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Fig. 10.23: 
The applied wood 
texture is oriented incorrectly on 
the chair surfaces.
Fig. 10.24: 
The texture is opened 
in Photoshop. The Rotate Canvas 
tool is used to rotate the texture 
90 degrees.

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Fig. 10.25: 
The texture is saved and 
closed in Photoshop.
Fig. 10.26: 
The wood texture is 
now more accurately aligned to 
the chair’s seat and back.

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Fig. 10.27: 
The top image shows the house siding running up and down, which is incorrect. The bottom image 
is the rotated siding texture. It was rotated in Photoshop.

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Fig. 10.28: 
The resulting rendering of the house with the correct siding orientation

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Modeling Detail

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Part 3: Modeling Detail
T
he physical world is filled with details, colors, objects, and materials of all different sizes. 
As it constructs our sense of reality, the human mind assimilates these details both 
consciously and unconsciously. Three-dimensional models can, with time and work, have an 
almost equal level of intricate detail (Fig. 11.1, Fig. 11.2, Fig. 11.3, Fig. 11.4). By adding detail 
to a model, you can greatly accentuate your renderings and promote realism. 
Fig. 11.1 through Fig. 11.4 are modeled by interior designer Kala Letts (additional detail 
and rendering by Daniel Tal). The model was the winning entry in the Easter Seals SketchUp-
a-Space competition in 2012. Kala’s intent was to show how to create an accessible design 
office and space useful for people with disabilities. The striking aspect of these models is the 
thoughtful level of detail.