Hi,
I’ve upgraded from Sketchup Pro 2025 to SketchUp Studio 2025 solely to be able to import Revit models (.rvt) from architects into our SketchUp landscape design models.
- Architects have Revit 2024 (.rvt) model which should be compatible with Sketchup Studio 2025 import however, Revit model import fails after getting this message:
“The version of the Revit file is not supported.”
Does anyone know why that is?
- SketchUp Studio is installed
- Revit Importer extension is installed and up to date
- I’ve resigned in and restarted multiple times
I’ve resorted to importing AutoCAD 3D dwg file instead which proved semi unsuccessful as none of the initial Revit textures would be transferred and having to go back into SketchUp model to reapply texture on each face with every update from architects would not be the best use of time. The next potential solution might be importing the IFC model into SketchUp so we’ll see how that goes - I anticipate the same texture issue. The goal is to preserve Revit textures throughout design and construction process and to maintain consistency as we move through importing of models through different programs (Revit, SketchUp, Lumion).
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We work with other architecture firms who have now upgraded to using Revit 2026 and I’m anticipating there could be issues moving forward as SketchUp works to catch up to update the Revit Importer. Is this a matter of just waiting for SketchUp? Does this mean SketchUp consistently won’t be able to import any models saved with new Revit for months at a time with each Revit release?
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I’ve updated my SketchUp and all its extensions today and received notice that Revit importer has been updated. I’ve restarted SketchUp and computer, tried to open a Revit 2026 (.rvt) model and it was still unsuccessful.
Thanks in advance!