Free Tutorials, Templates & Tools for Architectural Diagrams.
⚡ What’s New?
I. WORKFLOW & TIPS
Discover step-by-step guides and practical workflows designed to speed up your architectural diagramming process and save hours of manual work
1. Tutorial: Create Architectural Diagram with Sun Diagram & Dynamic Symbols
In this tutorial, we’re sharing the updated workflow for creating an architectural diagram animation.
Applicable for
– Site analysis diagrams
– Sun path and shadow studies
Softwares used: SketchUp, Sun Diagram free (plugin), Dynamic symbols free (plugin)
2. Tutorial: how to create Ventilation diagram using Rwind and Photoshop
This tutorial is different from all the others — it visualizes wind movement using Rwind Simulation. We used the trial version, which has now expired, so we probably won’t be making more videos about it.
Applicable for :
– Ventilation diagram
– Winds analysis
and more
Softwares used: SketchUp, Rwind simulation, Photoshop
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3. Sample-41 (how to step by step)
We’ve added a short video showing the process of creating Sample-41.
There’s a slight change compared to the August workflow — we enabled X-Ray in Styles → Face Settings to highlight edges and make the surfaces more transparent.
Softwares used: SketchUp, Sun Diagram (plugin), Dynamic symbols (plugin)
You can watch it at the link below:
4. Automated Solar Analysis: How I Save Hours (Sun Diagram Workflow)
Stop adjusting shadow settings manually! 
Discover the automated workflow trusted by 21,700+ users. .
Softwares used: SketchUp, Sun Diagram plugin
5. Daylight Saving Time (DST): Why Standard 3D Software Fails at Global Solar Analysis
Discover why Daylight Saving Time (DST) causes 1-hour errors in standard 3D solar analysis and how Sun Diagram Studio automates time zone adjustments.
II. SKETCHUP EXTENSIONS (PLUGINS)
Here you’ll find the SketchUp extensions and styles we’ve developed — designed to make your architectural diagrams faster, clearer, and more visually stunning.
(Click on the image to download for free!)
1. Dynamic Symbols
Dynamic Symbols is a SketchUp extension (plugin) that allows you to create animated symbols and switch between different states with just one click.
Dynamic Symbols has 3 Features:
1. One-Click Symbol Change — Keep Position, Size & Rotation.
2. One-Click Color Change – Keep Position & Orientation.
3. Create Animation.
2. Sun Diagram
Sun Diagram is a SketchUp extension (plugin) designed to create 3D Sun paths and analyze sunlight for architectural projects.
Sun Diagram has 4 Features:
1. Create Sunpath.
2. Shadow Analysis.
3. Batch Export Shadows.
4. Diagram Styles.
3. Shadow Slice.
Interior Shadow & Section Tool for SketchUp
Cut away walls and roofs while keeping their natural shadows. The perfect tool for interior sunlight simulation.
Shadow Slice has 3 Features:
1. 1-Click Slicing:
2. Smart Style Management:
3. Unlimited Slices (Pro Only):
III. SAMPLE DIAGRAMS
All diagrams are created with Sun Diagram & Dynamic Symbols by Febhouse
Project-68
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Vietnam.
Elevate Your Presentation for Architects with Sun Diagram & Shadow Slice
Project-39
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Truckee, California, United States
Download this free 3D Environmental Site Analysis Diagram for SketchUp. Master the workflow of visualizing sun paths, wind, and views using Sun Diagram and Dynamic Symbols
Project-41
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Download this free Context Analysis Diagram for SketchUp. Learn to visualize urban context, sun paths, and traffic flow using this professional workflow sample. Includes video guide.
Project-42
Category: Site Analysis
Location: New York, United States
Download this free Surrounding Buildings Diagram for SketchUp. Analyze urban massing, building heights, and solar access with this professional 3D sample file
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Project-45
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Newcastle Street, 6005, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Download this free Context Analysis Diagram for SketchUp. Visualize urban connectivity, traffic flow arrows, and 3D solar envelopes using this professional sample file
Project-53
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Puerto Rico
Download free source files for a Light & Location Study in SketchUp. Explore the workflow for 3D sun paths, shadow analysis, and diagrammatic symbols.
Project-54
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Download this free Urban Site Analysis Diagram for SketchUp. Master the workflow for high-density contexts, 3D sun paths, and wind flow analysis.
Project-56
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Hanoi,VN
Download free source files for a Residential Site Analysis in SketchUp. Master the workflow for visualizing wind flows, seasonal sun paths, and shadows for housing projects
Project-57
Category: Site Analysis
Location: Henderson, Nevada, US
Download free source files for a Climatic Site Analysis in SketchUp. Master the workflow for solar orientation, topography analysis, and wind patterns on sloped terrain.
Project-62
Category: Interior Shadow Analysis
Location: California, United States
Download this free Interior Shadow Analysis sample for SketchUp. Master the workflow of simulating Natural Light inside your floor plans using Shadow Slice and Sun Diagram.
AI Architecture diagram
Learn how to create a stunning AI Architecture diagram with this free prompt (AI Sample 01). Transform your standard SketchUp exports into glowing, neon-styled urban analysis.
Project-63
Download this free Small Townhouse Design sample for SketchUp. Learn how to optimize natural light and improve the living experience in budget-friendly 1-story homes using Shadow Slice and Sun Diagram.
Project-64
In architecture, time is everything.
This sample project (Project 64) isn’t a long, drawn-out tutorial—it’s a demonstration of speed.
We are sharing the base SketchUp model so you can experience firsthand how fast you can generate a complex, professional site analysis diagram when you have the right tools in your workflow.
Project-66
Download a free 3D SketchUp sample file to experience the power of Shadow Slice 2.0.
Automate section shadows and elevate your architectural diagrams today!
IV. PRESENTATION & SITE ANALYSIS TEMPLATES
Discover templates crafted for stunning presentations and animated site analysis diagrams — ready to use with Canva, InDesign, PowerPoint, and more
The download link is in the video description or in the comments. 🎯
0. Motion symbols for Architectural diagram
Applicable for :
– Urban design diagram
– Architectural diagram
– Site diagram
and more
Softwares used:
– Canva only, not require Canva Pro.
1. Architectural diagram with Canva template (style 01)
Applicable for :
– Urban design diagram
– Architectural diagram
– Site diagram
and more
Softwares used:
– Canva only, not require Canva Pro.
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2. Architectural diagram with Canva template (style 02)
Applicable for :
– Urban design diagram
– Architectural diagram
– Site diagram
and more
Softwares used:
– Canva only, not require Canva Pro.
3. Architectural diagram with Canva template (style 03)
Applicable for :
– Urban design diagram
– Architectural diagram
– Site diagram
and more
Softwares used:
– Canva only, not require Canva Pro.
4. Presentation template to help you create a professional and clear presentation.
This is a presentation template to help you create a professional and clear presentation.
Softwares used:
03 formats depending on the software you use: InDesign, PowerPoint, Canva.
V. CUSTOM ARCHITECTURAL DIAGRAM SUPPORT
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From design development to real-world shadow impact verification.
EXPERT CUSTOM DIAGRAM SERVICE
Validate your site and environmental design impacts with technical precision for real-world projects.
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Frequently Asked Questions & Documentation
What is ArchiDiagram.com?
ArchiDiagram.com is an online platform that provides architectural diagram resources, free tutorials, templates, symbols, and workflow tools to help architects present design ideas clearly and more efficiently.
Are all resources on ArchiDiagram.com free?
Many resources—including tutorials, sample files, and basic diagram templates—are completely free. Some advanced tools and premium templates may require purchase through Gumroad.
Do I need SketchUp to use the diagram templates?
Not all templates require SketchUp.
ArchiDiagram provides files for various formats, including:
SketchUp (
.skp)Photoshop (
.psd)Canva template
You can choose the format that fits your workflow.
What are Sun Diagram and Dynamic Symbols?
They are professional architectural plugins (offering Free, Studio, and Pro versions)
Sun Diagram: Sun path + shadow analysis for SketchUp
Dynamic Symbols: Smart diagram symbols for faster architectural presentations
Both plugins support the diagram workflows featured on ArchiDiagram.com.
Do I need to use the Pro or Studio versions of the plugins to follow the tutorials?
No. Most tutorials can be completed without the paid versions. However, using Sun Diagram (Pro/Studio) and Dynamic Symbols (Pro/Studio) will produce more accurate diagrams and reduce the amount of manual work required.
Can I use the resources for commercial projects?
Yes. All free templates and symbols can be used for commercial architectural projects.
However, the sample files provided on the website are based on real projects, so you may not include them in your portfolio or professional profile unless you have received explicit permission from us.
Where can I find examples of architectural diagrams?
You can explore real examples through:
These samples show complete workflows from concept to final diagram.
How do I download the free templates/ free sample files?
- For resources hosted on Gumroad with a “$0+” price, you can download them for free by entering 0 in the price box and clicking “I want this!”.
You can also watch the step-by-step instructions here:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/P0x6IvEQ63M - For resources distributed via Instagram, simply comment on the corresponding post, and we will send you a Google Drive download link through DM. This small action is a huge support for our channel — thank you!
Who is behind ArchiDiagram.com?
ArchiDiagram is developed and maintained by Nam Nguyen (Nguyễn Hà Nam) — the founder of Febhouse. He is an Architect and Software Developer specializing in SketchUp extensions and architectural visualization tools.
How can I contact support?
For questions or file issues, email:
👉 info@febhouse.com
Support is available daily.
For questions specific to the Sun Diagram plugin and the Dynamic Symbols plugin, please refer to the corresponding FAQ sections here.
For questions specific to the Canva template, please refer to the corresponding FAQ section here
Do I need Canva Pro to use the Canva templates?
Not required.
Most templates work with Canva Free.
If a template includes Pro elements, instructions are provided to replace them with free alternatives.
You can freely adjust colors, typography, images, sizes, and layout to match your project or personal style.
Can I use the templates for commercial work?
Yes. You can use the templates for:
Client presentations
Portfolios
University design projects
Proposal documents
But you may not resell, re-distribute, or share the original template file.
What do I get when I purchase a template?
You receive:
Direct access link (included PDF file) to open the template in Canva
Free updates if the template is improved in the future
I can't open the template link. What should I do?
Please check:
You are logged into your Canva account
You are not using private/incognito mode
If the issue persists → contact support at info@febhouse.com or Instagram @Febhouse.
Do you offer refunds?
Canva Templates are digital products whose licenses are not controlled, and therefore, they are non-refundable.
If you didn’t find the answer you were looking for, feel free to reach out.
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