How to Design a Lego House Using 3D CAD Software

Learn How to Design a Lego House Using 3D CAD Software with the help of this article

How to Design a Lego House Using 3D CAD Software

Building with Lego bricks is a fun and creative activity, and 3D CAD software makes it even more exciting. With this software, you can design detailed Lego models on your computer, making it easy to try new ideas and create complex designs. In this article, we will explain how to design a Lego house step by step using 3D CAD software. You will learn how to choose the right tools, plan your house, and put together virtual Lego pieces. By the end, you’ll know how to turn your ideas into amazing digital Lego creations.

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Once you’ve launched the editor;

From the file menu on the top toolbar click import, click load object from tutorial button to add object

From the edit menu on the top toolbar choose ungroup

 Click on mesh 113(2), mesh 113, mesh 114, mesh 318, union 1 to deselect

Click move on the toolbar; set z to 60, x to 0

Click on mesh 114 to select it, click on mesh 113(1) to deselect it; set z to -60, x to 0

Click on mesh 113(2) to select it, Click on mesh 114 to deselect it; set z to 0, x to 0

Click on mesh 113 to select it, click on mesh 113(2) to deselect it; click rotate on the toolbar, set x to 90

Click move on the toolbar; Set y to 50, x to 0

Click on union 1 to select it, click on mesh 113 to deselect it; click rotate on the toolbar; set z to 220

Click move on the toolbar; set y to 155, x to 0

Click on mesh 318 to select it, Click on union 1 to deselect it; click rotate on the toolbar, set x to -115

Click move on the toolbar; set z to -60, y to 155

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel

As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.

More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.