Thursday, May 16, 2024

Rhino 8 – Sun and Sky Render by SimplyRhino UK


This beginner-level video, created by Phil Cook from Simply Rhino UK, looks at creating an interior architectural visual in Rhino 8 using the built-in Sun and Sky system and Rhino’s Raytrace render engine.

The video commences by introducing a method of setting up the interior perspective view by controlling Rhino’s camera widget before moving on to applying both library and custom materials to scene elements.

Phil then looks at setting up the Sun as a source of direct illumination and replacing the default environment with the Physical Sky model so that the sun and sky are connected.

The final render is then created with the Raytrace render engine and Phil outlines how to use post effects to improve the exposure, and how to export a transparent background so that the colour-ramp sky can be easily replaced with a photographic image in subsequent editing.

Industrial Design Rhino & Grasshopper Training by Cademy XYZ


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 you with a structured learning path to understand such complex tools.

Dates: (12 hrs of LIVE class: 6 hrs per day with a 1-hr break)

Ad Parametric Texture:

May, Sat 18 - Sun 19
June, Sat 29 - Sun 30
July, Sat 27 - Sun 28

Computational Design Wksp:

May, Sat 25 - Sun 26
July, Sat 6 - Sun 7

Grasshopper Masterclass:

June, Sat 22 - Sun 23
July, Sat 13 - Sun 14

Rhinoceros Masterclass:

June, Sat 15 - Sun 16
July, Sat 20 - Sun 21


Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Free "How to Rhino" Workshop for Architects | May 27 to June 6, 2024


Free "How to Rhino" Workshop for Architects
May 27 to June 6, 2024


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.


Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Drakon - new jewelry plugin


From the ashes of Panther rises Drakon

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.

Monday, May 13, 2024

Grasshopper Level 2, 17-19 June 2024 (McNeel Europe)

 


Grasshopper Level 2
Online Workshop
17-19 June 2024
10 AM-5 PM CEST
Hosted on Zoom by McNeel Europe

Ping-Hsiang Chen, a former computational designer at Zaha Hadid Architects, leads a three-day Grasshopper Level 2 online 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!


Friday, May 10, 2024

Rhino3Dzine May 2024 issue

 



Our May issue is filled with captivating content that will fully engage you.
Rhino3Dzine has launched a new community. Join us and share your updates!


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An innovative hexagonal structure that demonstrates architectural progress.

A master's dissertation exploring the field of 3D printing.

This engineering innovation takes inspiration from the sinuous form of a snake.

Improve your skills in Grasshopper and discover helpful tips.

Gateway to mastering new skills! New script editor in Rhino 8.

ShapeDiver and Rhino Tdyn Wind Tunnel.


Tuesday, May 7, 2024

International Rhino User Meeting Wroclaw (7 June 2024) - Early Bird tickets until May 15th


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 i
n 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.


Friday, May 3, 2024

EDD: Envisioning Design Day 2024, Milan (Italy) - Save the Date!

 


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.

Most masterclasses will be held in Italian.

Early bird tickets are now available.

More information...

ShapeDiver's App Builder: Build web applications entirely from Grasshopper


Build web applications entirely from Grasshopper

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.


Thursday, May 2, 2024

RhinoLands: BIM for Landscape Design



We're thrilled to announce the release of RhinoLands 6, the latest upgrade to the landscape design solution built on Rhino (8 and 7). 

RhinoLands includes the power of Rhino and all landscaping tools and BIM features of Lands Design with an easy installation and a unique interface.

RhinoLands is used in landscape architecture, green infrastructure, forestry, urban planning, CG art...



  • Maximize Your Project with BIM/LIM
  • Dynamic Terrain and Grading Tools
  • Extensive Plant Database in 3D/2D
  • Dynamic 2D Documentation
  • Enhance Your Design Workflow with Parametric Design
  • Bring Your Project to Life
  • Improved Interoperability


Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Foro Fachadas Internacional 2024 ** En Español**


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 video shows how architecture affects the environment and encourages us to appreciate its importance. Watch to gain an inspiring insight into modern architecture!