Most 3D drawing packages have some form of animation capability. Gehry Technologies’ Digital Project offers real-time interactivity, while Google SketchUp simply plays back a pre-recorded sequence.

SketchUp's Extension Warehouse features hundreds of plugins for everything from animation and urban planning to interior design and architecture.

we've rounded up six short courses that intend to enhance proficiency in design software, including Adobe Creative Suite, Grasshopper, Rhino and SketchUp.