Advances in Architectural Geometry 2025 - MIT, November 16-19

 

AAG 2025

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA

Workshops and Tours: 16-17 November 2025

Symposium: 18-19 November 2025

Advances in Architectural Geometry (AAG) is a conference where both theoretical and practical work linked to new geometrical developments is presented. It involves architects, engineers, computer scientists, mathematicians, software and algorithms designers, and contractors. AAG has become a reference in both research and practice, supported by the direct participation of the most renowned architectural design and engineering offices, as well as research laboratories.

The symposium is a biennial event. It was held first in 2008 and 2010 in Vienna, 2012 in Paris, 2014 in London, 2016 in Zurich, 2018 in Gothenburg, 2020 in Paris, and 2023 in Stuttgart.

In 2025, for the first time, AAG will take place in North America at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA, from November 16th to 19th, 2025.

Learn more about keynote speakers, workshops, and tours.

Registration here... 

McNeel at Graphisoft Ignite conference (Budapest - October 6-8, 2025)

McNeel Europe will join the Graphisoft Ignite conference (Budapest - October 6-8, 2025) as one of its industry partners.

For a unique experience, join the Graphisoft IGNITE Conference 2025, a three-day event in the heart of Budapest, dedicated to innovation in architecture, engineering, and construction.

During the conference, you will have the opportunity to:

• Attend inspiring keynote presentations from international experts shaping the future of the AEC industry.
• Exchange ideas with a global community of professionals passionate about innovation in design.
• Explore the exhibition area featuring Graphisoft partners and solutions that enhance your workflow.
• Take part in exclusive networking opportunities and enjoy special evening events at Graphisoft Park.

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RhinoArtisan 6.5, now released!

 

RhinoArtisan has just announced the release of version 6.5.

Apart from its many new features, this latest version is compatible with Rhino 7, Rhino 8, and Rhino WIP, and it integrates with RhinoArtisan Connect, an upcoming product designed to transform the way you share and collaborate on designs. 

Also, the evaluation version now includes access to Boutique and Components, two elements that enable co-designing with customers and the creation of projects with reusable elements.

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Rhino User Webinar: From Spaghetti to Lasagna! - New recorded webinar now available!

If you were unable to attend the latest Rhino User Webinar live, it is now available to view!

Get guided by Bastian Nispel and learn from him how D2P's Grasshopper components can help you split your definitions into manageable chunks and streamline input/output by organizing your geometry into layers, effectively turning your Rhino model into a database.

Watch the video now...
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Grasshopper Level 2 Online Workshop, November 5-7, 2025 (McNeel Europe)

Grasshopper Level 2 Online Workshop

Tutor: Ping-Hsiang Chen

November 5-7, 2025

10 AM-5 PM CET (Barcelona)

Hosted on Zoom by McNeel Europe

Ping-Hsiang Chen, a former computational designer at Zaha Hadid Architects, is leading a three-day Grasshopper Level 2 online course. This hands-on experience explores the principles of computational geometry and parametric design. 

After the completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Have an in-depth understanding of data structure
• Work between different geometry types such as NURBS, Mesh, and SubDs
• Understand the use cases of mesh geometry
• Optimize workflow using blocks and caches
• Work with layers, materials, 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 Level 2 course requires prior experience in visual programming. You should be familiar with the Grasshopper user interface and the Essential Algorithms and Data Structures in Grasshopper (Chapters 1 and 2). 

Software requirement: Rhino 8

Online course fees for each course: EUR 395 (+VAT). Full-time students and university teachers receive a 50% discount (proof of status required). We will confirm your seat after your payment has cleared.

Maximum number of participants for each course: 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!

3D Printing in Rhino by Sabit

3D Printing in Rhino 

by Sabit

Transform your design ideas into tangible prototypes with Sabit's practical training dedicated to 3D printing workflow in Rhino. This course introduces you to the full pipeline: from preparing precise digital models and optimising geometry, to exporting files ready for reliable additive manufacturing. 

You’ll explore essential tools and techniques that help avoid common pitfalls, saving both time and material during production.

For Whom?

The program is designed for beginners and intermediate users who want to move from virtual models to physical objects confidently. Whether your goal is product design, architecture, or creative experimentation, you’ll gain the know-how to prepare your models for successful 3D printing.

What makes this course different?
Unlike general Rhino training, this course focuses specifically on the practical demands of 3D printing. You won’t just learn modeling tools—you’ll master how to prepare clean, efficient, and error-free geometry that translates into successful physical prints. 

The lessons are project-oriented, meaning you immediately apply the concepts in real scenarios. By the end, you’ll have a clear workflow that bridges the gap between digital design and reliable production.

Format: Online individually

Date: Available on demand

Duration: 10 lessons, 7.5 hours

Language: English, Polish

More information and registration...

Getting to know... CORE studio: Scaling Computational Design at Thornton Tomasetti!

Thornton Tomasetti’s CORE studio is pushing the boundaries of computational design, and at the center of their innovation is the ability to turn complex Grasshopper definitions into tools that anyone in the firm can use. In the last ShapeDiver interview, computational designer Eesha Jain shared how her team balances immediate project needs with long-term innovation, building workflows that impact projects across disciplines. A key part of this transformation is ShapeDiver, which allows them to deliver Grasshopper-powered applications as polished, browser-based tools.

With over 30 ShapeDiver apps already in daily use, CORE is saving engineers countless hours while opening new possibilities for structural design, optioneering, and client collaboration. Tools like Asterisk, their AI-powered structural optimization platform, now run in minutes instead of days, helping teams explore more options and make data-driven decisions early in the design process. For Rhino and Grasshopper users, this inside look is an inspiring example of how to scale automation and overcome bottlenecks.

Read the full interview with Eesha Jain...

Finding Forms - Grasshopper Online en Español

 

Finding Forms

Diseño Paramétrico y Generativo con Grasshopper

* Ahora en Español *

This course is intended for design professionals seeking to efficiently learn Grasshopper concepts and features in an instructor-led online class.

To support and prepare participants, the following courses from Rhino3D.Education will be included in the training fee:

• Introduction to Rhino 8
• Rhino 8 Intermediate
• Computational Design with Grasshopper

The online course will last four days, with eight sessions scheduled from Monday to Thursday, October 27-30. Each day will include a 15-20 minute break. Sessions will be recorded and made available the following day.

View the course content description.

Price: US $295

Date: October 27-30, 2025

Schedule: From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (EST)

Limited seating - Register here!

Rhino User Webinar: From Spaghetti to Lasagna!

Rhino User Webinar

From Spaghetti to Lasagna! - Multiscalar Parametric Modelling
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 4:00 PM (CEST) 

Get rid of intricate spaghetti wires floating around your canvas! 

Design-to-Production's (D2P) Grasshopper components help you split your definitions into manageable chunks and streamline input/output by organizing your geometry into layers, effectively turning your Rhino model into a database.

Tired of waiting in front of a frozen canvas with every slider change? Looking for a more robust modeling approach? Join Bastian Nispel on this live webinar as he introduces Design-to-Production's tried and true modelling approach and new Grasshopper component toolset.

If you're eager to untangle your models, you can download D2P's Grasshopper components on food4Rhino, directly from the package manager, or join the conversation and contribute to the project on GitHub.

About the speaker:

Bastian Nispel is a trained architect and self-taught web and software developer. He works as a consultant at Design-to-Production Zurich, developing digital fabrication and planning solutions for complex timber structures.

Complete details and registration...

C# Programming and Plugin Development for Rhino/Grasshopper, October 22-24, 2025 (McNeel Europe)

C# Programming and Plugin Development (Level 2)

Online Workshop

Tutor: Long Nguyen

October 22-24, 2025

10 AM-5 PM CET (Barcelona)

Hosted on Zoom by McNeel Europe

This course will help you achieve even more powerful possibilities with what is already available out of the box in Rhino and Grasshopper, by using the C# language to access the RhinoCommon programming library. C# is a modern language that is accessible to most people. Compared to Python, which is also available as a programming language in Rhino/Grasshopper, C# is much faster and type-safe (making it easier to prevent potential errors, especially in larger projects). In Rhino, you can use C# for both creating design scripts and developing full plugins.

The main topics that will be covered in Level 2 include:

• Diving deeper into RhinoCommon geometries: Curve (including NurbsCurve), Surface, Brep, Mesh
• Making more advanced plugins, including those that perform interactive simulation with support for real-time users' interaction (similar to the Kangaroo plugin)
• Learn about best practices and approaches to develop more complex codes, to increase (re)usability, extensibility, and maintainability.
• Spatial Data Structure (e.g., R-Tree) that can help your plugins/scripts run considerably faster for many geometric design problems.
• (If appropriate and if time allows) topics requested by the participants. For example, recursive algorithms (including fractal geometries), and how to use external C# libraries.

Course requirements: This Level 2 is built upon Level 1, and assumes that the learners will already be comfortable with the following essential topics:

• Basic C# language concepts such as variables, data types, conditional statements, loops, basic object-oriented programming, etc.
• Working with the C# Script component in Grasshopper
• The basic parts of the RhinoCommon library, such as simpler geometric entities, such as point3D, Vector3D, Line, Circle.
• Workflow for building simple Grasshopper Plugins in C# with Visual Studio
• You need to be familiar with Rhino and Grasshopper
• Software requirement: Rhino 8

Online course fees for each course: EUR 395 (+VAT). Full-time students and university teachers receive a 50% discount (proof of status required). Please note that we will confirm your seat after your payment has cleared.

Maximum number of participants for each course: 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!

Integrating Speckle with ShapeDiver: A Step-by-Step Guide!

We are happy to share a new video showcasing the integration of Speckle with ShapeDiver. In this walkthrough, Mathieu demonstrates how to load and publish Speckle data within ShapeDiver apps, covering essential steps such as importing Speckle models into Grasshopper, managing authorization tokens for compatibility, exporting meshes for visualization, and publishing parametric variations back to Speckle. This video highlights best practices for setting up model URLs, permissions, and ensuring a seamless parametric workflow.

More details and full video...

Grasshopper UK User Group Meeting by Simply Rhino

Grasshopper UK User Group Meeting
at Sybarite Architects
on Wednesday, 8 October

Simply Rhino has announced the upcoming Grasshopper UK User Group Meeting, which will take place at Sybarite Architects in London on Wednesday, October 8th. 

Presenters:

• Sybarite (SKP Chengdu Façade: Computational Design & Parametric Engineering and the Moët & Chandon Bar at Harrods: Translating the Champagne Pop using Circle Packing)
• Eckersley O’Callaghan (SKP Chengdu Façade and Real-Time Sustainability and Thermal Performance Metrics for Structural and Façade Engineering using Rhino and Grasshopper) 
• Andrew Le Bihan from McNeel (“The McNeel Way”: Why we do things the way we do them, and some stories from the last 20 years of Rhino and Grasshopper). 

Date: 8 October 2025

Time: 18:00-20:30

Booking is essential for the evening meeting, and you can book your free place now!

More information and registration...

Design your first motorboat from scratch using Rhino by Sabit

Design your first motorboat from scratch using Rhino

Online course by Sabit

This beginner-friendly online course guides you through the entire process of designing an aluminum-hulled motorboat using Rhino—from initial client brief, hull geometry, layout, and aluminum construction, to equipment fitting and basic rendering. 

You’ll learn both technical and aesthetic skills, receive personal feedback, and finish with a portfolio-ready model.

What makes this course different?

• Complete workflow training: you go through the steps of real motorboat design in a step-by-step process. 
• Focus on aluminum hulls and production-ready details, not just visual form.
• Designed for true beginners—no prior 3D modeling experience required. 
• Live sessions, hands-on practice, and homework with instructor feedback. 
• Final project that you can include in your portfolio (models in .3dm / .stl) for clients or employers. 

Name of Course: Motorboat Design in Rhino
Format: Online individually
Date: Available on demand
Duration: 6 lessons, 8 hours
Language: English, Polish

More information in Polish...

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AECtech+ Boston 2025, September 19-21

AECtech+ Boston 2025
September 19-21, 2025
Buy your ticket here.

Put your skills to the test and embark on an exhilarating 24-hour hackathon! 

Register for the second AECtech+ Boston hosted by Thornton Tomasetti | CORE studio, Perkins&Will, and CBT Architects. 

Kick off the weekend early on Friday with a round of Morning Workshops. Take a deep dive into new concepts and workflows within the AEC space. These workshops will give you the foundations to implement these technologies back at the office or in the Hackathon. Workshops include:

• Agentic AI and MCP for AEC: Sergey Pigach, CORE studio | Thornton Tomasetti

• Prompt, Respond and Refine - Vibe coding in Design: Harish Palani, Perkins&Will

• Modern UX for AEC Stack -  Building Web Interfaces in Revit and Rhino: Victor Wanderley Barbosa, Schmidt Hammer Lassen

On Saturday, immerse yourself in a hands-on learning experience at the 24-Hour Hackathon. Join forces with fellow participants to tackle real-world industry challenges using cutting-edge technologies and computational approaches. This concentrated event will provide an opportunity for hands-on collaboration, problem-solving, and prototyping, as you work against the clock to develop innovative solutions. Participants of all experience levels will have the opportunity to collaborate, learn from each other, build new relationships, and generate innovations for the AEC community. 

Details and registration...

Master in Parametric Design, 22nd Autumn Edition by Controlmad

MaSTER COURSE PARAMETRIC DESIGN

A unique program designed to immerse you in the world of computational design, a cutting-edge field in product and industrial design, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, engineering, and digital fabrication. You will explore the creation of both digital and physical parametric models using Grasshopper for Rhino as your primary tool, along with our CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines.

The course is structured in two parts:

Part I – Digital Tools (248 hours)

Learn Rhino and Grasshopper from the ground up to advanced techniques. Topics include data management, organic modeling, artificial intelligence, Python scripting, structural analysis with Karamba3D, form-finding with Kangaroo, optimization workflows, and more.

Part II – Digital Fabrication (137 hours)
Hands-on experience with 3D printing, robotic arms, laser cutting, CNC milling, G-code generation, nesting strategies, and other fabrication technologies.

You can choose to enroll:

• In the full program (online or onsite)

• Only Part I (online or onsite)

• Or a hybrid option (Part I online + Part II onsite)
  

Date: October 27 to February 12

                                        The last early bird fees are available!

FTWDAY 2025: A one-day event dedicated to innovation in the footwear industry

FTWDAY 2025: 

A one-day event dedicated to innovation in the

footwear industry

On 28 November 2025, the second edition of FTWDAY – Footwear Innovation Day will take place at Infinite Area, Montebelluna (Italy), in the heart of the global footwear district.

Following the success of the first edition, which brought together over 250 participants from Europe, Asia, and the Americas, FTWDAY has quickly established itself as one of the most forward-thinking forums for footwear design, engineering, and production.

Organized by Design&Develop, Footwear Innovation Day brings together industry leaders, designers, engineers, and innovators to exchange ideas, explore new technologies, and discuss the future of footwear.

The 2025 edition will be structured around four key topics shaping the industry today:

• Innovation in fabrication: technologies accelerating time to market today and transforming the factories of tomorrow.
  
• Product end-of-life: design thinking for sustainability and circularity, reimagining what happens to footwear after use.
  
• Digital transformation: making sense of the growing ecosystem of digital tools, with real use cases that prove their impact.
  
• Design for purpose: insights from experts designing footwear for the most demanding and complex use cases.

With cutting-edge talks, hands-on showcases, actionable takeaways, and networking opportunities, FTWDAY 2025 is more than a conference—it’s a platform for meaningful discussions and practical insights that participants can apply directly to their work. 

Seats are limited, and the event is live only (no online version).

More information and registration...

Rhino at KeyShot 2025 Conference in Poland

The first official KeyShot conference in Poland

Datacomp IT, in collaboration McNeel Europe, Lenovo, 3DConnexion, Defro, and Miamo, is happy to announce the first KeyShot 2025 conference in Poland. 

Come and join us for practical insights, real-world examples from the market, and meetings with experts who implement solutions in the largest industrial and e-commerce companies every day.

Professionals and students from all sectors and levels of experience, from beginners to experts, are welcome!

Conference program

• Conference opening – Welcome and presentation of Datacomp IT
• KeyShot – Company strategy (Rostyslav Friedmann, KeyShot)
• Case Study DEFRO – Application of KeyShot in industrial design
• Integration of KeyShot and Rhino – Conceptual and design cooperation (Agustina Jaime, McNeel Europe)
• KeyShot AI – Demonstration of possibilities (Filip Padula, Datacomp IT)
• Case Study MIAMO – KeyShot in e-commerce and product presentations
• KeyShot tips and tricks – Interesting facts and tricks in KeyShot (Filip Padula, Datacomp IT)
• Presentations of technology partners – Lenovo and 3Dconnexion
• Q&A with speakers – Interactive question and answer session
• Networking and prize drawing

Date: October 8, 2025
Hours: 10:00 to 4:00 PM
Location: Hotel Puławska Residence, ul. Puławska 361, Warsaw

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Rhino for Architects: Streamlining the Competition Process - Recorded webinar is now available!

 

If you missed the latest Rhino User Webinar, it is now available!

Let you get inspired by Adam Buśko, an architect at C.F. Møller Architects, and learn from him how Rhino can be used as a powerful tool for competition work. The session covers practical strategies for rapid modeling, advanced use of blocks, and basic visualization in Enscape for Rhino to produce clear, impactful presentation materials.

Watch the video now...
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Rhino Developer Meeting Stockholm 2025 (October 10)

McNeel Europe is excited to announce the Rhino Developer Meeting Stockholm 2025, taking place on October 10. This event is a must-attend for anyone involved in the Rhino ecosystem, from seasoned developers to new enthusiasts looking to deepen their expertise in Rhino and Grasshopper.

Hosted by Ramboll, with White Arkitekter, Anomaly, and LINK Arkitektur as co-organizers.

Why attend?

• Learn from the best: Get the most from industry experts through exclusive live coding presentations. Renowned professionals will showcase their workflows, sharing invaluable knowledge and techniques. This is a unique chance to see how top experts utilize Rhino and Grasshopper in their cutting-edge projects.
  
  
• Unlock advanced knowledge: Participate in masterclasses and in-depth sessions covering a range of topics, from Rhino’s royalty-free developer tools and new frameworks to the ecosystem’s latest additions, like RhinoCommon, Python, rhino3dm, Rhino.Inside, Rhino Compute, Hops, Code Editor, Sub-D, Grasshopper 1.0 and 2, Package Manager, and food4Rhino.
  
  
• Inspiration and innovation: Hear from experts in various fields, including Architecture, BIM, Landscape Design, Algorithmic Modeling, Rendering and Visualization, Footwear Design, Orthotics, 3D Printing, Robotic Milling, Environmental Analysis, and more. Their presentations will provide a wealth of inspiration and innovative ideas to enhance your projects.
  
  
• Exclusive updates: Stay ahead of the curve with the newest updates on Rhino and Grasshopper and selected industry partners. Discover the latest tools and features, and learn how to integrate them into your workflow to boost productivity and creativity.
  
  
• Networking opportunities: Connect with fellow developers, industry experts, and the McNeel team. Engage in discussions, share experiences, and build professional relationships that can drive your projects forward. Enjoy networking sessions, including coffee breaks, lunches, and a special dinner event.

Don’t miss out!

This is more than just a meeting; it’s an opportunity to become part of a vibrant community, learn from the best, and take your skills to the next level. Secure your spot now and join us in Stockholm for an unforgettable experience that will shape the future of your work with Rhino and Grasshopper.

Speakers: Joel Lopez (LINK IO), Carlos Pérez Albà (McNeel Europe), Pedro Cortés (Anomaly Build), Thiago Ferreira (Ramboll), Libny Pacheco (White Arkitekter), Julia Hannu (STILFOLD), Andrew Le Bihan (Robert McNeel & Associates), Fabian Sellberg (LINK IO), Parto Jahangiri (Ramboll), Stanislava Fedorova (Upskiller), Joshua Kennedy (Robert McNeel & Associates)

Sponsors: ShapeDiver, Romantic Technology, MKS DTECH, Modelup, Rendair

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Online Class: Waffle Structures in Rhino + Grasshopper

 

Title: Waffle Structures in Rhino Grasshopper- From Free-Form Geometry to Fabrication

Tutor: Agata Kycia 

This course guides you step-by-step through the entire process, from modeling free-form geometry to slicing and generating interlocking waffle components, and preparing your elements for fabrication with unrolled layouts and labeled tags. The online class is taught by Agata Kycia, an architect and researcher with 14+ years of Rhinoceros experience who specializes in computational design, digital fabrication, and material science; she earned her doctorate at TU Berlin for research on self-shaping textiles and currently teaches CAD and generative design at the International University.

By the end of the online class, you'll be able to confidently generate fabrication-ready waffle structures for projects of any scale. Join the course and develop a clear, hands-on understanding of digital-to-physical workflows.

What you’ll learn:

• How to model free-form 3D geometries in Rhino
• Create a waffle grid system using Grasshopper
• Design interlocking structural elements with precision
• Unroll and lay out elements for laser cutting, CNC, or manual assembly
• Add automatic numbering and text tags for organized fabrication
• Export ready-to-cut drawings with all necessary markings

Who is this course for?

• Architecture and design students
• Fabrication professionals and model makers
• Grasshopper users seeking practical workflows
• Anyone interested in parametric structures and digital making

Course requirements:

• Rhino + Grasshopper installed (Rhino 6, 7, 8)
• Basic knowledge of Rhino and Grasshopper
• No previous fabrication experience required—just curiosity and creativity!

Registration here...

Teaching & Research Position at Experimental and Digital Design and Construction at the University of Kassel

There is a new position available at EDEK–Experimental and Digital Design and Construction at the University of Kassel. They are seeking a teaching and research assistant (EG 13 / 50–75%) with experience in digital and circular design for teaching in Bachelor's and Master's studios. Furthermore, participation in research projects and the completion of a doctorate are expected. Experience in digital manufacturing methods, university teaching experience, and a high degree of teamwork skills are advantageous.

Please send your application by 10 September 2025, attaching your CV, cover letter, portfolio, and references.

More information...

Apply here...

Why do you need Rhino and Grasshopper skills?

 

If you walk into any of the world’s leading firms, you’ll find two tools at the heart of their design process.

But don't take our word for it. See what Oliver Thomas of Archi-Tech Network has to say.

Also, check out the upcoming Archi-Tech workshops:

Rhino Workshop 6-7 September

Grasshopper Workshop 13-14 September