Thursday, October 30, 2025

Karamba3D online workshop, November 24-26 (McNeel Europe)

 


Karamba3D Workshop - Introduction to Beam Structures
Tutor: Matthew Tam & Georg Lobe
November 24-26, 2025
10 AM-5 PM CET (Barcelona)
Hosted on Zoom by McNeel Europe 

Matthew Tam and Georg Lobe of Karamba3D are offering a workshop aimed at beginner users who want to gain a solid understanding of setting up beam models in Karamba3D. Teaching will be applied to real-world case studies to understand all the basic principles.

After the completion of this course, you will be able to:
  • Have an in-depth understanding of model setup in Karamba3D for beams
  • Set up beam structures parametrically to gain full geometric control
  • Perform simple optimization and form-finding procedures on your geometry
  • Learn how to integrate Karamba3D into your BIM/structural workflows
Day 1 - Introduction
  • Introductory lecture to parametric engineering
  • Parametric structural modeling with beams
  • Defining cross-section and material properties
  • Results retrieval and display for beams
Day 2 – Applications
  • Optimization of cross-sections of beams
  • Introduction to optimization procedures for shape and topology
  • Form-finding procedures
Day 3 – Workflows & Interoperability
  • Debugging models and troubleshooting errors
  • Save states of your Karamba3D model into Rhino for quick versioning
  • Harnessing the power of Speckle to send and receive structural models on the cloud

Course requirements: Prior knowledge of Grasshopper and Rhino is essential. Basic understanding of Karamba3D would be beneficial but not required.

Software requirement: Rhino 8 & Karamba3D 3.1.5
Karamba3D 1-year non-commercial-use licenses will be provided to participants free of charge.

Additional Software: Speckle v2, Revit (optional for interoperability workflow), RFEM, Robot, SCIA (optional for interoperability workflow)

Online course fees: 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!


Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Free Workshop Optimization in Grasshopper

Free Workshop Optimization in Grasshopper
November 6-13, 2025

Join How To Rhino's free online workshop and discover how to leverage Grasshopper's optimization tools to make smarter, data-driven design decisions and elevate your portfolio!

In this value-packed workshop, you'll learn:

  • The fundamentals of Genetic Algorithms (From theory to practice, made simple!)
  • How to finally understand optimization logic in Grasshopper to solve complex problems.
  • Seamless single-objective optimization setups using Galapagos to find the best design solutions.
  • Workflows to visualize data and present your findings with clarity and impact.

Includes practical video lessons and live Q&A sessions.

Join the group...


Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Jewelry Conference: AI for Designers, Manufacturers and Retailers

 


The jewelry world is entering a new era, one where creativity, craftsmanship, and technology converge. RhinoArtisan is proud to announce Jewelry’s Next Revolution: AI for Designers, Manufacturers and Retailers, an exclusive live event which will take place in Hatton Garden, London, the heart of the UK’s jewelry scene.
Join the RhinoArtisan team in London to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming every corner of the jewelry industry, from design to production and retail.
During this two-hour event, you’ll discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping the jewelry industry, helping professionals design faster, collaborate smarter, and sell more effectively.

The session will feature live demonstrations of RhinoArtisan’s new AI tools, showing real use cases that apply directly to day-to-day work in design, manufacturing, and retail environments.

Rhino User Webinar: From Code to Craft - Computational Design in Art and Furniture



This webinar examines the application of computational design in art and furniture, highlighting two specific projects. The first, robotic interactive sugar printing, uses a data-driven approach where Grasshopper transforms human sound into corresponding robotic movements. The second project, the Pat-chair, serves as a case study to explore how computational design tools are used to generate both the product's form and its digital manufacturing toolpath. Peggy Yu is an architect, artist, and the cofounder of Patch Design. Her work spans physical installations, robotics, and media art. She is an architectural designer and served as a Research Assistant at Tongji University’s College of Design & Innovation in Shanghai. Her studio, Patch Design, explores the interaction of craft, technology, and coastal cultural heritage. Yu's projects have been showcased at prominent international exhibitions, including the Venice Biennale, Milan Design Week, 3 Days of Design, and have been featured by Nowness.

Segmeridian for Rhino - medical image segmentation


Segmeridian for Rhino is a powerful semi-automated client-based medical image segmentation:
  • Robust and solid medical image segmentation tool.
  • Powered by cutting-edge machine learning advances in medical imaging, 3D geometry processing, and computer vision.
  • Combines CT/MRI imaging, mask layers, and mesh processing in a single client-based application.
  • Complete end-to-end workflow from DICOM/Nifti to mesh stereolithography.

Friday, October 24, 2025

Regenerative Design in Digital Practice: Tools for Ecology, Carbon & Health, November 6, 2025 (Online crash course)

 


Regenerative Design in Digital Practice: 
Tools for Ecology, Carbon & Health
November 6, 2025 
Online crash course

Join Living Future Europe and Emanuele Naboni as they host a full-day online course exploring how digital tools and data-driven workflows are transforming regenerative design.

Speakers from Ladybug Tools, Pollination, MVRDV, Henning Larsen, Foster + Partners (Cyclops), Ramboll, THIRD NATURE, MIT/Climateflux, and R&D McNeel Europe will showcase the methods they use to link ecology, carbon, and health in practice.

Participants will learn to apply simulation, computational design, and AI to develop climate-adaptive, circular, and biodiversity-enhancing strategies that translate regenerative theory into measurable performance.


Thursday, October 23, 2025

MetaMAP: Urban Planning Tools for Rhino and Grasshopper


MetaMAP is a free, open-source Grasshopper plugin designed to help architects, urban planners, and designers visualize urban data. 

It offers a comprehensive set of tools for generating building geometries and terrain, all directly within the Rhino environment. By leveraging Rhino and Grasshopper, MetaMAP plans to streamline the urban analysis workflow, enabling users to make data-driven decisions for more sustainable, efficient urban designs. You can find more detailed information and tutorials on food4Rhino.


Fix Revit’s top pains in 6 steps with Grasshopper - Free online workshop (November 11, 2025 at 14h CET)


Fix Revit’s top pains in 6 steps with Grasshopper - Free Online Workshop
November 11, 2025
14:00 - 16:00 CET (GMT +1)


This workshop is built around what Revit users struggle with the most: endless parameter edits, time-consuming sheets/views, families at scale, naming chaos, slow models, and painful exports. 

Computational engineer Kris Wojslaw and Rhino.Inside.Revit expert Junghwo Park will show six ready-to-use automations to set up Rhino.Inside correctly, keep models fast, and deliver clean, consistent documentation. No Revit API is needed, only Grasshopper.

You’ll learn to:
  • Set up Rhino.Inside + Grasshopper (install, UI, units/origins preflight).
  • Load/place families at scale; create simple GH-driven components (or DirectShapes for speed).
  • Bulk-edit parameters with validation (Excel round-trip, QA rules).
  • Auto-create views and sheets with rule-based filters and consistent layouts.
 

App Builder 101


Ever wonder how ShapeDiver’s App Builder came to life? Their CTO, Alex Schiftner, shares the story behind its creation, their challenges, and the innovative solutions that make developing 3D web apps as easy as designing in Grasshopper.

Discover:

  • Why ShapeDiver built App Builder and how it simplifies web app creation
  • Features you can use today (and what’s coming next)
  • How it empowers both computational designers and web developers
Whether you’re a designer, developer, or just curious about parametric web apps, this is a must-read.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

SubD Modelling in Rhino - new tutorial by Simply Rhino UK

Simply Rhino UK have announced their latest free Rhino video tutorialIn the video, their senior Rhino trainer, Phil Cook, looks at a SubD modelling workflow to create a soft yet structured packaging pouch. Phil starts with some 2D guide curves and then demonstrates how to create the pack in simple steps. We are shown how to create a dimensionally correct ‘rigid’ version for production and then how to create a more irregular version for visualization.

Details... 


Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Mini-Course: Rhino.Inside.Revit - October 24, 2025 (Online)

 


Mini-Course: Rhino.Inside.Revit
October 24, 2025
Online

Join Keshava Narayan, Computational Designer and Founder of The AEC Entrepreneur, is the instructor for this short course on Rhino.Inside.Revit organized by CADglobal.

Architects, BIM specialists, and design technologists are welcome to take part in this live and interactive training that will cover the following topics:

  ➤ RIR installation, setup, and interface navigation
  ➤ Level creation and management from parametric floor heights
  ➤ Floor plate generation with proper Revit floor types and materials
  ➤ Structural column placement using parametric grid systems
  ➤ Exterior wall creation with automated type assignments
  ➤ Real-time parameter updates and live BIM model changes

Basic Revit knowledge is required; Rhino/Grasshopper experience is helpful but not required.

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Upcoming Cademy Rhino and Grasshopper Online Courses: October–December 2025

Cademy has announced new dates (October-December 2025) for their upcoming Rhinoceros and Grasshopper online training sessions.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your skills or explore advanced workflows, these courses are designed to help you master computational design tools.

Rhinoceros Masterclass

November 29-30 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET
December 13-14 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST

Grasshopper Masterclass

November 15-16 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST
December 13-14 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET

Advanced Parametric Texture Workshop

October 25-26 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET
November 29-30 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST

Computational Design Workshop

December 6-7 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST
December 21-22 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET


Complete details and registration...

 

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Rhino User Meeting Amsterdam 2025 (November 20)


Rhino User Meeting Amsterdam 2025
November 20
OBA congres


Organized by McNeel Europe, Arup and Packhunt.

Looking for a day packed with innovation, creativity, and hands-on action? Join us for the Rhino User Meeting Amsterdam 2025 and dive into the latest and greatest in Digital Design and Fabrication.
  • Learn from industry pros in Architecture, Design, Engineering, Marine, Fashion Design & Accessories, Footwear, 3D Printing, Robotics, AI, and more!
  • Discover cutting-edge updates on Rhino WIP, Grasshopper, and other tools.
  • Check out live demos and get inspired by exhibitors showing off what’s possible.
  • It’s not just all tech talk—there’s networking and drinks to wrap up the day! Perfect for meeting like-minded folks and making connections.
Speakers: Verena Vogler & Carlos Pérez Albà (McNeel Europe), Rick Titulaer & Simon Lut (ARUP), Jeroen Coenders (Packhunt.io), Erik Rotteveel (MARIN Research Institute), Michiel Cornelissen (Philips Design), Jaka (MVRDV), Kiana Aryan Kia (ZJA), Tiia Vahula (UTOPIA blu), Gabriel Garcia (Haskoning), Diederik Veenendaal (Summum Engineering Cooperative), Cort Widlowski (Mecanoo), Gerard Petersen (RhinoCentre), Stijn Joosten (Ney & Partners), Olaf Olden & Cristóbal Burgos (UNS), Menno Deij - van Rijswijk & Andrew le Bihan (Robert McNeel & Associates), Wessel van Beerendonk (Studio RAP), Rinus Roelofs

Sponsors: Asuni, Romantic Technology, ShapeDiver, rendair, Packhunt, Notilus Software, MacroCad, Scawo3D


AECtech NYC Annual Conference, November 11-16



 

AECtech NYC 2025 Annual Conference
November 11-16, 2025


CORE studio is excited to welcome everyone to the 13th Annual AECtech Conference in NYC! They have a full schedule offering both virtual and in-person workshops, tech tours, tech crawls, a symposium, and a hackathon. Buy your tickets today!


Virtual Workshops November 7

Immerse yourself in a full day of workshops hosted by design innovators and software pioneers, developed to introduce participants to a wide range of powerful new workflows that enable new ways of working and enhance existing design processes.


Tech Tours November 11 | Multiple NYC Locations | In-Person

Enjoy a tour through contemporary architecture projects in NYC hosted by the architects and engineers who designed them! 


Tech Crawls November 12 | Multiple NYC Locations | In-Person

Join your colleagues for a visit to local Architecture and Engineering firms for a tour and discussion on innovation in practice. 


In-Person Workshops November 13 | Cornell Tech Verizon Education Center

Join your peers for a full day of Masterclasses hosted by design innovators and software pioneers, developed to introduce participants to a wide range of powerful new workflows that enable new ways of working and enhance existing design processes.

Rhino and Grasshopper workshops include:

  • Bringing Rhino models to life with Unreal Engine, presented by Epic Games + Heatherwick studio
  • Grasshopper inside AI: Run Grasshopper definitions from AI assistants with MCP and Rhino.Compute, presented by KPF
  • Computational Design with Grasshopper 2, presented by McNeel + Proving Ground
  • Developing Custom Plugins for Grasshopper 2, presented by McNeel + Proving Ground
  • Scaling Up Parametric Engineering Workflows with Karamba3D, presented by Karamba3D


Symposium November 14 | Cornell Tech Verizon Education Center | Hybrid

Be inspired by highly acclaimed leaders in design and technology within the AEC industry. Join us for a series of presentations, discussions, and round table panels reflecting on the state of practice today and what is on the horizon.


Hackathon November 15-16 | Thornton Tomasetti | In-Person

Create something incredible with a team of your peers during the 26-hour hackathon. Starting on Saturday morning and ending on Sunday afternoon. AEC Tech’s Hackathon is an event for all levels of programmers, developers, engineers, and others. Additionally, it is created for attendees to collaborate, network, build new relationships, and generate new ideas and processes for the AEC community.


Details... 


CDFAM 2025 Computational Design Symposium, NYC



CDFAM | NYC
October 29-30, 2025
NewLab, Brooklyn Navy Yards

Join leading experts in computational design across all scales, from micro to mega, for two days of knowledge sharing and networking in NYC, October 29-30 at NewLab.

From AI and machine learning for material development and simulation, to multi-objective computational design of architectural systems, the two-day program features researchers, practitioners, and software developers leading the advancement of data-driven design.

Symposium schedule...


Details and registration...


Rhino User Webinar: Free Form to Fabrication on November 4


This webinar will guide you through the SubD workflow, from free-form design to practical fabrication.

We will begin by exploring the fundamentals of SubD in Rhino and Grasshopper, focusing on how its unique geometry enables the creation of complex shapes with defined features, such as creases. We’ll use a form-finding exercise to give structure to a primitive form, showcasing the process with examples from our own projects.

Next, we'll shift our focus to fabrication strategies. We'll cover panelization and discuss how machine learning methods can be used for efficient panel layout. We'll show how a SubD's information is invaluable for both milling and robotic processes, demonstrating how to use prototypes from various projects to achieve complex manufacturing outcomes.

Speaker: Nacho Fuentes-Cantillana Monereo is an architect, computational designer, and curious mind currently based between Barcelona and the jungles of Yucatán.

In short, his work weaves digital precision with organic logic—always aiming to create spaces, objects, and systems that feel both futuristic and deeply grounded

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Open Call: Share Your Expertise at PAZ Central



Are you passionate about computational design, digital fabrication, or AI/ML workflows in AEC? PAZ Academy is seeking workshop leaders to inspire architects, engineers, and designers in its prime Zurich location.

Available:
✨ Fully equipped space, 3 min from Zurich main station
✨ Intimate environment with personalized attention
✨ Professional community valuing innovation

You bring:
🔹 Expertise in computational approaches (AEC)
🔹 Ability to deliver interactive, inspiring sessions
🔹 Commitment to collaboration and inclusivity

📅 Deadline: November 30, 2025


Friday, October 3, 2025

Training: Rhino.Inside & BIM for Advanced Tower Design - October 4, 5, 11, 12, 2025

PA Academy presents a 4-session live workshop that focuses on designing residential towers using BIM, Rhino, Rhino.Inside, and AI-driven visualization. 

Instructor: Albert Sumin, Senior Architect and Computational Designer

  • 16 Hours Total
  • October 4, 5, 11, 12, 2025
  • 14:00-18:00 GMT
  • Saturday-Sunday
  • English
  • 50 Seats Total

Sign up and see details here.

The focus of the workshop is to create a conceptual design for the residential tower. All stages of this process will be considered, from the idea stage through 3D and BIM modeling. The workshop simulates a situation in which it is necessary to present a complete building design within a short timeframe, while the 3D model and the accuracy of area calculations are sufficient to apply the results to further detailed design. 

Questions?
Reach out to PA Academy for any inquiries: team@paacademy.com


Pro-Level Surface Design: Car Modeling & Rendering by Sabit


In the world of RC models, drones, and engineering prototypes, competition is fierce. 

However, the winners are those whose surfaces are flawless and whose renderings resemble final products, not test concepts.

Your models can remain “test concepts” or they can resemble products ready to sell with Rhino.

Why is this course is for you?
  • Real-world cases—methods that apply perfectly to drone bodies, RC models, and prototypes.
  • Clean surfaces, no artefacts—sweep rails, blends, zebra & curvature analysis, advanced matching.
  • 6 hours of concentrated training = 16 hours of practice with no fluff.
  • Direct mentorship: Industrial designer Kamil Podolak will guide you personally, answer questions, and provide expert feedback. Learn from a pro who has worked with Kross, Antidote Bikes, and Darfon Polska.
Format: Self-paced (available Mentor support)
Date: Available on demand
Duration: 6 hours
Language: English

BSS Scholarship Application for 2026

👋 Hello, future BSS Hero!

Here is an opportunity from PAZ Academy, which believes that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to grow, learn, and create their own path in the AEC industry. No matter their background, age, gender, orientation, or beliefs.

If you are determined to elevate your skills, shape the future of architecture and engineering, and bring your bold ideas to life, but you need a bit of support, PAZ Academy wants to hear from you!

Applications are open from October 1, 2025, to November 30, 2025. The scholarship recipient will be announced on January 6, 2026.

More details in the application form! See you there!

More info + registration


Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Online training: Maritime Hull Design and Fairing - New editions in October and November 2025


Online Training - Maritime Hull Design and Fairing
New editions in October and November 2025

Rapid Hull Modeling for Ships / Yachts / Workboats / Multihulls

Class-A Fairing – Final Design – Fairing for Production – Hull Optimization – Reverse Engineering – Hull from GA/ Lines-Plan – Advanced Analysis – Modeling Strategies – Developable Hulls

Rhino enables accurate, flexible, and fair vessel hull design with the Rapid Hull Modeling Methodology.

Naval architect Gerard Petersen from RhinoCentre developed this method in collaboration with other professionals in the marine industry. After years of offering training and services to leading companies in the marine industry worldwide, RhinoCentre developed three unique training modules to guide you in modeling, fairing, and reverse engineering vessel hull shapes.

Three training modules are covered in four two-hour live training sessions. Between the live sessions, you practice the exercises as self-study with the instructional videos and written-out exercises.


Tuesday, September 30, 2025

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

 

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.

Monday, September 29, 2025

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.

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.


Friday, September 26, 2025

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...
More Rhino User Webinars...


Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Grasshopper Level 2 Online Workshop, November 5-7, 2025 (McNeel Europe)



Grasshopper Level 2 Online Workshop
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!

Monday, September 22, 2025

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.

The program is designed for beginners and intermediate users who want to confidently move from virtual models to physical objects. 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. .

Format: Online individually
Date: Available on demand
Duration: 10 lessons, 7.5 hours
Language: English, Polish

Thursday, September 18, 2025

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...

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

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:

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!

Monday, September 15, 2025

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.