Industrial Design Software Poll

There is an interesting poll on LinkedIn for industrial designers.

What 3D software do you use primarily?

Check it out...

Deadline for TEX-FAB submissions, June 2nd

The deadline for TEX-FAB design competition submissions is only two weeks away.  All submissions must be received by June 2nd.

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Savannah College of Art and Design furniture industry conference

The Savannah College of Art and Design furniture design department is partnering with the American Society of Furniture Designers to host a two-day furniture industry conference intended to inspire creativity and intellect among professionals and students.

• Day one of the summit will focus on digital design, giving professionals access to an array of professors, students and outside vendors who will demonstrate how technology enhances the design process.

• Day two will feature lectures and panel discussions from top industry talent.

To register . . . 

PanelingTools for Grasshopper and Rhino 5 Beta

A new release of PanelingTools for Grasshopper (PT-GH) in Rhino 5 Beta was posted with many new components and bug fixes. PT-GH is an extension of PanelingTools plug-in for Rhino that supports parametric design of cellular patterns and surface rationalization. Check details from here...

Rhino Job in L.A.: SYNTHESIS Design + Architecture

SYNTHESIS Design + Architecture is seeking talented, motivated, and personable interns to join our Los Angeles team for the summer.

We are an enthusiastic and emerging design office with a growing portfolio of projects.  Current comissions include a 5,000sqm visitor center in Quanzhou, China, a 12,000 sqm lifestyle center in Bangkok, Thailand, and a 64,000 sqm shopping center in Phuket, Thailand.

The selected candidate will support all design teams with 3D modeling, drawing, and physical modeling/prototyping.

Requirements:

• Must currently hold or be in pursuit of a B. Arch or M. Arch degree.
• Excellent design sensibility, communication skills and personal initiative are desired.
• Expertise in Rhino, AutoCAD, and Illustrator are required.
• Proficiency in Grasshopper, Kangaroo, Hoopsnake, RhinoScript, VB or Python is a bonus.
• Familiarity with digital fabrication protocols (3D printing, CNC milling, and laser cutting) is beneficial.
• A perfect fit – We are looking to expand our team – not fill holes.  We want to know why your architectural and design interests and aspirations align with ours and how.
• Must be a US Citizen or hold a US working or student visa.
• Must be a Los Angeles resident or able to relocate to Los Angeles for the entire summer.

Please send a CV, portfolio, and a cover letter which addresses the requirements listed above to studio@synthesis-dna.com

Note: Due to the overwhelming number of applications for this post, we are unable to respond to all applicants.