Algorithmic Urban Design in Grasshopper: Data-Driven Site Analysis & Massing

 

Algorithmic Urban Design in Grasshopper: Data-Driven Site Analysis & Massing Online workshop January 31-February 1, 2026 Designing urban projects on complex terrain can be challenging. Still, digital tools and parametric methods enable us to better understand a site and efficiently explore multiple design possibilities. This workshop focuses on reading the landscape first, using data and environmental conditions to guide design decisions rather than relying solely on intuition. You will learn how to perform four key site analyses: sunlight exposure, terrain slope, vegetation density, and visibility, and transform raw data into clear visual diagrams. These analyses then serve as inputs to a generative design workflow that suggests optimal building positions and massing. The entire process is developed step by step in Grasshopper for Rhino, providing a practical strategy for early-stage urban design in any context. What You’ll Learn Creative algorithmic thinking and problem-solving Analyzing complex terrain geometry (Sunlight + Slope + Vegetation + Visibility) How to create your own custom analysis method from scratch Data-driven design strategies Generative approach to urban design Tips & tricks for creating efficient and organized Grasshopper definitions About the instructor: Ognjen Graovac is an architect and computational designer from Belgrade focused on parametric design and digital workflows. He founded Algorithmic Architecture, has contributed to projects such as Madison Square Garden in Las Vegas, develops open-source Grasshopper plugins, and is an award-winning competition architect. Register now...

Rhino User Webinar: Computational Modelling of Existing Tunnels - New recorded webinar now available!

Did you miss the latest Rhino User Webinar live? You can watch the recording now!

If you are into civil engineering, you might be interested in seeing how Mattia Bressanelli, R&D Lead at TECNESYSTRA Advanced Tunneling, showcases computational modelling of existing tunnels that have challenging geometries using custom-built Grasshopper components.

Watch the video now...

More Rhino User Webinars...

Arkitekter og KI conference - Oslo, Norway (February 5, 2026)

Arkitekter og KI conference
Oslo, Norway (February 5, 2026)

Come and discover what architects can achieve when they unlock new superpowers with artificial intelligence.

Artificial intelligence is transforming architects' everyday work. How does it change the way we work, collaborate, and think about design? At this conference, architects will share their experiences, present concrete examples, and highlight practical strategies for enabling new AI-powered workflows in offices.

We will explore both the challenges and the opportunities, and you will gain inspiration, insights, and hands-on knowledge that you can apply directly to your own practice.

This is a conference you won’t want to miss—whether you are a manager, technology leader, or design architect. You’ll get an honest and practical look at how artificial intelligence is already becoming a valuable tool in the architect’s toolbox—and what it means for you today.

Luis Fraguada from McNeel is one of the speakers.

Details and registration... 

New Year, New Blocks!

The SAVANNA3D library has been enhanced with new models to better support your upcoming projects in 2026.

This month’s update features essential items for kitchens and laundry rooms, including high-end appliances and practical fixtures designed to enhance the realism of your 3D designs. We encourage you to log in and explore the latest additions to improve your interior renderings. 

SAVANNA3D is a well-curated library featuring over 1,600 intricately designed 3D architectural models, all available in the user-friendly 3DM file format. Additionally, it features a diverse array of parametric Grasshopper definitions, enabling users to create customized architectural designs with flexibility and ease.

Buy online!

You can also buy SAVANNA3D bundled with VisualARQ, a BIM software designed for use with Rhino versions 7 and 8. 

Buy online!

Rhino.Inside.Revit online workshop, March 11-13, 2026 (McNeel Europe)

Tutor: Junghwo Park

March 11 13, 2026

10 AM-5 PM CET (Barcelona)

Hosted on Zoom by McNeel Europe

Since 2009, numerous third-party plugins have improved interoperability between Autodesk’s BIM software Revit and Rhino/Grasshopper. Introduced with Rhino 7, Rhino.Inside.Revit significantly advances this integration by adding over 300 Revit-aware components to Grasshopper, enabling users to query, modify, analyze, and create native Revit elements directly within Grasshopper.

In this workshop, Junghwo Park, BIM Manager at Doka GmbH, will introduce participants to Rhino.Inside.Revit, a powerful framework that integrates Rhino and Grasshopper directly within Autodesk Revit. Participants will gain a basic understanding of Rhino.Inside.Revit, learn about BIM management use cases, and explore parametric BIM workflows with Rhino.Inside.Revit and selected Grasshopper plugins for design automation.

Rhino.Inside.Revit also provides a powerful translation API for building custom conversion workflows between Revit data and Rhino geometry and metadata. Its advanced geometry conversion API ensures accurate translation of complex Rhino shapes into Revit, and it is fully accessible through Grasshopper’s Python and C# scripting components.

Day 1

• Overview – Introduction to Rhino.Inside and its limitations
• Useful Grasshopper Plugins for BIM workflow
• Revit Units vs. Rhino Units
• Project Framework and Documents
• Selections and Filters
• Coordinates
• Creating Revit Elements

Day 2

• Creating Forms
• Revit Materials
• Creating Families (Loadable Families)
• Getting & Setting Parameters
• SubD to Revit Conversion
• Revit Topology (Rooms, Areas, and Spaces)
• Analyzing Revit Elements

Day 3

• Views and Sheets
• MakeHatch Command
• Details and Annotations
• Parametric BIM Design
• Structural Analytical Model
• Clash Detection
• Tips and Tricks

Course requirements:  Basic knowledge of Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit (version 2024.3) is required.

Software requirement: Rhino 8, Revit 2024.3

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!

RhinoNC: New bundles available

 

In a constantly evolving CNC machining world, RhinoNC, CIMsystem's fully integrated 3D CAM solution for Rhinoceros, meets users' needs through strategic renewals. A new, enhanced suite of programming software configurations is now available, designed to provide professionals in every field, from small workshops to complex industries, with the exact tool they need.

These configurations are optimized and reorganized to cover all milling, turning, and trimming needs, ensuring a faster, more intuitive, and above all, more accurate workflow.

More information...

New Building Systems Specialist (BSS) Title

Building System Specialist Title

Do not miss the updated and newly expanded edition of the Building System Specialist Title, starting March 1!

Explore the cutting edge of design and construction at the intersection of BIM, computational design, and artificial intelligence. This hands-on, practice-oriented BSS program is designed to equip you with the skills shaping the future of the built environment. You’ll dive into parametric design, data-driven workflows, and AI-powered design tools, unlocking new ways to design smarter, more efficient, and more responsive buildings.

Join Paz Academy and discover how emerging technologies are redefining how we conceive, design, and deliver architecture.

More info + registration

Upcoming conference in Chios: Design & Engineering Software by ERGOCAD

ERGOCAD, in collaboration with STech, is organizing a conference to present specialized software for architects, civil engineers, decorators, and manufacturers.

On January 21, 2026, professionals and students are invited to the Homerion Cultural Centre in Chios for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to digital design workflow. The event will showcase powerful tools for parametric design with Rhino, alongside solutions for BIM, 3D modeling, visualization, and structural design.

The conference is free to attend and offers an excellent opportunity to discover new tools, exchange ideas, and connect with the local design and engineering community.

Event Details:

• Date: January 21, 2026
• Location: Homerion Cultural Centre, Chios, Greece
• Audience: Architects, civil engineers, decorators, manufacturers, and students
• Admission: Free (registration required, limited seats)

The program will conclude with a Q&A session and a prize drawing, offering attendees the opportunity to engage directly and exchange knowledge.

More information and registration...

Rhino User Webinar: Computational Modelling of Existing Tunnels

 

Rhino User Webinar
Computational Modelling of Existing Tunnels
January 28, 2026 - 4:00 PM (CET) 

In this webinar, Mattia Bressanelli, R&D Lead at TECNESYSTRA Advanced Tunneling, will showcase computational modelling of existing tunnels that have challenging geometries using custom-built Grasshopper components. This demonstrates the power of Rhino and Grasshopper as a development platform for the linear infrastructure sector.

About the speaker:
Mattia Bressanelli is a building engineer focused on computational design and software development. He studied at Politecnico di Milano, began his career in the building energy and sustainability industry, working with dynamic modeling and CFD, then switched to the highway infrastructure industry, in the R&D department, first for a highway managing company, then for TECNESYSTRA Advanced Tunneling. 

TECNESYSTRA Advanced Tunneling was established in 2022 to create a highly specialized tunneling hub capable of developing state-of-the-art technical solutions for the infrastructure sector.

Complete details and registration...

food4Rhino webinar: Raven - Unlock Grasshopper with AI (January 22, 2026, at 5 PM CET)

food4Rhino webinar: Raven - Unlock Grasshopper with AI
January 22, 2026, at 5 PM CET

Transform your computational design workflow—from beginner to power user.

Grasshopper is powerful, but let's face it: It's not always fast or easy. Raven changes that.

Raven is a conversational AI built natively for Grasshopper and Rhino that works directly with your scripts, plugins, and custom tools. Write definitions from text prompts, debug in real time, and tap into 928+ community plugins instantly. Whether you're facing Grasshopper's steep learning curve or you're a seasoned pro looking to iterate faster, Raven puts your focus back where it belongs: on designing.

In this webinar, you'll discover how to:

• Generate parametric geometry from simple text and image prompts
• Debug and refine your scripts with an AI that actually understands your setup
• Leverage any plugin in your environment—from Ladybug to your custom in-house tools
• Apply Raven across AEC, engineering, and manufacturing workflows

Join the Rhino team as we discuss the core principles that make Raven the most effective CAD-AI system available today, and show you exactly how to supercharge your own work.

Speaker: Moritz Rietschel is co-founder of Raven, building human-centered AI tools for design and creativity. His work builds on research at UC Berkeley exploring human–AI collaboration in CAD with Prof. Kyle Steinfeld and robotic fabrication with Prof. Simon Schleicher. Moritz has lectured internationally on AI-based creative tools, hosted workshops at MIT and Tongji, and contributed research on LLMs for CAD in peer-reviewed publications. Reach out if you want to chat with the Raven Team!

Free registration…

Emergent Futures V1.0 webinar by DesignMorphine

Emergent Futures V1.0 - Free Webinar
January 31st and February 1, 2026 - 3 PM to 7 PM UTC

Emergent Futures V1.0 explores how generative AI is transforming architectural design. The workshop focuses on using AI tools—Rhino, Blender, and ComfyUI—to create concept-driven 3D scenes. We'll discuss how today’s mix of AI, 3D modeling, and scripting empowers architects to design not just structures, but complex systems rich in relationships, narratives, and detail—often sacrificed to deadlines and project constraints. We’ll examine how mastering tools enables freedom in solving design problems. To test this, we’ll develop a concept with AI and transform it into a 3D environment, treating AI as a co-author, or even the author of the project’s core ideas. While this may sound dystopian, we’ll approach it playfully. 

Participants will generate AI imagery of architecture, landscapes, characters, and objects within one cohesive concept, then model, texture, and light the scene for rendering. The workshop emphasizes creative exploration over technical drafting and concludes by materializing our ideas into a single unified 3D scene.

Register here...

Rhino.Inside.Revit: Connecting Rhino & Revit — Online Course by Sabit

Unlock the full potential of your architectural and BIM workflows by mastering the integration between Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit. 

This immersive, practice-driven workshop, offered by Authorized Reseller Sabit, teaches you how to turn complex geometry into native BIM elements, automate documentation, and build parametric tools that elevate your design workflow. 

No unnecessary theory—only real, production-ready skills you can start using right away. 

What you’ll get:

• 100% hands-on, practical training using real Rhino-to-Revit workflows
• Deep dive into parametric and BIM integration techniques
• Personalized guidance from an expert architect and digital workflow specialist
• Official Certificate of Completion from a McNeel Authorized Training Center
• Skills that are directly applicable to professional architecture and BIM projects
• Flexible schedule adjusted to your time zone and availability
• Live lessons with real-time feedback and mentorship

Skills you’ll learn:

• Connecting Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit seamlessly
• Creating Revit elements from Rhino and Grasshopper geometry
• Working with parametric families and adaptive components
• Managing parameters, categories, and external data
• Analyzing and visualizing BIM data
• Automating views, sheets, schedules, and annotations
• Building custom parametric tools to support complex design workflows 

Software requirements:

• Rhino (latest version recommended)
• Revit (Windows only—Rhino.Inside.Revit is not supported on macOS)
• Basic knowledge of Rhino & Grasshopper is recommended 

Format:

Live one-on-one or small group training sessions

Interactive lessons with direct instructor support 

Next course start: 

January 19, 2026 (dates may vary) 

Duration: 

4 sessions, 1.5 hours each (total 6 hours)

Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle 

Language: English or Polish

More information and registration...

Modulation Evolution V1.0 Webinar by DesignMorphine

Modulation Evolution V1.0 - Free Webinar

February 8, 2026 - Sunday ( 3 PM-7 PM UTC)

Modulation Evolution V1.0 explores how modular design can evolve into a generative, multidisciplinary methodology using Rhino and Grasshopper. Rather than treating design as a static result, the session frames it as a systemic and evolutionary process in which geometry, logic, and creativity interact within a living design ecosystem. 

Participants will study how bottom-up processes can generate spatial systems, structural coherence, and aesthetic identity across scales, from product design to architecture. Patternsare introduced as the DNA of design, showing how they carry both the rational and poetic dimensions of creation. Through discussions on computational design, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and digital fabrication, we'll show how complexity can emerge through gradual adaptation rather than sudden invention. 

Ultimately, this webinar invites participants to rethink design as an ongoing act of evolution—an exchange between form, structure, and thought in which geometry becomes a bridge linking disciplines, scales, and cultures.

Register here...

BSS Bootcamp - February 2-5

BSS Bootcamp - February 2-5

The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is becoming increasingly complex and interconnected. Don’t let outdated workflows hold you back. The BSS Bootcamp is your gateway to mastering system-based modeling and coordination—bringing clarity, structure, and real efficiency to every project.

Join PAZ Academy this year for the BSS Bootcamp! Experience a program full of practical insights, hands-on challenges, engaging discussions, and valuable knowledge you can apply immediately. It’s fun, dynamic, and not to be missed!

More info + registration

Upcoming Cademy Rhino and Grasshopper Online Courses: January-February 2026

Cademy has announced new dates (January-February 2026) 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.

• Ad Parametric Texture Workshop
  January 17-18 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST
  February 7-8 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET
  

• Grasshopper Masterclass
  January 24-25 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST
  February 21-22 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET
  
  
• Rhinoceros Masterclass
  January 24-25 | 08:00 to 15:00 CET
  February 7-8 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST
  
  
• Computational Design Workshop
  February 21-22 | 07:00 to 14:00 PST

Complete details and registration...

Nature-Render 2.3 for Rhino Released

📢 Nature-Render is a real-time physics renderer that supports rendering effects such as HDR, caustics, depth of field, Scatter, Proxy and volume lighting. It was developed by the team behind the acclaimed Sunflower sunlight analysis plugin. 

 Key Highlights of This Update 

• New Scatter and Proxy Features: Generate large quantities of low-poly proxy models that render as high-detail, complex geometry. Use minimal system resources to create and render vast 3D scenes in Rhino while maintaining smooth performance, even with large-scale environments.
  
  
  
  
  
• Dedicated Grass Tools: Developed specialized scatter and proxy tools for grass. Includes commonly used grass types with specific optimizations, allowing you to generate and render large, realistic grassy areas with a single click—infusing your designs with breath, rhythm, and vitality.
  
  
  
  
  
• Innovative 3D Noise Texture for Scattering: Introduces the innovative use of 3D noise textures to control random distribution. This eliminates the tedious steps of selecting maps and setting UVs, simplifying operation and improving usability. Achieve more powerful results with fewer parameters, easily controlling density, distribution rhythm, and shaping visually harmonious landscapes to generate rich, natural scenery with one click.
  
  
  
  
  
• Optimized Plant Rendering Shader: Includes a specially crafted Fast Backlit Subsurface Scattering Shader for leaves, grass blades, and other foliage. This allows plants to appear translucent, realistic, and natural when illuminated by sunlight.
  
  
  
  
  

📹 Video tutorials and more details,… 👈

🏄 Try Nature-Render for Rhino for free now… 👈

Termite: Rhino Grasshopper Plugin Developed for 3D Printing of Clay

Termite is a plugin developed for Liquid Deposition Modeling (LDM) 3D printing, designed specifically for clay and other paste-based materials. Created by Julian Jauk at Graz University of Technology, it has been tested in seminars, architectural prototypes, and international workshops, and is already used in several educational institutions.

Unlike conventional slicing tools built for thermoplastics and small nozzles, clay printing typically uses nozzles from 1-30 mm, requiring precise control of the path layout, material flow, and printer movement. Termite fills this need by integrating essential slicing features—such as custom path generation, sorting algorithms, variable parameters within a single print, inrun speed control for smooth starts, extrusion flattening for reliable adhesion, and automatic detection of path intersections—directly into the parametric design environment of Rhino and Grasshopper.

Termite provides 20 modular components across the categories Main, Create, Sort, Display, and Example, supporting both beginner and advanced workflows. It is designed as an easy-to-use tool for Grasshopper newcomers, with features working immediately after installation, while still offering maximum freedom for experimental fabrication through its open, modular structure. Users can design printing paths in Rhino, Grasshopper, or via Termite’s own components, with all required G-code generated in real time.

Suitable for clay and earth-based mixtures, concrete, biopolymers, biomaterials, and various food-grade pastes, Termite works not only with LDM printers such as the WASP 40100 LDM and Delta WASP 2040 Clay but also with any machine capable of interpreting G-code, including Cartesian and polar printers or robotic arms.

Termite is available for Windows and macOS for Rhino 6 or later. The plugin includes an installer, example files, and a tutorial video. It is entirely free to use and can be downloaded via food4Rhino or installed directly through the Rhino Package Manager.

Complete info and download...

food4Rhino webinar: Termite AI - Recorded session now available

The food4Rhino webinar: Termite AI focused on an intelligent design co-pilot that helps architects and designers in early-stage design workflow. The webinar took place on December 11, 2025.

In case you missed it, visit our food4Rhino webinars playlist.

Find more about Termite AI and download an Eval at https://www.food4rhino.com/en/app/termite-nest

Online training: Maritime Hull Design and Fairing - New editions in February and March 2026

Online Training - Maritime Hull Design and Fairing

New editions in February and March 2026

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 providing 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.

Sign up now for the February or March editions...

Webinar: Rhino.Inside.Revit: Integrating Rhino and Revit in Architectural Workflows - December 17 at 17:00 (CET)

Join Sabit, Authorized Rhino Reseller, on December 17 at 17:00 (CET) for a webinar focused on modern design workflows powered by Rhino.Inside.Revit—a technology that brings together Rhino’s flexible NURBS modeling and Revit’s powerful BIM environment.

This session explores:

• The role of Rhino and Grasshopper in contemporary architectural design.
• The advantages of NURBS modeling, include speed, precision, and Rhino’s open ecosystem.
• How Rhino.Inside.Revit works, and the essential steps for getting started.
• Creating Revit elements directly from Rhino geometry.
• Adaptive components and parametric design workflows in Revit.
• Data exchange between Grasshopper and Revit.
• BIM data visualization and documentation automation.

You will also see practical demonstrations based on real architectural examples, showcasing how the integration streamlines and elevates everyday design workflow.

Registration...

Learn automotive texture-design workflows in Rhino and Grasshopper by Cademy xyz

BYD Acoustic Texture – Inspired by Dynaudio
Recreate a speaker grille texture inspired by a Dynaudio design inside a BYD vehicle.

We’ll model the door-panel section in Rhino, then use Grasshopper to build a random-controlled perforation pattern.

Parametric Front-Bumper Textures for EVs
Since EVs no longer require large air-intake openings, front bumpers have become an expressive design surface.

We’ll explore how to use parametric textures to communicate identity, motion, and brand character.

Available Dates:

• Grasshopper 3D Masterclass 
  December 13-14, 2025
  08:00-15:00 CET

• Ad. Parametric Texture Workshop
  January 17-18, 2026
  07:00-14:00 PST

More information and registration ...

Rhino User Webinar: Archicad/Grasshopper Live Connection - New recorded webinar now available!

 

Interested in the Archicad/Grasshopper Live Connection workflow but missed the last live webinar? You can watch it now on YouTube!

In this recorded webinar, architect and computational design specialist Gregor Doblinger demonstrates a complete workflow using the Grasshopper–Archicad Live Connection, while showing key Archicad functionalities and tips within Grasshopper. He also provides insights into workflow structure and live visualisation with Enscape.

Watch the video...

More Rhino User Webinars...

Webinar: VisualARQ for Residential Architecture

Join Asuni for an online session highlighting how VisualARQ 3 can streamline residential architecture workflow in Rhino. Learn how to model houses and multi-unit buildings using VisualARQ’s parametric BIM objects, create floor plans and sections directly from the 3D model, and extract areas, volumes, and schedules. We’ll also cover DWG and IFC export for smooth collaboration.

What you’ll learn

• Modeling residential buildings with BIM objects
• Generating plans, sections, elevations, and schedules
• Customizing architectural elements
• Computing areas, volumes, and reports
• Coordinating via DWG and IFC

Sessions

• December 17 10:00 AM (CET) – Registration
• December 17 5:00 PM (CET) – Registration

Webinar - Rhino3D for Building Performance Using TAS

 

Live demo on importing Rhino models into TAS, using EDSL API and Dynamic CFD

December 16, 2025 -  3 PM (UTC+1) 

Join us for this live demo where Ian Highton, EDSL Founder, and Andrew Hilmy, Systems Director at EDSL, will show how to import a Rhino CAD model into TAS:

• Introduction to TAS building simulation software
• Working in Rhino and importing a 3D model into TAS
• Running an energy and thermal simulation
• Dynamic CFD for indoor thermal comfort
• Getting started with the TAS API

Details and registration...

Rhinoceros for Architects Level 1 by Sabit

If you work in architecture, now is the perfect moment to level up!

Authorized Rhino Resellers, Sabit is offering an immersive, practice-driven course that teaches participants to model real objects, shape complex geometry, and confidently develop architectural concepts in Rhino.

No unnecessary theory—only what brings results as soon as tomorrow.

What you’ll get:

• 100% practical training
• Modern modeling techniques
• Guidance from an architect from Asymptote Architecture
• A unique system for tracking your progress
• A portfolio built on real-world tasks

Experience architecture in a new way. Learn to create forms that feel alive.

Software requirements: Rhino (demo available)

Format: Live One-on-One

Next course start: December 12, 2025
Duration: 10 sessions, 1 hour each

Language: Ukrainian

Complete information and registration... 

Master in Parametric Design, Spring 2026 by Controlmad

 

MaSTER COURSE IN PARAMETRIC DESIGN

A unique study program to introduce you to the world of computational design, the state-of-the-art field for product design, architecture, landscape, engineering, digital fabrication... through creating physical and digital parametric models using as main tools Grasshopper for Rhino, along with CNC (computer numerical control) machines.

The course is divided into 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 may choose multiple ways to take it:

• Entire course (onsite or online)
• Just Part I (onsite or online)
• Hybrid: Part I online + Part II onsite.

The last early bird fees are available!

Getting to know… CD Peacock: When Heritage Fuels Innovation!

For nearly two centuries, CD Peacock has been a Chicago jewelry icon. Now, in collaboration with ShapeDiver, the brand is merging tradition with modern technology to transform the bridal ring experience.

In ShapeDiver's latest interview, Jewelry Creative Director Kelly Jacobson reveals how CD Peacock is using Rhino and Grasshopper to design customizable rings that combine timeless craftsmanship with cutting-edge digital tools. The Love and Celebration collection lets customers personalize every detail of their ring in an intuitive, interactive way, blending the best of digital and in-person experiences.

This interview is a must-read for anyone interested in how jewelry design is evolving through technology, offering fresh insights on combining artistry with customization.

Read the full interview...

Rhino User Webinar: Instrumenting the Design Process - New recorded webinar now available!

 

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

Ashkan Rezaee has been kind enough to share his workflow with an end-to-end look at iterative toolmaking with designers and domain experts. Watch this recorded webinar if you are interested in co-defining the data model, using system and workflow architecture inside Grasshopper, instrumenting prototypes for real-time feedback, and converging toward a robust, user-friendly plugin. 

Watch the video now...

More Rhino User Webinars...

food4Rhino webinar: Termite AI (December 11, 2025, at 5 PM CET)

food4Rhino webinar: Termite AI
December 11, 2025, at 5 PM CET

Join us for a live demonstration of Termite AI - an intelligent design co-pilot that helps architects and designers generate floor plans, spatial layouts, and unit distributions in minutes.

In this session, we will show how Termite connects seamlessly with Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit, integrating AI into your early design workflow without changing your tools.

We’ll showcase how Termite accelerates early-stage design decisions, optimizes spatial configurations, and adapts to your design intent—whether you’re working on a single building or a large-scale project.

What You’ll Learn

• How Termite AI generates floor plans and unit distributions with minimal input
• Live integration demo with Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit
• How Termite fits into early-stage design workflows
• Upcoming features and roadmap for early adopters

Who Should Attend

• Architects and designers using Rhino, Grasshopper, and Autodesk Revit in early-stage design
• Professionals seeking tools to streamline early design and reduce manual work
• Innovators eager to explore AI-driven design workflows

Speaker:

Mohammad Hassan Saleh Tabari is the co-founder of Termite Intelligence GmbH, an AEC technology startup based in Innsbruck, Austria, and the developer behind Termite Nest and Termite AI. Since 2021, Mohammad has served as a university assistant at Innsbruck University. He is currently finalizing his PhD in Computational Design, focusing on numerical models for the design of spatial and lightweight structures.

Termite has been developed since 2020, with over 6000 downloads, beginning with the Termite Nest plugin for Grasshopper. In 2024, Termite Intelligence was recognized as a finalist in the Austrian Startup World Cup. In 2025, based on community feedback, Termite turned into an intelligent design assistant dashboard to facilitate the design process.

Free registration…

Membranes: From Concept to Fabrication—8-Week Specialized Training by ixRay Ltd (February-April 2026)

Membranes: From Concept to Fabrication—8-Week Specialized Training by ixRay Ltd

Designing advanced membrane structures requires a solid understanding of form-finding, material behavior, aerodynamics, and precise digital modeling. For architects, engineers, and designers looking to deepen their expertise, ixRay Ltd, in collaboration with the Architectural Membrane Association (AMA), is launching an intensive 8-week online training program focused on membrane structures—from concept to fabrication.

This comprehensive course is led by a panel with over 30 years of industry experience, including renowned instructor Gerry D’Anza. It integrates powerful software tools such as IxCube 4-10, IxCube CFD, and Rhino/Grasshopper.

What You Will Learn
Throughout the eight weeks, participants will explore the full workflow of membrane design and engineering:

1. Form-Finding Through Forces
Understand how membranes naturally generate optimized shapes through tension forces, achieving stability and elegance.

2. Rhino Modeling & Grasshopper
Learn how to build accurate 3D models and workflows for membrane structures using Rhino and parametric design automation in Grasshopper.

3. Parametric Design (Rhino + Grasshopper + IxCube 4-10)
Develop advanced parametric systems that integrate structural behavior and patterning processes.

4. Inflatables & ETFE Cushions
Gain technical insights into the design and analysis of pneumatic structures and ETFE cushion systems.

5. Nonlinear Analysis of Membranes and Steel Structures
Study real-world structural behavior under load, using specialized simulation tools.

6. Wind Tunnel Simulation with IxCube CFD
Run CFD simulations over thin double-sided membranes to validate aerodynamic performance.

7. Steel Design (American, Euro, and Indian Codes)
Learn essential global steel standards and apply them to tension structures.

8. Project Management (Patterning & Production)
Understand production techniques, patterning strategies, and efficient project delivery.

Course Details

• Format: Online (Zoom)
• Start Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
• Schedule: Every Friday for 8 weeks
• Time: 14:00–16:00 CET
• Instructor: Gerry D’Anza
• Language: English

Key Benefits

• Free 4-month professional license of IxCube 4-10
• Certificate of participation from ixRay Ltd
• Direct training from industry experts
• Practical workflow experience from concept to fabrication

Registration Information

• To register, send an email to info@ixray-ltd.com with the subject: COURSE 2026
• Include your full name and contact information.

Rates

• Early registration: €300 (before December 31, 2025)
• Late registration: €450 (after December 31, 2025)

Notes

• The course requires a minimum of 10 participants to begin.
• Requirements: Basic knowledge of CAD (AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, etc.).
• This training is ideal for professionals in: Architecture, engineering, tensile structure design, fabrication, and computational design.

Seats are limited—early registration is highly encouraged...