Bend Geometry Along Any Curve with NT FlexPath
NT FlexPath is a free SketchUp bend along curve plugin created by Nice Tower. It deforms grouped geometry smoothly along selected curves and architectural paths, helping designers create curved rails, façades, moldings, furniture and organic forms with greater speed and control.
Turn straight SketchUp geometry into a controlled curved form
Instead of rotating and rebuilding small segments by hand, NT FlexPath guides the complete grouped object along your selected curve. This short example shows how the plugin simplifies a repetitive bend-along-curve task and produces a clean result in a focused workflow.
A practical SketchUp curve bending tool for architectural modeling
Creating clean curved geometry manually can take time and often produces uneven results. NT FlexPath lets architects, interior designers, furniture makers and 3D artists bend selected groups or components along a guide curve. The focused workflow is useful for curved façades, handrails, trims, canopies, furniture parts and decorative elements where straight geometry must follow a precise path.
Curve-guided bending
Deform selected geometry smoothly along a chosen curve or custom architectural path.
Visual control
See the relationship between the source object and the target path before finalizing the result.
Clean proportions
Maintain a predictable distribution of geometry while transforming straight forms into curved ones.
Grouped workflow
Work safely with groups and components so surrounding SketchUp geometry remains untouched.
Architectural uses
Create rails, trims, façades, canopies and furniture details without repetitive manual rotation.
Free RBZ installer
Install NT FlexPath through SketchUp Extension Manager and use it at no cost.
How to bend geometry along a curve in SketchUp
Prepare the source object as a clean group or component and draw the curve that should control the final form. A well-organized source model and a continuous path produce the most reliable result.
Prepare geometry
Group the object you want to bend and check that its orientation matches the intended path.
Select the path
Choose a continuous curve or architectural guide that defines the target shape.
Run FlexPath
Start the plugin and define how the selected geometry should follow the curve.
Inspect the result
Review the bend, refine the source or path when needed and keep the cleanest version.
Make complex path-based modeling easier to understand
NT FlexPath keeps the source object and guiding curve at the center of the process, so you can build curved details without a long sequence of manual transformations. The example below demonstrates how a carefully prepared component can follow an architectural path while preserving a clear and efficient SketchUp workflow.
Model curved architectural elements faster
Rails and moldings
Bend profiles and detailed linear elements along curved circulation paths, walls or furniture edges.
Curved façades
Transform repeated panels or straight façade modules so they follow an architectural curve.
Furniture details
Create curved cabinet parts, decorative bands and shaped components from manageable straight geometry.
Organic forms
Explore canopies, installations and conceptual shapes while keeping the modeling process understandable.
Install the RBZ in minutes
- Download the NT FlexPath RBZ file.
- Open SketchUp and choose Extensions → Extension Manager.
- Click Install Extension and select the downloaded RBZ.
- Enable the NT FlexPath toolbar from View → Toolbars.
- Restart SketchUp if the toolbar does not appear.
Compatibility and requirements
- Plugin: NT FlexPath
- Version: 1.0.0
- File format: RBZ
- Price: Free
- Best for: Architecture, interiors and furniture
- Recommended setup: Clean groups or components and a continuous curve
More tools and training for better SketchUp results
Combine free SketchUp plugins with professional training, AI-powered modeling and advanced extensions to build a faster architectural workflow. To distribute repeated components after creating curved geometry, use the NT Array SketchUp plugin for controlled copy-along-path workflows.
NT FlexPath FAQ
Is NT FlexPath free?
Yes. NT FlexPath version 1.0.0 is available as a free RBZ download from Nice Tower.
What does NT FlexPath do in SketchUp?
It bends and deforms grouped geometry along a selected curve, helping you create curved architectural and furniture elements from straight source objects.
Should the source object be a group or component?
Yes. Grouping the source geometry keeps it isolated from the rest of the model and produces a cleaner, safer workflow.
What types of paths work best?
A continuous, clean curve with the intended direction generally gives the most predictable deformation result.
How do I install the plugin?
Download the RBZ file, open SketchUp Extension Manager, choose Install Extension and select the NT FlexPath file.
Bend your next SketchUp model faster
Download NT FlexPath free and create curved rails, façades, trims, furniture and architectural details with a focused bend-along-curve workflow.