfinding.
• Additional project types: I also produce cover illustration, vehicle and vinyl wraps, proposal renderings, and street art.
• Illustration methods: My techniques include vector, isometric and axonometric, painting, black and white, GeoData maps, overhead maps, and custom halftones.
• Software portfolios: I work primarily in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, SketchUp Pro, and Adobe InDesign. For motion projects, I use Premiere Pro and After Effects. You can watch my demo reel here.