FTWkit has combined the benefits of a unified software platform like Rhino with the specialized tools needed for the footwear industry.
This integration optimizes the entire footwear development process from 2D and 3D design to engineering and product pipeline management, including cost and material management.
With Jevero and Botcha, two FTWkitplugins, you can streamline your workflow, shorten the time to market, and reduce the complexity of managing multiple software programs without sacrificing the specific tools necessary for 2D and 3D shoe modeling and engineering.
Jevero is a 2D footwear pattern engineering plugin for Rhinoceros. It allows you to create and modify patterns easily and efficiently, seamlessly integrating with Rhino and adding powerful parametric tools for smooth pattern development. Jevero supports all major file extensions on the market, including Crispin Engineer .shoe and .pat files, ensuring a quicker transition and support for your legacy files.
Botcha simplifies 3D footwear modeling, enabling users to model in 2D and remap in 3D with a vast array of efficient tools that make every designer’s life easier. With Botcha andRhino, you can quickly create digital uppers, parametrically edit each part, and apply textures to the model. Flatten any object, apply texture and remapping, and easily create lacing and stitching. These features allow you to achieve stunning results to help sell your projects and products.
The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) in Barcelona just introduced a new edition of the Global Summer School (GSS), marking another milestone in fostering global collaboration and innovation in architecture and design.
For over 14 years, IAAC has been facilitating knowledge exchange and expertise sharing among architects, engineers, designers, and innovators worldwide. The GSS brings together students from diverse backgrounds to engage with IAAC's network of experts and renowned lecturers.
This July, IAAC introduces a new edition of GSS, offering a unique blend of onsite and online workshops. The modular workshop model aims to provide participants with hands-on experiences at IAAC Barcelona while ensuring digital accessibility through an agile online format.
GSS24 presents an exciting lineup of four workshops covering various topics, including the exploration of bamboo architecture and fabrication, advanced computation, urban analytics for participatory design, and artificial intelligence. These workshops, led by IAAC Faculty and Alumni, promise immersive workflows and individual project exploration and development.
Participants in the GSS program will have the flexibility to tailor their learning journey according to their preferences. Whether opting for a two-week onsite workshop in Barcelona at IAAC or selecting one or more online modules offered throughout July 2024, students can expect a dynamic and enriching educational experience.
One of the highlights of GSS24 is the exclusive access to Global Lectures and weekly online gatherings featuring experts from the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. These sessions complement the workshop themes and provide participants with valuable insights and perspectives.
The workshop will explore the convergence of parametric tools, digital fabrication, and prototyping within the environment of IAAC Barcelona and Valldaura Labs. It welcomes creatives from architecture, urban planning, digital fabrication, and design seeking a multidisciplinary experience in an international setting.
Dates: 1-12 July 2024 Venue: IAAC Barcelona (Spain)
During the workshop, participants will explore the convergence of advanced computational design, machine learning, and environmental analysis in architecture powered by Python. Students will unlock the potential of data-centric models and Python-based algorithms to revolutionize architectural practice, prioritizing sustainability and environmental considerations.
The workshop will explore the integration of public participation with digital innovation in urban design, develop urban analytics for participatory design, collect and map citizen inputs for data-driven design of public spaces, and equip students with the skills to engage communities and apply technology in co-designing inclusive urban spaces.
In the workshop, students will use cutting-edge AI tools including infrared.city for real-time microclimate simulations, multi-modal large language models, stable diffusion models, and advanced computer vision models to develop innovative design workflows for sustainable architectural solutions.
Dates: 15-19 July Venue: Online
The deadline for applications with the early bird fees is May 31st.
NodePen is Grasshopper on the Web and is also perpetually unfinished. It has been in development since the earliest versions of Rhino Compute, and over the years, it has taken on many forms and attitudes on the problem of web-flavored Grasshopper.
This webinar will be a more technical exploration of the history of the project's many revisions, detailing the goals, challenges, and successes. We will end with a demo of where things stand today and some of the latest thoughts on where things are going. Where does a project like this belong in a world with successful offerings like Grasshopper 2 and ShapeDiver? What has Speckle unlocked for the future of a collaborative "platform" for Grasshopper? And what unhinged things will Chuck say about a project he refuses to let die?
About the speaker:
Chuck Driesler graduated with a B.Arch from Pratt Institute in 2019. He has worked on several technical teams within the AEC community, including HOK buildingSMART, WeWork, Pollination Tools, and Hypar. He recently moved to London and is currently a software engineer at Speckle.
This webinar aims to provide an overview of how Rhino is integrated into Saitec’s workflow during the design process of a floating offshore wind platform. The presentation will showcase the parametric script developed in-house using RhinoScript module, and introduce the detailed 3D model that represents the "as-built" status of DemoSATH. Saitec will also give some feedback on the advantages of using this software against others and its capabilities.
Saitec Offshore Technologies, founded in 2016 as a spin-off of Saitec Engineering, is an engineering company specialized in floating offshore wind related services. It has developed SATH technology (Swinging Around Twin Hull), a competitive and cost-efficient concrete floating solution. In 2023 Saitec achieved a major milestone by putting into operation DemoSATH, the first floating offshore wind turbine connected to the grid in Spain.
About the speakers:
Oriol de Quintana holds an MSc in Civil Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), specializing in Maritime and Offshore structures. He joined Saitec in 2023, and he has been involved in the platform design.
Mikel Baliño is a BIM modeler with extensive experience in large-scale projects in the industry and energy sectors. He has honed his skills in 3D modeling through completion of an Autodesk BIM master's program.
We want to introduce the newest release of Qubu Ultralight, the first of Qubu's Grasshopper plugins.
Qubu Ultralight is high-speed, and easy-to-use software, designed for the Direct Sunlight and indirect Daylight Factor evaluation of buildings and urban zones. It can seamlessly integrate into the regular design processes of sustainable and compliant buildings.
During the webinar, we will discuss how and why to use Ultralight in Grasshopper to achieve accurate and faster daylighting analysis, aligning with Qubu's mission to help architects and real estate developers create better, faster, and more sustainable residential buildings.
Within one hour, we will set up a proper scene for simple, fast, and accurate daylight analysis with Ultralight for Designers. We will measure Direct sunlight and Daylight factor in multiple apartments, evaluate and interpret the results, and discuss advanced measurements and evaluations that can be performed with Ultralight for Specialist.
Speaker:
Ján Pernecký is the co-founder and CTO at Qubu. He is an architect, dedicated computational designer, and educator. Before Qubu, he co-authored the discrete assembly toolkit for Grasshopper, Monoceros, and the swarm simulation tool Boid. In 2014 he founded one of the first online resources for Grasshopper tutorials, the research Grasshopper Sessions.
We’ll have our presentations at the meeting, followed by an audience Q&A with all our presenters. Attendees are then invited to stay on for conversation and networking opportunities with the UK Grasshopper community as we gather and drink together.
This beginner-level video, created by Phil Cook from Simply Rhino UK, demonstrates how to create an interior architectural visual in Rhino 8 using the built-in Sun and Sky system and Rhino’s Raytrace render engine.
The video begins by introducing a method of setting up the interior perspective view by controlling Rhino’s camera widget before applying library and custom materials to scene elements.
Phil then looks at setting up the Sun as a direct illumination source and replacing the default environment with the Physical Sky model to connect the sun and sky.
The final rendering is created with the Raytrace render engine. Phil outlines how to use post effects to improve the exposure and how to export a transparent background so that the color-ramp sky can be easily replaced with a photographic image in subsequent editing.
Cademy LIVE workshops are great resources for industrial designers and students who want to learn industry practices for creating parametric textures and designs for manufacturing 3D models. Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, and texture workflows are essential parts of an industrial design professional's toolkit. On the other hand, computational design strategies for lattice 3D printing, machine learning, and data-driven design are skills required by design studios. These workshops will provide a structured learning path to understand such complex tools.
Dates: (12 hrs of LIVE class: 6 hrs per day with a 1-hr break)
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May, Sat 18-Sun 19 June, Sat 29-Sun 30 July, Sat 27-Sun 28
If you’re an architect or designer and you’ve always wanted to learn Rhino, Grasshopper, or Rhino.Inside.Revit from scratch in a systematic step-by-step way, How to Rhino is hosting a free workshop for architects from May 27 to June 6.
The workshop will be hosted by Dusan and Lazar, Servian architects and founders of the How to Rhino platform, which helps architects learn how to use Rhino and Grasshopper for architecture. How to Rhino is an authorized Rhino Training Center and all of the workshop participants will receive a certificate of attendance at the end.
Topics that will be covered and answered during the workshop:
Rhinoceros
I don't know where to start?
The interface looks so scary and confusing!?
There are no specific Rhino tutorials just for architects that are exactly to the point
I need a professional next to me to ask questions
I want to start making organic designs that you can't achieve with other programs
Grasshopper
What's the logic behind Grasshopper?
Grasshopper interface is way too complex
Beginner-friendly step-by-step approach
Creating Grasshopper scripts from scratch
I've never used Grasshopper, I don't know how to start?
How to use parametric modeling for architecture with Grasshopper
Rhino.Inside.Revit
What is Rhino.Inside.Revit?
Connection between Grasshopper and Revit
How to do parametric designs in Revit
Dynamo vs. Grasshopper
Full BIM workflow from Rhino and Grasshopper
During these ten days (May 27 to June 6), there will be four in-depth lectures, four live events, and some surprise guests. The sessions will be recorded if you can’t attend live events, but the content won’t be available after June 6th.
The event is entirely free, but there are limited seats available, so make sure to register and secure your spot as soon as possible.
Drakon builds upon Panther's legacy, offering an enhanced user experience, an expanded toolset, and a range of new features that will take your jewelry design to the next level. From precise gem settings to streamlined modeling processes, Drakon is designed to exceed your expectations.
Take advantage of the Release Promotion with a 35% discount valid during the beta period.
Ping-Hsiang Chen, a former computational designer at Zaha Hadid Architects, leads a three-day Grasshopper Level 2online course. This hands-on experience explores computational geometry and parametric design principles. After the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Have an in-depth understanding of data structure
2. Work between different geometry types such as NURBS, Mesh, and SubDs
3. Understand use cases of mesh geometry
4. Optimize workflow using blocks and caches
5. Work with layers, material, and views in your Rhino document
Day 1
Review Computational Geometry and Complex Geometry
Advanced Data Structure (Branch and Path Manipulation)
Data Grouping, Partition, Classification and Culling
Data Sorting, Sets
Conditional Statements
Custom Patterns and Domain
Day 2
Mesh Modelling Introduction
Mesh Subdivision and Topology Reconstruction
Mesh Optimization with ShrinkWrap
Introduction to Blocks
Create Block Attributes
Reference External Blocks
Day 3
Point Cloud Data Type
Introduction to Content Cache
Query Information from Rhino Document
Model Layer and Object Introduction
Model View Introduction
Course requirements: This course is for Grasshopper users with an intermediate level in Rhino. We welcome people from cross-disciplinary backgrounds in architecture, product design, jewelry design, engineering, fabrication, art, and more.
Online course fees: EUR 395,- (+VAT); full-time students and university teachers get a 50% discount (proof of status required). Please note that we will confirm your seat after your payment has cleared.
Maximum number of participants: 25. If there is no quorum, the course will be canceled 15 days before.
Course language: English
Educational seats are limited. Sign up now by contacting Verena!
A full day of talks by expert designers (product, footwear, jewelry, marine, computation...), architects, engineers, educators, and the Fab Foundation and McNeel staff.
Exhibitor area: Learn more about the latest tools, plugins, and integrations from our coolest industry partners.
Networking cocktail: Connect with fellow Rhino enthusiasts during our networking cocktail featuring avant-garde DJs in the beautiful city of Wroclaw!
*Call for Speakers: Do you have a groundbreaking project or design & fabrication workflow to share? Seize the opportunity to contribute to our community-driven agenda as a speaker. Contact us to nominate yourself or recommend a colleague for consideration.
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Fab Foundation Poland is also organizing a professionally oriented series of masterclasses in parametric design.
Masterclasses will be held every second weekend at the Fab Institute (Łokietka 12c, 50-243 Wroclaw, Poland). They will start with the basics, proceed through modeling with Anemone (iteratively) and Kangaroo (simulation), and end with advanced scripting classes in Python and C#. Please check the whole schedule.
Curious to discover the new frontiers of design? Attend Envisioning Design Day (EDD) on June 15, 2024, at the Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan. This is an opportunity to meet industry professionals, make meaningful connections, and enhance your skills. The day will be filled with masterclasses taught by leading experts and sponsored miniclasses, ideal for enriching one's experience and knowledge. EDD is an event that promises inspiration, learning, and new opportunities in the design field.
This year, the EDD celebrates its fourth edition. To learn more about the past editions, please visit this website.
Grasshopper users can now design and build parametric web applications with the new App Builder in ShapeDiver.
Have you ever used Human UI, UI+, or any of the wonderful interface plugins to build custom interfaces for presentations and sharing with non-technical colleagues? While those tools are great, they remain limited in some contexts:
How do you share the user-friendly interface with users who do not own a Rhino license?
How do you give access to the application without sharing the Grasshopper definition?
How do you make the application accessible through all types of devices, including mobiles?
The new App Builder components solve all these issues at once. They allow the skeleton of a web application to be specified directly inside Grasshopper. After uploading the file to ShapeDiver, you can open and interact with the web application where the interface is parametrically controlled through the logic you defined in Grasshopper!
The App Builder already allows defining all traditional form inputs (sliders, value lists, toggles, file inputs, etc.), as well as formatted text outputs driven by the parametric algorithm and even image widgets. Of course, the online 3D viewer is at the center of it all.
Watch architects Arturo De La Fuente and Donatella Araujo Lefosse showcase contemporary architecture in this captivating video from the International Facades Forum.
Explore buildings designed by visionary architects who blend art, technology, and functionality. Rhino's digital simulation technology helps architects and designers bring their designs to life, creating stunning structures with innovative materials and techniques. Each facade tells a unique story, transforming urban landscapes.
Digital fabrication is changing the way we design buildings. It allows us to create complex shapes using digital technology and data-driven designs. This videoshows how architecture affects the environment and encourages us to appreciate its importance. Watch to gain an inspiring insight into modern architecture!
Catalogue Permutations V1.0 will create a design catalogue consisting of simple scripts that you can use multiple times for future designs. This catalogue focuses on learning the fundamental elements of Rhino Grasshopper and Blender 3D Geometry Nodes. After completing this course, you will not be afraid of facing a blank design canvas but will confidently use your design catalogue to create complex structures.
The catalogue contains point-based, line-based, and surface-based design methods and can be categorized into four design languages: Organic Flow, Repetition, Random Generation, and Overlap. This catalogue allows users to apply these simple scripts and combine them to explore unexpected spaces. June Lee will share his design process, from finding inspiration to building final geometries. This course also demonstrates how to create a quick rendering using Blender 3D Cycles render.
Transmutation Logics V1.0 is a comprehensive webinar that offers participants an unparalleled journey into procedural form-finding using state-of-the-art digital design tools and software. This unique online tutorial is meticulously crafted to introduce and delve deep into the art and science of creating complex and intricate geometries. This session is tailored for computational designers of all levels and backgrounds—including architects, product designers, visual effects artists, animators, and others who incorporate 3D modeling and rendering into their creative workflow. Participants will unlock the full potential of digital design tools and software, including SideFX Houdini, McNeel Rhinoceros, KeyShot, and Mantra. Using procedural form finding—a method that allows for the generation of complex forms and patterns through algorithms and rules set by the designer—participants will create a catalog of beautiful artifacts and learn how to create immersive renderings and animations to showcase their designs.
One Click LCA is the premier platform for life-cycle assessment and carbon reduction within the construction sector. Globally recognized and used in over 100 countries, it boasts the construction sector's most extensive database. It seamlessly integrates with more than 20 design tools and upholds over 80 standards and certifications, ensuring comprehensive support for sustainable construction practices.
Join us for the first edition of Rhino Talks, where we will guide you through creating a stunning signet ring using Rhino 8!
This event is perfect for beginners and those looking to improve their jewelry design skills. During the webinar, we will cover the necessary techniques for designing jewelry and explore advanced commands to help unleash your creativity and take your designs to the next level.
Explore Rhino 8 and its various industry applications at Rhino Talks.Don't miss the opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with the Rhino community. Connecting with like-minded professionals and enthusiasts lets you stay updated on the latest trends, techniques, and tools in Rhino software.
In this webinar, we discuss spherene™ metamaterial and its design tool integration in Rhino. Spherene metamaterial is revolutionizing design and manufacturing. It mimics bulk material properties, drastically cutting design time. Spherene is the industry's only isotropic minimal surface, versatile and inherently resilient. Spherene's Adaptive Density Minimal Surfaces (ADMS) are printable on any 3D printer in any material. The Rhino integration allows easy, best-in-class design, saving much engineering time.
Speakers:
Christian Waldvogel is the founder of spherene, a Zurich-based company that is developing autonomous design software. He holds a Master’s degree in architecture from ETHZ, made his first 3D print in 1999, and spent most part of the 21st century as a conceptual artist. His work, which aims to reflect humanity as a species on a planet and in the universe, was published and exhibited worldwide and has directly led to the discovery of the spherene geometry in 2012.
Daniel Bachmann, the Chief Innovation Officer at spherene, brings a background in electronics engineering and a successful track record in 3D production, having owned two companies. His interdisciplinary skills extend to rapid prototyping, usability, and interaction design. Before spherene, he spent eight years sharing his knowledge of various manufacturing techniques, including woodworking, plaster and concrete casting, CNC, additive manufacturing, and laser cutting, as a lecturer for model building and design and as a workshop deputy at ETH Zurich's Rapid Architectural Prototyping Laboratory.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join Open Style Lab’s award-winning summer program that equips makers and designers with the skills to design with people with disabilities and problem-solve with style and beauty for a more inclusive world.
Over six weeks, we will dive deep into accessible footwear. Participating fellows will be invited to work in a hands-on, cross-disciplinary environment, collaborating with the disability community to explore challenges and design style-led adaptive footwear solutions. The fellowship will focus on functionality, comfort, and style. Throughout this workshop, you will be able to work with experts in inclusive design and gain access to Open Style Lab’s extensive database of over ten years of learning in inclusive design and fashion.
Rethink design norms, innovate for better design for all, and meet an amazing collective of creatives who design with soul, purpose, joy, and empowerment. Let’s challenge perceptions of human ability and the body through design and technology!
Founded in 1980, McNeel is a privately-held, employee-owned company with sales and support offices and affiliates in Seattle, Boston, Miami, Buenos Aires, Barcelona, Rome, Tokyo, Taipei, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, and Shanghai with more than 700 resellers, distributors, OEMs, and training centers around the world.