Catalogue Permutations V1.0 Webinar

17 August 2024 - 3 pm to 8 pm UTC
Online Webinar by DesignMorphine

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.

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Transmutation Logics V1.0 Webinar

August 10, 2024 - 3 pm to 8 pm UTC
Online Webinar by DesignMorphine

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.

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Free online course: One Click LCA for Rhino and Grasshopper

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.

Integrate LCA capabilities directly into the Rhino/Grasshopper environment with the One Click LCA plugin. Streamline workflows and get instant feedback on the environmental implications of your design choices without moving data between platforms.

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Rhino Talks: Basics of Jewelry Design

 

Rhino Talks

Basics of Jewelry Design

in Spanish

April 25, 2023 at 11:30 (EST)

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.

Register here for this Rhino Talks webinar: Basics of Jewelry Design, and stay tuned for upcoming events!

food4Rhino webinar: Spherene Metamaterial

food4Rhino webinar: Spherene Metamaterial

26 April 2024 at 11h CEST

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.

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Design with Purpose Open Call!

REVOLUTIONIZING ACCESSIBLE FOOTWEAR

2024 Open Style Lab Summer Program 

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!

Download the Summer 2024 Info Pack

Getting to know… Type Five: The Art of Modular Innovation!

Discover how Type Five, a California-based company, is revolutionizing residential construction in ShapeDiver's latest blog post. Learn about their innovative site-built modular approach, powered by Grasshopper and ShapeDiver, which offers customizable, efficiently built homes at an affordable price. Dive into the interview with Ian Miley, Design Director of Type Five, as he shares insights on overcoming industry challenges and their vision for the future of residential construction. Read the full article for a deeper look into their groundbreaking solutions and how they're leading the way in transforming the AEC industry.

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Now available: The much-anticipated Orca3D Version 3

Orca3D Version 3 is compatible with Rhino 7 and 8. 

If you currently use Orca3D Version 1 or 2, upgrade to Orca3D Version 3 to be compatible with Rhino 8.

Orca3D's packaging has changed in Version 3. In prior versions of Orca3D, you could purchase Level 1 and Level 2, with Level 2 adding to the Level 1 functionality. In Version 3, instead, four modules are available and may be purchased in any combination.

• Design: This includes the Hull Design and fairing and Basic Hydrostatics and stability features. It is equivalent to the previous Level 1.
• Analysis: This includes the Speed/Power feature, the CFD interface, and the Weight & Cost feature. It is equivalent to the previous Level 2, except that it does not include the Level 1 functionality. The Analysis module may be purchased without the Design module.
• Advanced Stability: Includes compartmentation and tank modeling, fluid and solid loads, unlimited load cases, free surface effects, intact and damaged stability with stability criteria evaluation, and tank tables. This is a major new module.
• Orca3D Marine CFD: Requires the Analysis module as a prerequisite.

Watch a 3-minute video highlighting the features of Orca3D Version 3.

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Rhino User Webinar: Small is Big

 

Rhino User Webinar
Small is Big
24 April 2024 at 4:00 pm (CEST)

During the Vienna Architecture Conference in 1992, a round table discussion took place at the MAK Austrian Museum of Applied Arts. The participants included renowned architects such as Wolf Prix, Zaha Hadid, Eric Moss, Lebbeus Woods, Thom Mayne, Steven Holl, and Carme Pinos. Some of these architects expressed frustration over the limited scale of their projects and the marginalization of their role compared to commercial enterprises. However, despite these challenges, many of these architects became influential figures in the field and successful entrepreneurs. What is crucial to acknowledge is the pioneering role these architects played during that period of small-scale projects. During this time, they embarked on experimental endeavors, laying the foundation for their future business success. Additionally, these projects played a significant role in the development of computational and parametric architecture. At External Reference, we recognize the importance of interior spaces as small, private projects that were once the subject of frustration among architects like Wolf Prix at MAK. Today, we understand that these projects served as experimental laboratories, leading to the remarkable growth and development of the architects who participated in the Vienna Architecture Conference in '92.

At External Reference, we prioritize research and innovation, working on diverse projects, including waterfront development and museums. We acknowledge that interior spaces, once considered small and insignificant, have now emerged as crucial laboratories for exploring cultural, political, and environmental agendas in contemporary conditions.

About the speaker:

• Carmelo Zappulla, an Italian-born architect (1978), is the founder and managing director of the Barcelona-based architecture studio External Reference, which develops international work at different scales, including exhibition spaces, architecture, urban, interior, and product design.

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Summer training for teachers in 3D modeling

Rhino Teacher Training summer workshops 

This summer, take a class to learn how to add 3D modeling to your design and communication curriculum. We have two 3D modeling workshops for design, drafting, graphics, and technology educators. 

Using Rhino, you will be guided through hands-on exercises highlighting 3D modeling concepts. You will also learn how Rhino renders models for visualization, exports models to CAM products for manufacturing or prototyping, and directly prints to laser cutters, 3D printers, and other output devices.

Bring your jump drive. Classroom activities, models, training materials, and files will be available to use in your classroom. 

The workshops are free for educators. Class sizes are limited, so register soon to get your spot.   

Instructors: Bob Koll, Pete Sorenson, and Dave Weidkamp, Rhino Training Specialists


Canyon Park Middle School, Bothell, WA

July 8-11
Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Thursday, July 11, 8:00am-Noon

Where:
Canyon Park Middle School
23723 23rd Ave SE, Room 115/117
Bothell, WA 98021

Host:
Todd Mass
Canyon Park Middle School

To register:
Call Jody Mills at (206) 634-4571, email jody@mcneel.com, or register online.


St Helens Middle School, St Helens, OR
August 13-15 
Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30 am-3:30 pm 

Where:
St Helens Middle School
354 N 15th St
St Helens, OR 97051

Host:
Scott Pieper
St Helens Middle School

To register:

Call Jody Mills at (206) 634-4571, email jody@mcneel.com, or register online.

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Rhino User Webinar: New Rhino 8 Features Applied to Jewelry - by Riccardo Pietro Visentin (in Italian)

Rhino User Webinar
New Rhino 8 Features Applied to Jewelry

8 May 2024, 16:00 (CEST)

This webinar focuses on new features in Rhino 8 that change how jewelry is designed. These features cover both design in the narrow sense and the visualization and presentation of designs.

For design in the narrow sense, concrete examples of application and method strategies will be shown, including the targeted use of SubD and Grasshopper to create useful model variants. 

Special focus will be on using the new PushPull command, associated with the new Gumball features, to quickly manage the insertion spaces of gems, serial elements, and engraved and embossed text. How the new features, if well applied, enable faster work will be shown. 

For design visualization and presentation, the focus will be creating eye-catching previews to generate images and short animations for functional communication with clients.

Riccardo Pietro Visentin is a Creative Digital Designer, consultant, 3D designer, and trainer for digital innovation in multiple design areas. He has developed specific expertise in the design of jewelry, eyewear, and fashion accessories.

Specifically in jewelry design, he has been active in the field for over 40 years. He has created training and consulting paths to introduce and improve digital design and fabrication in companies in the jewelry supply chain. He is the Founder & Owner of AUREASERVICE Design Studio, an Authorized Rhino Training Center since 2005.

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Enscape 4.0 Adds 95% Parity for Mac in First Cross-Platform Release

Enscape 4.0 is aligning its real-time functionality across operating systems. Architects can now design intuitively on any OS, using new people and vegetation assets, refined user interface elements, and a powerful denoiser to push their designs to the next level.

"With our new unified codebase, we are thrilled to deliver simultaneous feature releases for both Mac and Windows users, ensuring a consistent and optimized experience across all platforms, whenever possible,” said Petr Mitev, VP Product, Solutions for Designers at Chaos. “This strategic investment not only enhances the current user experience, but also lays a foundation for future stability and performance improvements, addressing valuable feedback from our community."

Used throughout the architectural world, Enscape is one of the easiest ways to visualize Rhino data in real time. Perfect for daily design reviews, live demos, and client coordination, Enscape moves projects forward via instant feedback, allowing architects to represent their work using the power of immersive 3D.

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Design and Parametric Fabrication Workshop - Controlmad

Design and Parametric Fabrication Workshop
July 1-26 (100 hours) - Controlmad

Embark on a comprehensive journey into 3D modeling with Rhinoceros and parametric design with Grasshopper. Through this hands-on workshop and practical application, participants delve into these powerful tools, culminating in creating a large-scale prototype using digital fabrication technologies.

Beyond mastering the fundamentals of 3D modeling, students will explore advanced techniques to tackle complex structures, conduct analyses, perform precise calculations, and engage with physical environments. The course offers an immersive experience, allowing students to leverage CNC technologies such as laser cutters, milling machines, and 3D printers to bring their designs to life.

The ultimate goal? To unleash creativity by conceptualizing, designing, and modeling captivating objects, prototypes, or sculptures with Rhino and Grasshopper and then materializing them using Controlmad's digital machinery.

This ninth edition of the course adopts a hybrid format: Part I comprises entirely online sessions, while Part II (optional) offers the flexibility of both online and on-site participation.

Part I Online - 3 weeks:

– 3D Modeling with Rhinoceros
– Parametric Design with Grasshopper - I
– Parametric Design with Grasshopper – II

Part II (Onsite or Online) - 1 week:

– Digital Fabrication Systems/ 28 Hours

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International Rhino User Meeting Wroclaw - Call for Speakers and Early Bird tickets

Fab Foundation Poland, in collaboration with McNeel Europe, is happy to announce:

International Rhino User Meeting Wroclaw
7 June 2024

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. 

Preliminary Agenda and Early Bird tickets (all inclusive)...

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*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.

Rhino3Dzine April 2024 issue

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Immerse yourself in captivating content in our April issue.


Rhino3Dzine has launched a new community. Join us and share your updates!

The Talavera Project:

Reviving traditional craftsmanship while incorporating advanced digital manufacturing.

Unlimited Space:

Theatrical Marvel at the intersection of performing arts and robotics.

Developers Corner:

The new Script Editor in Rhino 8 has a unified interface across Windows, Mac, and Grasshopper.

Books Discovery:

Diffusions in Architecture: Artificial Intelligence and Image Generators.

ShrinkWrap Tutorials:

Gateway to mastering new skills! ShrinkWrap is ideal for creating meshes for 3D printing.

Nautilus:

In the realm of reactions, Nautilus enables designers to replicate natural patterns on objects.

Access our collection of magazines!

Rhino at BILT Europe - Riga (Latvia) - May 2024

BILT EUROPE 2024
7-9 May 2024
Riga (Latvia)

BILT is an annual event designed to cater to the needs of those who design, build, operate, and maintain our built environment. As a community of professionals, it is committed to improving the many ways the industry works together.

This year's event will take place in Riga (Latvia). As a 'by users, for users' event, BILT is the best place for BIM and digital construction professionals to get together to learn, debate, and share knowledge. 

Organized by the Digital Built Environment Institute, this year's theme will be Democratising BIM, setting itself apart from other conferences by providing open source developments, next-gen information management, and interoperability illustrated through extensive real case studies.

Join Pedro Cortes for a 75-minute in-depth class on Rhino. With the title Moving Rhino where you need it: Rhino.Inside, his presentation will delve into the dynamic realm of Rhino.Inside, a groundbreaking technology that empowers Rhino to integrate and operate within other design and modeling applications seamlessly. With a focus on headless solutions, the session will explore how Rhino.Inside revolutionizes design workflows, fostering interoperability between diverse software ecosystems. 

Discounts on registration are available for members of BuildingSMART International.

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Rhino at the Istanbul Jewelry Show - April 17-20, 2024

Calling all jewelers and jewelry enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your craft to the next level? Join Piramit, Authorized Rhino Resellers, at the Jewelry Showroom for an exclusive opportunity to delve into the world of 3D modeling, rendering, and fabrication. 

Discover how cutting-edge technology can revolutionize your design process, allowing you to bring your creative visions to life with precision. Piramit's expert team will be on hand to showcase some of Rhino 8's new features for jewelry design, providing insights and guidance to help you harness the power of digital tools in your work. Elevate your skills and unlock new possibilities in jewelry making. Visit Piramit's stand in HALL 1G50 and embark on a journey towards innovation.

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AA DLAB 2024

In its 19th year, DLAB is a two-week program taking place at the AA London HQ’s unique atmosphere.

DLAB experiments with the integration of advanced computational design, analysis, and large-scale prototyping techniques. The program builds on its expertise in complex architectural design and fabrication processes, relying heavily on materiality and performance. DLAB brings together a range of experts—tutors and lecturers—from internationally acclaimed academic institutions and practices, Architectural Association, and Zaha Hadid Architects, amongst others.

The research generated at DLAB has been published in international media—ArchDaily, Archinect, Bustler—and peer-reviewed conference papers, including SimAUD (Simulation in Architecture and Urban Design), eCAADe (Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe). 

DLAB investigates the correlations between form, material, and structure through the rigorous implementation of computational methods for design, analysis, and fabrication, coupled with analog modes of physical experimentation and prototype making. Each program cycle devises custom-made architectural processes by creating novel associations between conventional and contemporary design and fabrication techniques. The research culminates in the design and fabrication of a one-to-one scale prototype realized by using robotic fabrication techniques, intending to integrate form-finding, material computation, and structural performance.

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Kit Crashing, parametric design and landscape architecture

Tune in to this YouTube channel, Kit Crashing, delving into the world of parametric design in landscape architecture. 

These videos show you how parametric modeling techniques can revolutionize your approach to landscape design, making computational modeling software like Grasshopper accessible to everyone! Stay tuned for discussing integrating parametric design principles into landscape architecture using Land Kit. 

Crash together all the fascinating parts of parametric design, computational design, landscape, architecture, urbanism, art, industrial design, 3D printing, immersive media, animation, and more.

Hosted by Chris Landau, the founder of LANDAU Design+Technology and creator of the Land Kit plugin for Rhino and Grasshopper. 

The first three episodes....