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6 Lessons
This workshop teaches parametric design using Grasshopper to innovate architectural design through advanced scripting and geometry.
3 courses5.0
“Geometry, the mother of architecture.” This phrase encapsulates the profound relationship between these two fundamental disciplines that have shaped our built environment for millennia.The question that intrigues us today is: What remains to be uncovered regarding geometry and its relation to design? And how are we meant to uncover it?We’ve dominated the two-dimensional world and explored the three-dimensional realm to an extent. The next step is to unveil a fourth-dimensional paradigm in which one design can create various outcomes. This workshop is aimed at finding conceptual freedom via parametric modeling. As we progress in this technological age, so must our thinking and approach towards architecture and design. This workshop will address how parametric software can be used as a methodological tool and how we can face new challenges.
Exploration of Geometry: Delve into the profound relationship between geometry and architecture, aiming to uncover new dimensions in design through parametric modeling.
Parametric Design Introduction: Learn fundamental principles and applications of parametric design using Grasshopper, focusing on innovative thinking in architecture.
Hands-On Scripting: Gain skills to build and modify scripts from scratch, mastering the key functionalities of Grasshopper for dynamic architectural designs.
Conceptual Freedom: Discover how parametric design allows for multiple outcomes, fostering creativity and reimagining traditional architectural practices.
Comprehensive Understanding: Leave the workshop with a firm grasp of integrating parametric design into your project workflow, enhancing your overall design approach.
The course’s main objective is to introduce participants to the world of parametric design using Grasshopper. We will build/model scripts from scratch, review the software’s fundamentals, and create a workflow based on design methodologies around parametric scripting.
The goal of the two-day workshop is for participants to leave with a strong understanding of how the software works and how it can be implemented into any project's design process.
Introduce Parametric Design: Teach fundamental principles and applications of parametric design using Grasshopper software. Master Grasshopper Basics: This workshop will equip participants with the skills to build and modify scripts from scratch, reviewing the software's key functionalities. Enhance Scripting Techniques: Advance participants' scripting abilities for more complex and dynamic architectural designs. Apply Conceptual Design Freedom: Explore how parametric design can lead to multiple design outcomes and innovate traditional architectural practices.
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Based in Alicante, Spain, Bryan Garcia is a British architectural designer with a strong focus on parametric design. Over the past three years, he has developed a deep expertise in computational techniques, working extensively as a geometric specialist for architectural projects spanning diverse scales and disciplines.
Bryan’s practice bridges preliminary design phases with advanced consultancy for multidisciplinary studios, bringing an innovative approach to parametric design that combines aesthetic exploration with geometric precision. His work is marked by a commitment to pushing the boundaries of design, emphasizing singularity, scale, and suggestive form in every project. He has taught and exhibited locally and internationally, sharing his knowledge and advancing the discourse on parametric methodologies.
Bryan’s educational contributions include seminars, webinars, and workshops designed to inspire architects and designers, offering a glimpse into the creative and practical potential of computational design. With a strong presence on social media, Bryan has cultivated a following of over 70,000, using his platforms to share his work and promote learning through open access and imitation. He demonstrates the versatility of parametric design as both an architectural and graphic design tool, showcasing its potential to transform creative practice across disciplines. Bryan’s dedication to advancing computational design continues to shape his role as a designer and educator, driving innovation and exploring the intersection of technology, art, and architecture.
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