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CoursesArchitectural DesignVertical Sinuosity (Maya +Enscape)
Apr 1-2, 20234 lessonsBeginner
Architectural DesignFREE with Full AccessWorkshopApr 1-2, 2023Beginner4 lessons8h 26mOrganic ArchitectureReal-Time Rendering

Vertical Sinuosity (Maya +Enscape)

Vertical Sinuosity is a course on PAACADEMY that teaches polygon mesh modeling in Autodesk Maya for designing complex, organic architectural geometries. Participants work from simple polygon primitives through a range of mesh modeling operations to develop spatial forms suited for social and leisure environments, then integrate Chaos Enscape to visualize and experience those designs in an immersive real-time environment. Grasshopper 3D is also used as part of the workflow.

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Cherylene M. Shangpliang2 courses

  • Apr. 1-2, 202314:00 - 18:00 (GMT)
  • 8 Hours 26 MinTotal duration
  • Lifetime accessRewatch anytime
  • BeginnerLevel
  • 50 seatsClass size
  • EnglishLanguage
  • EnglishSubtitles
  • 4 LessonsLessons
  • CertificateIncluded
  • Cherylene M. ShangpliangInstructor

The main objective of this workshop is to equip participants with various techniques of polygon mesh modeling utilizing Autodesk Maya for designing complex geometries and architectural forms. The processes covered in these sessions will explore various mesh modeling operations that can be applied to a simple polygon primitive to achieve desired spatial characteristics in creating social and leisure experiences.

  • 01

    Polygon Mesh Modeling Techniques: Gain hands-on experience in various techniques for creating complex geometries using Autodesk Maya.

  • 02

    Spatial Design Characteristics: Learn how to manipulate simple polygon primitives to achieve specific spatial qualities that enhance social and leisure experiences.

  • 03

    Creative Expression: Explore the freedom of using Maya to design aesthetic organic forms and push the boundaries of your creative potential.

  • 04

    Virtual Architectural Design: Understand how to design architectural projects in a virtual environment, addressing real-world constraints and conditions.

  • 05

    Integration with Enscape: Discover how to effectively use Chaos Enscape alongside Maya to visualize and experience your designs in immersive ways.

Autodesk MayaGrasshopper 3DChaos Enscape

How the 2 days are spent, session by session.

Day 1 Program

Saturday · Apr 1, 2023

Session A – Introduction to Maya as an architectural design tool.

 

  • Understanding of the basic Maya software user interface.
  • Introduction to polygon modeling and application of basic commands in Maya.

 

Session B – Introduction to polygon modeling techniques.

 

  • Implementation of polygon modeling techniques to develop a complex architectural geometry
  • (Tower typology).
  • Free modeling of the overall form of the Tower and Podium.
  • Q&A session.

 

Day 2 Program

Sunday · Apr 2, 2023

Session A – Detailed modeling of an architectural typology.

 

  • Achieving parametric patterning on tower façade and landscape as well as the building form
  • detailing and materiality using Maya.
  • Modeling simple interior details within the conceptual geometry.

 

Session B – Introduction to Enscape real-time rendering and 3d walkthroughs.

 

  • Importing the Maya model into Rhino for Enscape real-time rendering.
  • Introduction to Enscape viewport user interface and other commands.
  • Adding Assets, Materials, and Visual Settings to achieve realistic renders.
  • Introduction to keyframes and visual paths for creating 3d walkthroughs.
  • Q&A session.

 

The goal of this workshop is to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of utilizing Maya as a design tool giving them the freedom to express their creative potential in designing aesthetic organic forms. The processes covered in the workshop will enable participants to design architectural projects within the virtual realm to overcome existing conditions and constraints and create and experience exceptional environments.

4 Lessons8h 26m

  • 01
    Total sessions: 2 Sessions
  • 02
    PAACADEMY will provide a certificate of attendance.
  • 03
    No previous knowledge of any software is required. You will learn everything in the workshop.

Instructor

Cherylene M. Shangpliang

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Cherylene M. Shangpliang is an Architectural Designer currently working at Zaha Hadid Architects in London. She holds a Master of Architecture degree from the Architectural Association Design Research Lab (AADRL) in London under Patrik Schumacher’s research agenda, “Agent Based Parametric Semiology,” and a Bachelor of Architecture degree from BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore, India. Before joining Zaha Hadid Architects, she gained professional working experience at the international office MAD Architects in Beijing, China. Since her time at ZHA, Cherylene has worked on various international competition projects, developing high-end designs for building typologies, interiors, and landscape design. She has previously taught workshops utilizing Autodesk Maya as an architectural modeling tool at the Computational Design: NEXT 3.0 online conference and the Metaplay online workshops in collaboration with DEZACT London. She is passionate about communicating complex concepts in architectural design, with Autodesk Maya being her primary tool for 3d modeling. Her areas of interest lie in parametric modeling, computational design, and generative design methodologies.

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I loved it! it was amazing!!

I never thought this course could help me so much! Naomi, you explain everything in such an incredible way: So clearly, patiently, and calmly :) For personal reasons, I wasn’t able to attend the course live, but I was able to watch all the videos at my own pace and practice a lot along the way. You make everything so easy to understand, no matter your level. I’ve achieved incredible results, and I’m so happy with everything I’ve learned. Thank you so, so much!!

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Excellent Course for Architectural Competitions

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Comprehensive introduction to Maya modeling for architectural design

The course offered a clear, structured deep dive into Autodesk Maya’s essential modeling tools and workflows. I gained a solid grasp of polygon modeling, edge flow control, and core surface techniques tailored for conceptual form-finding and complex architectural geometry.

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  • 02Midjourney ArchitectureTim Fu€120.00
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  • 04Rhino For Beginners 1.0Mehmet Berk Bostancı€35.00
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  • Rhino For Beginners 1.0Mehmet Berk BostancıBeginner6 lessons2 Sessions (8 Hours)€35.00€50.00
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