An Introduction to Using Grasshopper for Architecture
Pluralsight
Course Summary
Parametric and generative design is increasingly becoming a valuable tool for Architects. Get an introductory look at the fundamentals of parametric and generative design using Grasshopper for Rhino. Software required: Rhino with the Grasshopper Plugin
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Course Description
Architects often require a freedom of expression that can be limited by design software. Further, the process of testing ideas can be tedious and time consuming. Parametric and generative design, using Grasshopper, gives the designer the opportunity to resolve these problems through visual programming. In this course, An Introduction to Using Grasshopper for Architecture, you'll take a look at some of the capabilities of Grasshopper and get started on the workflow of the software. First, you'll get to know the interface of Grasshopper. Next, you'll discover how to build your first parametric object. Finally, you'll explore how to create a generative facade and optimize forms using evolutionary problem solving. By the end of this course, you'll learn how to apply Grasshopper to your own workflow. Software required: Rhino with the Grasshopper Plugin
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Course Syllabus
Course Overview- 1m 18s
—Course Overview 1m 18sGetting to Know the Interface by Building a Footing- 15m 2s
—Getting to Know the Interface 4m 17s
—Lets Build Our First Parametric Object! 3m 25s
—Moving from 2D to 3D 2m 21s
—Fine Tuning Our First Grasshopper Definition 4m 57sManipulating Curves and Surfaces to Create Columns- 17m 42sUsing Surfaces to Create a Parametric Facade- 23m 5sUsing Plugins for Optimization of Form- 19m 40s
