The centerpiece of the 21.0.0 release was the introduction of PreDesign. This climate research tool allows designers to understand the local weather patterns and sun positions of a specific site before they even begin drawing. By inputting a location, users receive instant feedback on shading requirements, glazing recommendations, and top-level architectural strategies tailored to the local climate. This shift moved SketchUp from a purely aesthetic tool to a performance-driven design platform.
February 2021
: You can find older versions and current installers on the SketchUp Help Center . sketchup 21.0.0