Online Intro to Grasshopper class, July 28-31

Join us for our Intro to Grasshopper for Rhino 5 online training course. This course is for design professionals who are looking to efficiently learn Grasshopper concepts and features at an accelerated pace in an instructor-led online environment. The advantages of using Grasshopper in preliminary design and concept development come to life in many real-life examples.

Dates: July 28-31

  Orientation: July 28, 9:00 am-10:30 am PDT
  Grasshopper training: July 29-31, 9:00 am-1:00 pm PDT

Price: US$195

Details and registration... 

Please note, all times noted above are Pacific time zone. Calculate your time zone.

Architecture students digital models

Check out these rendered digital models from first degree students at Escola Tècnica Superior d'Arquitectura (ESARQ UIC). Students learn how to use Rhino while confronting three architecture buildings where geometry progressively becomes more complex: Fujimoto NA House, Dieste Iglesia del Cristo Obrero, Gehry DZ Bank.

Images... 

Robots in Architecture Update

In case you missed the last Rob|Arch conference early this year, here is what you missed.

Also, plan on visiting Sydney in 2016 for the next Rob|Arch conference.

Mesh2Surface new version

The new version of the Mesh2Surface reverse engineering plugin is available as a free upgrade to all existing customers. Simplify the reverse engineering process in Rhino by using powerful, yet easy-to-use, tools to extract surfaces from scan data. Build planes, spheres, cylinders, revolved and extruded surfaces direct from noisy polygonal meshes. Remove the limitations of the imperfections of the scan data from laser line, white light, or CT scanners.

Buy Mesh2Surface now on food4Rhino...

Retro design in small appliances

The Italian appliance company SMEG has expanded its refrigerator and freezer line to small appliances. Two notable products are the toaster and the kettle.

Rhino models were used to check the aesthetics and ergonomics in the retro design.

Featured in the magazine DEVELOP3D . . . 

Generative Furniture Design by Matt Dennis

Matt Dennis is a M.F.A. candidate at the Savannah College of Art and Design. His thesis, Smarts and Crafts: Digital Technology in Furniture Design, explores ways that digital technology is changing all facets of furniture design; design creation, fabrication and distribution. Open design as well as parametric and generative design have played a large role in shaping his thinking about design.

For more information, you can contact Matt Dennis 

More of his work and designs can be found at:  MA.DE DESIGN

You can join and post your furniture designs at GFD3D too.

RhinoPolyhedra update available

The RhinoPolyhedra plugin for Rhino 5 for Windows lets you create and visualize a variety of polyhedral shapes—over 400 different shapes.

RhinoPolyhedra supports both 32-bit and 64-bit Rhino 5 for Windows.

The Polyhedron command dialog now includes a preview image, plus it also displays the number of vertices and faces of the selected polyhedron. Many new geodesic and dual geodesic icosahedron solid shapes have also been added.

RhinoPolyhedra is free!

Requires Rhino 5 Service Release 9 (SR9) or newer.

Download...

Regolo new classic 6 boat

 

Regolo Studio offers innovative solutions side by side to cutting-edge technology to give life to its customers' creativity. Regolo Studio is also a Certified RhinoFabStudio that offers training programs including different plug-ins.

The new classic 6 boat is their newest project: engineering and the mock-up of the boat was done with Rhino modeling software. Post-processor generation, wood CNC cutting, and metal water jet cutting were all done in-house also.

Become a member of RhinoFabStudio.

Watch the video.

For more information, you can contact Regolo Studio on Facebook or at http://www.regolostudio.com

Rhino Summer School for teachers in London

Rhino Summer School 
London, UK
September 2014

SimplyRhino UK, in collaboration with McNeel Europe and Chaos Group, has organized a free training and networking event for design teachers and lecturers—six classes over eight days.  Separate courses cover three areas: modeling, rendering, and generative design.

All courses are delivered by leading individuals from the software developer plus certified trainers from Simply Rhino. All courses are taking place at Imperial College London, Skempton Building in the newly refurbished South Kensington campus.

All classes have a focus on training the trainer. All content (except for the Rhino 5 Level Class, which is identical to our standard class) is tailored to help inform any teacher or lecturer in the key aspects of that subject—quite different than our commercial classes where the focus is very much on professional use. The aim is to enable teachers to teach rather than become professional users. 

Class titles:

• Rhino 5 Level 1
• Rhino 5 in Architecture & Engineering
• V-Ray Level 1
• V-Ray Advanced
• V-Ray Advanced for Architecture
• Grasshopper Introduction

Complete info and registration...

GeMo, an army of 3D printed vases

Mehran Gharleghi and Amin Sadeghy from studio INTEGRATE, are seeking support to launch a crowd funded exhibition of an army of 3D printed vases in London. 

With a keen interest in exploring  the legacy of Middle Eastern art, combined with advanced methods of digital fabrication, they have created an army of over 500 mass customized 3D printed vases, called GeMo. GeMo utilizes the potentials of 3D printing technologies by creating a non-repetitive series of objects that are otherwise very cumbersome to manufacture using conventional methods. The form of each vase is generated from one of the fundamental components of Islamic art. It is made of two symmetrical octagons that merge into each other by using an algorithm. The algorithm uses repetition, rotation and symmetry to merge and develop  the original shapes. This method is often used in creating traditional Islamic drawings and art.  The word algorithm itself originates from, Al-Khwārizmī (c. 780-850), a Persian mathematician, astronomer, geographer and scholar. Digital tools were used to capture these steps to create over 500 unique variations that can only be realized by a 3D printer. By using this method, GeMo retained its cultural roots while leading to a novel set of artifacts.

Each 3D printed GeMo is individually unique, yet resembles its neighbouring relative which is called "Genetically Modified" (GeMo). Around 10% of the geometries that are generated out of this algorithm are mutants and due to their center of gravity cannot stand. So, these will not to be 3D printed. 

GeMo embodies the potential of what 3D-print fabrication is offering to contemporary design culture. Hence, with the aim of raising awareness of the possibilities of 3D printing, Mehran and Amin are turning to Kickstarter to raise funds to launch an exhibition in London, showcasing their army over 500 individually unique 3D printed vases. Their supporters will become the only owners and exhibitors of GeMo, which will be sent to them after the exhibition. By supporting the GeMo campaign, you will help a one-of-a-kind and exclusive design become recognized by a wider audience of art and design enthusiasts from around the world. Each GeMo(s) will be named after its (their) supporter. 

GeMo will be printed in multiple materials, such as stainless steel, plastic, resin and alumide. This is a possibility that has emerged from the world of digital design and production. Now, the army of GeMo is ready and they need them to be born. 

Check the kickstarter campaign...

Fab10 Barcelona

Fab10 Barcelona is one week of events focused on open and accessible technologies that will change the world. It will gather the Fab Lab Network and the citizens of Barcelona to make it a Fab City. Fab10 Barcelona will gather the international Fab Lab community, which has more than 350 laboratories based in more than 40 countries in the world, and will host the Fab Festival and Fab City Symposium, open to all Barcelona citizens.

McNeel Europe will host a FabKids workshop during the week and will exhibit together with iCreatia.com at the Fab Festival during the weekend!

www.fab10.org

Fun RhinoCAM projects at ehlersdesign

Ehlersdesign specializes in 3D milling and produces everything from wax molds for jewelry designers, architectural modeling, to custom projects using 2 through 4-axis machining. To generate the milling data, they use RhinoCAM and Rhino.

See how and why ehlersdesign uses RhinoCAM and Rhino...

Rhino DOF - Rhino Design Optimization & Fabrication Training

In this class you'll learn to create and edit accurate free-form 3D NURBS models. This fast-moving class covers most of Rhino's functionality, including the most advanced surfacing commands. In addition, this workshop will give students a functional understanding of Grasshopper and parametric design. This will allow them to build on this understanding into more advanced projects of their own. The class also covers information on fabrication techniques with RP 3D Printers or laser machines and optimization and fabrication using RhinoCAM for CNC machines.

This workshop will be at McNeel Miami's RhinoFabStudio.

To download the outline, please click here.

For more information please click here or call  McNeel Miami (305) 513 4445 or email Jackie Nasser.

Airport design in Kutaisi, Georgia

Another Rhino user pulls off a striking project, the International Airport at Kutaisi, Georgia. UNStudio, a Dutch architectural design studio, has spent the last 20 years working in architecture, urban development, and infrastructural projects.

Details in article by Dezeen . . . 

Jewelry Modeling workshop in Zaragoza, Spain

Workshop Rhinojewel
Zaragoza Maker Show
17 July 2014

Miguel Ángel Sarralde is hosting a free Rhinojewel workshop during the Zaragoza Maker Show.

Details and free registration...

RoboFold is hiring!

RoboFold is looking for a computational designer to join its team—primarily for robotics. Also, this summer they have organized a Robotics Experimentation Programme.

Apply now!

Flip flop Italian design

It's summer and time for flip flops. Created in Rhino, rendered in V-Ray. Federica Sanavio, a student at Scuola Italian Design in Padua, Italy, created these flip flops, taking advantage of the sweeping and simple lines.

See the flip flop in Trendhunter Fashion . . . 

CLIMATE RIBBON™ - data driven design by Hugh Dutton Associés

Hugh Dutton Associés is a unique team of people striving to create a synthesis of poetic intent and physical reality through their designs. With this focus, the Parisian studio recently designed the CLIMATE RIBBON™ in Miami. The project combines precision engineering and environmental design with an elegant sculptural form: an exciting union of art and science. 

The CLIMATE RIBBON is a topographical composition of a faceted grid of steel framing, glass covering and architectural fabric shading blades that respond to climate performance parameters. The architectural form is an expression of the performance data. Rhino, Grasshopper and its plug-ins have been extensively used during the design process.

Download the press kit of the CLIMATE RIBBON™

In June, the studio launched DESIGN by DATA, a workshop organized in partnership with the digital art center Gaîté Lyrique in Paris, in order to share and explore this particular approach to performance-driven design. 

A few seats are still available. Details and registration here...

Interactive Architectural Prototypes workshop, Frankfurt

Interactive Architectural Prototypes | Summer Lab 2014

Frankfurt / Germany

July 21 - August 1, 2014

“Interactive Architectural Prototypes” is a 2-week summer lab based on the principles of experimentation and interactivity through emerging technologies in architectural production.

It is organized by arch.tualize and AWARE in partnership with the Städelschule Architecture Class (SAC), Frankfurt, and will be held at the campus of SAC from July 21 – August 1, 2014.

The lab engages students, architects, designers, and game developers with four techniques of prototyping: designer-informed, analytics-driven, crowd-operated, and sensor-actuated. Participants learn to use digital and parametric design tools and engage with feedback collected from simulation algorithms, online users and real-world sensors.

The acquired knowledge will be applied to designing interactive prototypes ultimately be exhibited at an open public exhibition at the Städelschule.

To learn more and apply visit www.summerlab.info 

Digital Fabrication workshop in Paris

Initiation to Digital Fabrication

WoMa Paris, France

7-9 July 2014

This workshop is open to all designers, architects, builders, curious...

It will focus on the use of Computer Numerically Controlled Milling Machine. The objective is to provide a general understanding of digital fabrication and allow participants to be independent in the Computer Numerically Controlled manufacturing of objects.

Day 1

- Presentation of possibilities and applications of the digital fabrication

- Introduction to 2D and 3D CAD (tutorial, hands-on)

- Introduction to parametric modeling

- Work from a model of a pre-formatted stool

Day 2

- Introduction to the laser cutter, file loading + Job

- Cutting a parameterized / personalized stool

- Assembly of the prototype

Day 3

- Development of a personal project

- Milling and assembly of the projects

Tutor

Minh Man Nguyen: Civil engineer ETP, architect DPLG, and holds a master's degree in architecture from Georgia Tech. He teaches at the Ecole Speciale d'Architecture and ENS Paris Malaquais within the department of Digital Knowledge. He works as a consultant on issues of complex geometry. He co-founded in 2011 the WAO architecture agency, with whom he developed a reflection based on "making." In 2014, he co-founded WoMa, fabrique de quartier, a space that promotes collaboration in both Working and Making.

Collaborators

Clément Duroselle: Architect DPLG, he worked for the structural engineering firm RFR, focusing on complex façades. He teached at Ecole d’Architecture de la Ville et des Territoires de Marne-la-Vallée. He co-founded in 2011 the WAO architecture agency, with whom he developed a reflection based on "making." In 2014, he co-founded WoMa, fabrique de quartier, a space that promotes collaboration in both Working and Making.

Arnaud Delente: Master student in Architecture at the École Spéciale d'Architecture, he has developed throughout his studies an experimental approach around digital tools. He is an assistant in the Digital Fabrication class at the Special School of Architecture for two years.

Details and registration... 

Chrysalis amphitheater at Merriweather Park

World Architecture News announced that Marc Fornes & THEVERYMANY is a winner in the 2014 WAN Awards, for his outdoor amphitheater, Chrysalis, at Merriweather Park, Columbia, Maryland. The international jury gave the award in the 21 for 21 category, 'leading lights' in architecture. View the project in a Chrysalis flythrough. Also, Frank Hecker's blog has posted an interesting analysis of the project.

YouFab Global Creative Awards 2014

YouFab Global Creative Awards 2014
June 2 - August 1, 2014

YouFab is a global award that evaluates, from a creative perspective, new endeavors in digital fabrication and widely promotes the initiatives of creators all around the world! Mixed with a pinch of ingenuity and a dash of creativity, technology stands to transform the future of fabrication. More...

Submissions:
Entries may include all types of creative works made using digital fabrication tools such as the 3D printer, the laser cutter or the CNC milling machine, or you may create your own digital fabrication tool.

Entry Period: June 2 - August 1, 2014

Categories include: Products, Art, Machines, Beyond

Details and entry information...

Intermediate Grasshopper class begins next week

Intermediate Grasshopper - Online Training

June 23-26, 2014
9 am-1 pm Pacific time
US$215 per person

Join instructor Andres Gonzalez as he explores the intermediate concepts of generative modeling in Rhino 5 using the Grasshopper add-on. He will apply these concepts to Grasshopper intermediate design and development numerous in numerous real-life examples with you.

Sign up today!

This course is for design professionals who are looking to efficiently learn concepts and features of Grasshopper at an accelerated pace in an instructor-led online environment. This course requires "Intro to Grasshopper" training or equivalent.

Seats are still available. Register here!

Rhino & V-Ray webinar, June 18

From Model to Rendering with Rhino & V-Ray
Wednesday, June 18th - Starts at 11:00AM (PDT)

In this intermediate-level webinar Maia Merav Holtzman will demonstrate how to model a full face motorcycle helmet with Rhino 5, using solid and surface modeling techniques. The webinar will also show participants how to obtain highly professional rendering results using V-Ray 2.0 to detail industrial objects with a multi-colored finish.

The webinar is free but space is limited. The presentation will last approximately one hour including the Q&A.

Sign up today!

About the presenter:
Maia Merav Holtzman runs a series of intensive Rhinoceros 3D workshops at Design Rhino, her Authorized Rhino Training Center in Los Angeles. A jewelry and industrial designer, Maia employs Rhino 3D modeling to supplement handcraft in her line of limited-edition jewelry, and works in the luxury goods, industrial, and architectural industries as a freelance modeler and renderer. Maia holds a degree in jewelry making and design from FIT, a BA from Columbia University, and an extremely underutilized JD from Tulane Law School.

Advanced Architectural Design workshop in Barcelona

Advanced Architectural Design with Rhinoceros and Grasshopper

Barcelona, Spain

28-30 July 2014 

This course is geared towards architects and spatial designers who wish to enhance their workflow with parametric and data-rich modeling capabilities.

From concept design to documentation, every stage of the design process is an opportunity to increase efficiency and creativity. This course has been designed to give architects access to simulation, analysis, and advanced modeling capabilities in order to better inform and execute design decisions throughout the design process. During the 24-hour course, we will look at the relationship between Rhino 5, Grasshopper, and associated plug-ins to create workflow tools that can be tailored to each project.

This 3-day seminar and workshop will explore strategies for applying parametric design for the purpose of generating informed architectural models. During the course, participants will learn how to connect a digital model to external data sources such as environmental data and GIS databases. The participants will also learn how to evolve designs to reach multiple objective optimizations. This combination of tools and strategies allows the participant to further their projects with informed design decisions.

Instructor: Luis E. Fraguada - Director of Research - Built By Associative Data // Faculty at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalunya. *Authorized Rhino Trainer.

Cost: Early Bird Academic: 295€ - Early Bird Professional: 395€

Details and registration... 

Food4Rhino News: A new store and more!

With more than 150 apps available and 37,000 downloads in the last month, food4Rhino is the first Rhino plugin and Grasshopper add-on site on the web. 

There have been new significant improvements during the last months, including a store:

• New store: Developers can now sell their apps (check FAQ Developer) and users buy commercial licenses (FAQ User).
• New material uploader: A new application to upload multiple materials at once. Read the FAQ Materials, Environments and Textures to learn how it works and to download it.
• New translation services to localize your app.
• New forum for third-party apps: Contact us if as a developer you want to have your own group.
• New plugin field and material tags: Use the Quick links to filter your search.
• New Terms & Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy.
• Remote updated to drag and drop materials, environments, and textures directly in Rhino.
• New ClamAV antivirus.
• More than 150 projects available and 36,000 downloads last month!

And of course, there are many new and updated add-ons for architectural design, urban planning, GIS, structural engineering, robot controlling, BIM, environmental analysis, physics, visualization, landscape, jewelry, advanced modeling, and much more!

Visit food4Rhino now!

Car Design workshop in Barcelona

Car Design with Rhinoceros

Barcelona (Spain)

July 21-24, 2014

This course is oriented to designers and concept modelers who wish to interact with their creations in a friendly and enriching manner.

This 3-day workshop will provide the students with all the understanding needed to create and easily interact with their concepts using all the potential Rhino and VSR can offer. During this course, students will learn the main concepts regarding car design and how to implement them to improve their concepts in the 3D environment. The participants will find how to generate, edit, and evaluate their models in a simplified manner. This will let them concentrate on the really important part of their creations: the design.

Instructor: Jorge Biosca
Language: English
Cost: Students 395€ + VAT / Professionals 495€ +VAT (early bird price until July 7)

Complete details and registration for students... 

Complete details and registration for professionals... 

RhinoCAM at the University of Washington

The College of Built Environments (CBE) at the University of Washington uses RhinoCAM to send Rhino models to their CNC mill and CNC routers. There are between 50 and 75 students using RhinoCAM at any given time and they are always training new students.

See how and why the CBE uses RhinoCAM...
Download RhinoCAM...

PrototipoLab workshops in Santiago de Compostela

PrototipoLab workshops

Santiago de Compostela, Spain

14-20 July 2014

PrototipoLab has organized a series of workshops on modeling, computational design, and digital fabrication this summer in Santiago de Compostela (Spain):

• Grasshopper from scratch
• Solar optimization
• Modular modeling and laser cutting
• Furniture design and digital construction
• Construction of urban capsules

Check the complete program... 

AA Visiting School Madrid

AA Visiting School Madrid

Trans-Computational Membranes 2.0

Madrid, Spain

2-12 September 2014

Trans-computational membranes will explore computational design methods through the use of digital-analogue experimentation. It will challenge the way we conceive flexibility within the context of spatial re-adaptation as a driver for social change. Time-based dynamic systems will transform the digital–analog divide through networks of instantaneous spatial deployment creating a symbiotic spatial context that examines new-era demands.

Check the videos from last year's edition: 
AA Madrid 2013 Video 1 
AA Madrid 2013 Video 2 

Details and registration: http://madrid.aaschool.ac.uk/