Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Modos Furniture launches the Modos Customizer

Parametric model by Yevgeny Koramblyum from OomStudios

Today, November 14th,  Modos Furniture is launching an online customizer for their furniture system: the Modos Customizer, designed by Matt Tyson. Try it here!

Check out their work with Rhino + Grasshopper parametric modeling.

Modos is offering our readers a 5% discount on their Modos furniture system. Be sure to give them the code Rhino5.

Programming by Peggy Li

Saturday, November 10, 2018

Orca3D at METS, Amsterdam


Orca3D Version 1.5, the marine design plugin for Rhino, will be displayed from November 13 to 15 in the NDAR booth 07.552 at METS in Amsterdam.

Stop by and check out all the new functionalities including the Marine CFD interface, ISO 12217-2 STIX stability index calculator, the stability criteria evaluation, and much more. Ask the staff questions. Learn about the new licensing system, Version 2.0 Work in Progress (available for Rhino 6 users) and the upcoming releases.

Friday, November 9, 2018

New book on patterns in landscape design

Dynamic Patterns: Visualizing Landscapes in a Digital Age by Karen M'Closkey and Keith Vandersys

Dynamic Patterns explores the role of patterns in designed landscapes.

Parametric software, such as Grasshopper, is encouraging experimentation via custom scripts linking Grasshopper to GIS software.

Dynamic Patterns is about this new aesthetic approach to landscape. In the book, M’Closkey and VanDerSys explore the theoretical implications of pattern making and probe the potential of patterns to join the practical and aesthetic functions of a landscape.
Dynamic Patterns shows work from a wide range of artists and designers, illustrating new ways of seeing patterns and designing landscapes.
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Programming Architecture - Rhino Developer Courses


Programming Architecture has just released a series of online Rhino Developer Courses in C# and C++.

The instructor Milos Dimcic will teach you how to write plugins for Rhinoceros 6 in both programming languages. These courses are for architects, designers, engineers, or anyone who wants to use powerful automation tools to generate complex geometry in Rhinoceros 6.

For coding beginners, he has prepared a small C#/C++ Basics course to get you started.




Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Lumion LiveSync for Rhino now available


Immediately set up a live, realtime visualization between Rhino and Lumion. Change the Rhino model’s shape and you’ll see these changes taking place, in realtime, in Lumion’s breathtaking, lifelike environment.

As you continue modeling in Rhino, you can simultaneously view your project in Lumion surrounded by an immersive, fully featured landscape (mountains, water, grass). Beautiful materials make the design pop, as photorealistic lighting suddenly heightens your sense of environment, realism, and depth.

Realtime materials synchronization

Instantly breathe life into your synced Rhino model by applying any of Lumion’s 1000+ high-definition materials in the Lumion editor. As you continue to develop your design, you can tweak the materials precisely to your liking and then save your material layouts for future rendering.

Live point-of-view synchronization

LiveSync now enables live point-of-view synchronization. Turn it on and immediately adopt the Rhino camera perspective, making your work easier, faster, and more enjoyable.

Automatic model imports

When establishing the LiveSync connection, Lumion will automatically import your Rhino model. Continue working on and modifying your project even after you turn off LiveSync. And easily save the file as an .LS for future rendering or development.

Sunday, November 4, 2018

Pufferfish version 2.3


The Pufferfish is one of few animals capable of changing its shape.
This plugin is a set of 213 components which focuses on Tweens, Blends, Morphs, Averages, Transformations, & Interpolationsessentially Shape Changing. Pufferfish uses parameters and factors for inputs for more custom control over operations like tweens and grids as opposed to Grasshopper's usual division count inputs.

Friday, October 26, 2018

ThinkParametric online class: Elefront 101 Distributed Data Models with Rhino Objects



Elefront 101 Distributed Data Models with Rhino Objects


In this online Elefront course by ThinkParametric, the instructor, Ramon van der Heijden, will walk you through the whole workflow of how Elefornt works by creating a highly detailed glassing facade system, similar to the way Elefront was used in the Morpheus Hotel by Zaha Hadid.


Thursday, October 25, 2018

Scan&Solve Pro now available for Rhino 6


Scan&Solve Pro is now optimized to use in Rhino 6. This Scan&Solve Pro version has full functionality and trademark meshfree simulation in Rhino 6, so you can continue to analyze structures without the hassle of meshing.

And, Scan&Solve now offers perpetual licenses for Scan&Solve Pro that never expire.

For a limited time, Scan&Solve is offering a 20% discount when you use the promo code SnSProIntro.

 Download Scan&Solve Pro today and start working with the newest version of Rhino.




Friday, October 19, 2018

New ThinkParametric course: Learn to use the Ivy plugin

Learn how to use the Ivy plugin to perform advanced mesh analysis, segmentation and unrolling processes using Graph Theory principles.

In this course, you'll learn the concepts behind Graph Theory. ThinkParametric covers the basic workflow of how Ivy works and explains the MeshGraph, which is an abstract construct that combines the geometric characteristics of the mesh with sets of linked data containers.

You will learn the different ways to use Ivy to analyze your meshes and cover how to perform various types of segmentation.

Then you'll cover how to use this segmentation to unroll the meshes and how to add flap to mesh segments to send them to the digital fabrication process.

The class will cover an architectural design application of Ivy by trying to recreate a design piece inspired by the work of Marc Fornes.


Thursday, October 18, 2018

Visualizing Math with 3D printing


Wouldn’t it be great to experience three-dimensional ideas in three dimensions? In this first-of-its-kind book, Visualizing Math with 3D Printing, mathematician and mathematical artist Henry Segerman takes readers on a fascinating tour of two-, three-, and four-dimensional mathematics.

Segerman has succeeded in making a wide variety of mathematical ideas ... accessible to a general audience in a genuinely new and effective way. -- Journal of Mathematics and the Arts



Henry Segerman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Oklahoma State University. Besides his research interests in three-dimensional geometry and topology, he is a mathematical artist, working in the medium of 3D printing. Check out his website.



Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Learn about Lean Solemma environmental analysis tools in NY


Solemma Symposium and Training
New York City | Oct 23-24, 2018

The Solemma Symposium (formerly called DIVA Day) is an annual event on the use of environmental analysis tools in design practice, research and architectural education.

This is happening October 23-24 in New York City. We'll be there!  #nyc_oct_2018

New York | Oct 23-24, 2018
Cornell University AAP NYC
26 Broadway, Lower Manhattan.

Event registration...

Monday, October 15, 2018

Intro to Grasshopper Online (Mornings) at McNeel Online


Intro to Grasshopper Online (Mornings) at McNeel Online
October 30-November 2, 2018
Hours: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM each day (PST)

Seattle, Washington - Online
US$195

Course Description

This course is for design professionals who are looking to efficiently learn concepts and features of Grasshopper at an accelerated pace in an instructor-led online environment.

Instructor Andres Gonzalez will get you started with generative modeling in Rhino using the Grasshopper add-on. The advantages of using Grasshopper in preliminary design and concept development come to life in numerous real-life examples.

The class will be in English using the GoToTraining software.

You will need the following software tools:
  • Rhino 6 for Windows, which includes Grasshopper, or
  • Rhino 5 for Windows and the free Grasshopper plugin, or
  • Rhino 5.4 for Mac, which includes Grasshopper.
Rhino 6 for Windows is recommended, and it will be used by the instructor in the training. Students are welcome to use the Grasshopper for Mac. Differences between the platforms are minor and will be discussed.

Discover how to use Rhino's computational design feature to enhance your modeling process.

View the course outline.



Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Tuesday, October 9, 2018

Fabricating a 3D printed sculpture to withstand Times Square


Formlabs, a 3D printing technology developer and manufacturer, was faced with fabricating a 3D printed sculpture for Times Square. The challenge: it was to be installed for one month in the winter. It had to stand up to cold, wind, water, UV exposure, and New York City crowds.

Alongside design studio Aranda\Lasch and engineering firm LaufsED, they created Window to the Heart. The Formlabs team was able to print and finish 1,000 tiles, and assemble and adhere them together to become the final 10-by-12-foot installation in the heart of Times Square.

Designing for wind is a core aspect of any structural engineering endeavor. Times Square is an especially tricky location because it is an intersection where several wind tunnels meet. And the standard engineering procedure is to make sure that the safety factors can withstand the wind speeds from 100-year wind speed data.


Read how Formlabs approached this design and printing challenge of wind, adhesives, and tiles.


Monday, October 8, 2018

New: Update for SectionTools


Announcing an update of SectionTools for Rhino 6.7 (Windows 64 bit only).

New in this release:
  • Added ExtrudeDir option to stCreate command to allow creating sections in any direction.
  • Added stDeleteSections command. It deletes sections and layouts, and their layers.
  • Fixed sectioning through thin objects when they align with the section plane.
  • Added About SectionTools to the menu.
  • Updated the toolbars with the latest changes.
  • Other various stability bug fixes.
Documentation:
Robert McNeel & Associates welcomes your feedback. A great place to post questions is the McNeel Discourse Forum.

Here is the direct download link. Just double-click the installer file and follow the prompts to install.

Friday, September 28, 2018

SimplyRhino Hardware Configuration for Rhino 6


SimplyRhino has been researching the best hardware configuration to run Rhino 6 for Windows and is sharing the results on their website.

They also have reviewed a PNY mobile workstation using Rhino v6 and V-Ray 3.6 for Rhino. Watch the video (delivered by Phil Cook), along with full text regarding the content (including how Rhino 6 takes full advantage of the high-spec GPU).


Thursday, September 27, 2018

XirusCAD for Rhino 6 at DEVELOP3D LIVE in Boston


Mirrakoi is exhibiting at DEVELOP3D LIVE in Boston (October 2, 2018) to announce XirusCAD for Rhino 6 and the new starpoint-features that are soon included in XirusCAD

Super-smooth starpoints can be created with a few mouse clicks from n-gons with 3, 4, 5 or 6 edges with G2 or higher continuity. XirusCAD enables instant smooth freeform modeling: the intuitive creation of smooth Y-branches or bridges between patches has never been easier! XirusCAD for Rhino provides a complete toolset for intuitive and instant high-quality smooth freeform modeling and enables direct surface, tangent and curvature control, SubD, full NURBS compatibility and more. 

XirusCAD is available for free at https://mirrakoi.com/xiruscad-for-rhino/.


Follow XirusCAD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mirrakoi

Follow XirusCAD on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mirrakoi

Thursday, September 20, 2018

Garden Thorn irrigation system


Here is a fun product from a Rhino user, Handy Camel. It's their contribution to combating global warming with water conservation.

The Garden Thorn is a spike made of recycled plastic. It's a nifty irrigation device that injects water three to six inches underground and eliminates runoff and evaporation, so plants get the water they need at the roots.

The Garden Thorn spike is placed in the ground, not on the surface like soaker hoses. There is no runoff or evaporation.

 
It is an easy-to-use, underground irrigation system requiring:
  • A garden hose
  • A rubber mallet to protect the thorn when tapping into the ground
  • A hose end-cap for one end of the hose
The spike is hammered in the ground near the plant. When snapped in place, the needle at the top of the Garden Thorn punctures the hose. The pressurized water is injected down into the spike and out a hole at the bottom, watering the roots and soil directly around the plant.

Saturday, September 8, 2018

RhinoLink for Wolfram Language


RhinoLink is a prototype Wolfram Language paclet that provides a two-way communication link between McNeel and Associates' Rhino and Mathematica or Wolfram Desktop.

With RhinoLink you can:
  • Script Rhino with Wolfram Language code
  • Create Grasshopper components that encapsulate Wolfram Language code
  • Control Rhino content with Wolfram Language interfaces
  • Source Rhino geometry from Mathematica
  • Include Wolfram Language code directly in Grasshopper structures
  • Use Rhino as a geometry server from Wolfram Language

RhinoLink currently supports Rhino 6 for Windows and Mathematica versions 11.0+.


Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Last call for entries - Reshape


Reshape 18| Sensing Materialities Competition

Entries due August 31st


Through their online platform Reshape promotes research, design, and production of digital ideas, exploring implications and applications of technology and innovation. Reshape 18 | Sensing materialities is focused on customized garments or products, promoting healthy living for individuals in everyday life.

Annually Reshape launches a competition organized by Noumena in collaboration with IN(3D)USTRY From Needs to Solutions and Fira Barcelona to foster the use and adoption of additive and advanced manufacturing on wearable and product design. This year's forum is October 16-18.

Designers, makers, and artists are invited to submit their ideas and design proposals for the Reshape challenge.

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Reviving Tacoma's wooden dome


The renovation of the Tacoma Dome, in Tacoma, Washington, United States, is now underway. When measured by volume, the Tacoma Dome is the largest wooden dome arena in the world.

More than 25 million people have enjoyed world-class entertainment and events at the Tacoma Dome for the last 35 years. This summer, the dome will be enhanced with more than $30 million in capital improvements.

The dome structure and new upgraded seating layout were modeled in Rhino for 3D-review and visualization. The model walk-through is a short clip by DIG showing the model build-up.

Model walk-through in a time-lapse rendering






Friday, August 17, 2018

3D printing and concrete


Benjamin Dillenburger, a professor for Digital Building Technologies at ETH Zurich, has created this video on the hot topic of 3D printing and concrete.

He is printing the concrete framework using complex geometries and creating lightweight, prefabricated concrete slabs.





Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Scan&Solve for Rhino 6 released


Scan&Solve Pro for Rhino 6 has been released!

Scan&Solve Pro allows structural simulation of bonded assemblies consisting of any collection of solid geometry (polysurfaces, extrusions, meshes) within Rhino 6. It also supports advanced material models such as wood and bonded orthotropic composites. Now offering perpetual licenses in addition to affordable subscription licenses!



Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Rhino 6 now available in Russian

Русская версия Rhino 6!

Rhino is now available in the Russian language!

You can browse through the website to learn about the new features in Rhino 6, and download the user’s interface.

In collaboration with our partner in Russia Sabit Soft, we will keep working on training materials to make them available in the Russian language soon.

For suggestions or comments, please feel free to contact McNeel Europe (in English). For support in Russian, please contact one of our authorized dealers.


Thursday, July 12, 2018

Just published! Computational Design in Landscape Architecture

For landscape architects:

Codify: Parametric and Computational Design in Landscape Architecture
by Bradley Cantrell and Adam Mekies

Codify is a series of essays that explores what it means to use, modify, and create computational tools in a contemporary design environment.

Essays written by leading academics and professionals provide snapshots of digital practice. 

The sections examine the role of computational tools in landscape architecture through historical accounts, theoretical arguments, and potential. Filled with case studies that include scripting and digital analysis, the implementation of smart algorithms, and custom applications, the book leads you to new methods of organizing, understanding and quantifying data that allow for smarter, sustainable landscape architecture. 

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Access Rhino geometry through the cloud


Robert McNeel & Associates has introduced Rhino Compute Work in Progress.

Rhino Compute is a cloud-accessible geometry calculator for developers. Compute allows access to the Rhino's geometry library through a stateless REST API via the McNeel cloud. You can access 2400+ RhinoCommon API calls from outside Rhino as an online web service, including:
  • Closest point calculations
  • Intersection calculations
  • Surface tessellation (meshing)
  • Interpolation
  • Booleans
  • Area and mass property calculations
  • Other miscellaneous geometry calculations
To find out more go to Rhino Compute services...


Monday, July 9, 2018

Advanced Design Workshop by Luigi Memola - London - August 14, 2018



London, UK
August 14, 2018, from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM

The Advanced Design Workshop is a special event brought to you by Luigi Memola, 3D Artist and Concept Designer. Luigi explains his process and techniques used in the creation of his personal work. He will cover topics on the design process, addressing the designer’s need to increase the quality of their work and reduce communication time of an idea from one department to another. He will also push designers to research and develop the appropriate tools and techniques to enhance the creative process.


Monday, June 18, 2018

Surface to Beauty: A V-Ray for Rhino Project From Start to Finish




V-Ray for Rhino Webinar
June 26, 2018
10-11 am for Europe & Asia
12-1 pm for Americas


In this 45-minute webinar, CG Specialist Anastasia Zhivaeva will explain the process of setting up a project in simple steps.

Find out the principles of creating fast, effective and efficient visualizations. Anastasia will show you the essential tips and tricks every V-Ray Rhino user should know. Learn how to set up the camera, environment, lighting, shading, atmospheric effects, rendering settings, and much more.

Monday, June 11, 2018

Job offer for a C# RhinoCommon Developer at Alfred Wegener Institute (Bremerhaven, Germany)


The Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) is well known for its contributions to research in global environment, geo systems, and climate.

ELiSE Leichtbau is a technology brand of the AWI. The ELiSE team focuses on lightweight design and optimization based on the biologic research on algae skeletons and collaborates with major companies in the automotive and aerospace industry, among others.

The Bremerhaven (Germany) team is searching for a software developer as soon as possible for the following tasks:

  • Contribution to the development of a modular software architecture for the parametric generation and assessment of geometries
  • Assistance in the development of a Grasshopper plugin
  • Design of an upcoming software in a planned start-up

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree (or similar) in a study program related to computer science or engineering
  • Advanced knowledge of C#
  • Experience with microservice architecture
  • Experience with graphics applications
  • Experience in agile software development with continuous integration
  • Experience in CAD kernels (RhinoCommon, Parasolid,...)

The job offer is limited until August 31, 2019, with the option of a long-term extension and the prospect of a key developer position in the start-up.

If you are interested in challenging software development in an open-minded, young group, please contact AWI directly or find further information on the position (in German): https://www.awi.de/nc/arbeiten-lernen/jobs/stellenangebote/software-entwicklerin.html

*Students with C# and Grasshopper skills are also welcome to apply to a part-time job by contacting daniel.siegel@awi.de 

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

PhD study Performance-driven and Integrated Design Methods for Architecture and Urban Design at Tallinn University of Technology


Tallinn University of Technology opened PhD study admissions for the year 2018/2019. 

The Department of Civil Engineering and Architecture has several topics, including Performance-driven and Integrated Design Methods for Architecture and Urban Design. 

The work will be conducted using parametric design software with a preference for Rhinoceros/Grasshopper integrated with urban comfort, solar, daylight, and energy simulation software.


For direct info please contact Francesco de Luca...

Friday, May 25, 2018

INESCOP footwear plugins


INESCOP is a Centre for Technology and Innovation, founded in 1971 as a private and nonprofit association. With more than 45 years of experience, the Institute provides technology services, transfers knowledge and conducts research on general relevant topics for the footwear sector.

Based on top of Rhino, INESCOP has developed the following solutions for complex insole and outsole design:

ICad3DP is a software for 3D sole design with many tools for the intuitive and simple creation of the different sole elements, from a digitized last through reverse engineering. A complex outsole can be designed to be printed in 3D.

It also includes specific tools to design heels, platforms, top pieces, top piece molds, as well as machining paths.

IcadPAN is a 3D anatomic insoles design software with an intuitive interface, which allows automatization of many tasks that professionals in the podology sector usually do by hand, from the design to the manufacturing of the insole. It enables the personalization of the insole to adapt it to the characteristics and needs of each patient.

Thursday, May 17, 2018

New RhinoFabStudio in Malta


Dfab.Studio (Malta) has recently joined the European network of RhinoFabStudios.

Dfab.Studio is a design and fabrication studio providing design and laser cutting services for the architectural, artistic, and design fields.

Steve DeMicoli, Manager of Dfab.Studio: 

"Our interest lies at the intersection of architecture, material-based design, computational thinking and digital fabrication. We operate within a well-established, local building industry and consistently strive to find novel methods of working. A major component of Dfab.Studio’s practice is the transfer of skill and tectonic knowledge, acquired through research, to actual building projects in 1:1 scale. 

The intention of Dfab.Studio’s affiliation with RhinoFabStudio is to continue to widen our network and benefit from international exposure in order to be able to offer the highest of standards in workshops and training with hands-on practical experience."


Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Searching for the best Rhino user




Jade 3D, in partnership with Voxel C&T, is searching for the best Rhino user through a virtual competition. 

The primary goal of the competition is to provide a 3D virtual experience with digital manufacturing tools interacting with Rhino. Participants can showcase their creativity and test their skills and abilities. Participants will compete for a prize that will consist of a rapid prototyping kit and accessories.

Register here!

For more information visit this link.

What is a RhinoFabStudio? RhinoFabStudio (fabrication studio) is a small-scale digital workshop, certified by McNeel, with an array of Rhino and Rhino compatible software and computer controlled tools and training. These tools cover the various leading-edge industrial methods and materials needed to design, analyze, and fabricate almost anything.

Intro to Grasshopper Online (Mornings) at McNeel Online


May 21-24, 2018
Hours: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM each day (PST)

Seattle, Washington - Online
US$195

This course is for design professionals who are looking to efficiently learn concepts and features of Grasshopper at an accelerated pace in an instructor-led online environment.

Instructor Andres Gonzalez will get you started with generative modeling in Rhino using the Grasshopper add-on. The advantages of using Grasshopper in preliminary design and concept development come to life in numerous real-life examples. Note, Andres will be using Rhino 6 for Windows, which includes Grasshopper.

The class will be in English using the GoToTraining software.

You will need the following software tools:
Get a head start on discovering how to use Rhino's computational design feature.






Monday, May 14, 2018

The new technology in V-Ray 3.6 for Rhino




Following V-Ray's release for Rhino 6, Chaos Group has introduced new V-Ray rendering technology:
  • GPU and hybrid rendering for faster rendering
  • Adaptive lights that can speed up some scenes by 700%
  • New texture maps
  • A library of over 600 lifelike materials 
  • And loads more!

Also, Chaos Group's seamless cloud rendering service debuts in V-Ray 3.6 for Rhino. Be one of the first to try it. 

Friday, May 4, 2018

New Research Associate position for robotic fabrication of wooden textiles at University of Kassel



The University of Kassel is looking for a new Research Associate (50% EG 13 TV-H) for a research project on computational design and robotic fabrication methods for wooden textiles. The project is linked to a research collaboration of six research groups at the University of Kassel in the fields of material science, engineering, arts, computational simulation, digital fabrication, and architecture. Tasks will include design work, material research, building prototypes in the robotic fabrication laboratory and taking part in the general organizational activities of the department.

Please send your CV, motivation letter and portfolio to bewerbungen@uni-kassel.de, reference: 31401. English speakers are also welcome to apply.

You're welcome to contact Prof. Philipp Eversmann (+49 561-8042352, eversmann@asl.uni-kassel.de) with questions.

Application deadline is May 21st 2018






Thursday, April 12, 2018

Zoo 6 Service Release 5 available


Zoo 6 Service Release 5 is now available as a free download.

If you are using Zoo 6, you will want to install this service release.

Zoo 6 Service Release 5 provides:
  • Enhanced clustering of Rhino 5 and Rhino 6 licenses.
  • Increased license validation reliability.
  • Improved support for older, third party Zoo plugins.
  • Other stability improvements.

Monday, April 9, 2018

SudoHopper3D Workshop- a playful way to learn Grasshopper, May 4th at McNeel Europe (Barcelona)


1 Day SudoHopper Workshop by Andrés González
May 4, 2018
10.00h - 17.00h
McNeel Europe S.L.
Roger de Flor, 32-34 bajos
08018 Barcelona (Spain)

Andrés González of McNeel Miami will introduce rapid and solid techniques for teaching or learning Grasshopper for you or your students using SudoHopper3D.

SudoHopper3D is a card game to improve the overall understanding of parametric thinking in Grasshopper. It playfully takes you on a journey through mathematics, algorithms and basic visual coding.

Each participant will receive a full, one-year subscription to learn the material to understand and solve the 32 assignments in the game.

Course Fee: EUR 45,- (+VAT) for professionals. Free for full-time students and university teachers (proof of status required). Educational seats are limited.

Maximum Number of Participants: 10 participants

Language: English


Thursday, March 22, 2018

Konstru and VisualARQ team up to deliver interoperability solution


Konstru and VisualArq have teamed up to make it easier for you to upload, download, and translate models between both. Seamlessly work with Revit, SAP2000, ETABS, RAM Structural System, Tekla Structures, Dynamo or Excel by running Grasshopper Scripts for Konstru.


Upload a VisualARQ Model to Konstru:

The process is simple. You have a model in Rhino made of VisualARQ walls, slabs, columns, and beams. 

  1. Log in or sign up in Konstru and create a new model.
  2. Open the Upload VA to Konstru file in Grasshopper that you can find on this link.
  3. Select the Select Model button to choose the project in Konstru where you want to send the model.
  4. Put the Enable button to True in the definition every time you need to send all VisualARQ objects to Konstru.

Konstru will identify each element by its type, as well as its information, and will get the full model ready to send to other programs.




Download a Model from Konstru to VisualARQ:

In this case, you can import a model previously uploaded to your Konstru account into Rhino.


  1. Open the Download Konstru to VA file in Grasshopper that you can find on this link.
  2. Select the Select Model button to choose the project in Konstru that you want to import into Rhino.
  3. Bake the geometry whenever you want to see it as workable VisualARQ objects in Rhino.


Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Level 1 Rhino for Mac Course, Los Angeles


Friday-Sunday, March 9-11, 2018


Maia Merav Holtzman, Authorized Rhino Trainer, designer and jeweler, is offering a hands-on, intensive training course the weekend of March 9, 10 and 11. 

During the three-day class you will:

  • Understand the vocabulary of the Rhino interface
  • Understand the features of the Rhino interface
  • Customize your tools
  • Create basic objects
  • Model using coordinate input, object snaps and SmartTrack tools
  • Modify curves and surfaces with edit commands
  • Use control point editing to modify curves and surfaces
  • Analyze your model
  • Render your model

Friday, February 9, 2018

Call for speakers for the 5th Grasshopper User Meeting in Berlin!



Parametric Support invites speakers to the Grasshopper User Meeting in Berlin, Feb 28th! 

The Berlin edition of Grasshopper User Meeting gathers local creators interested in cutting-edge technology in architecture and design to challenge research and innovation. We are looking for 3-4 speakers that will present their built or conceptual Grasshopper projects, design and fabrication methods and Grasshopper Apps.

In past events, we invited architects, environmental and structural engineers, researchers, digital artists, and freelancers.

Have you recently been working on exciting Grasshopper projects (algorithms, generative or parametric design)? Please apply here: varia@parametric.support

Come and share with the community. Be a part of the movement!