# Parametric Explorations of Suggestive Design

> This workshop focuses on the exploration of parametric design through the lens of inspiration and reinterpretation. Guided by the philosophy of "learning through imitation," the designs we’ll examine are inspired by anything and everything—transformed from suggestive forms…

## At a glance

- Format: On-demand course
- Price: €93.50 (list €110.00)
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Duration: 8 Hours
- Schedule: Mar 8-9, 2025
- Instructors: Bryan García Agudelo
- Categories: Architectural Design, 3D Modeling
- Software: Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper 3D, Weaverbird, Pufferfish, LunchBox, Kangaroo, Parakeet
- Students: 50
- Rating: 5.0 / 5
- Canonical: https://paacademy.com/course/parametric-explorations-of-suggestive-design
- Enroll: https://paacademy.com/course/parametric-explorations-of-suggestive-design

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## About this course

This workshop covers parametric design in Grasshopper 3D, focusing on techniques like graph mapping and loop design to create dynamic geometries.

## What you'll learn

- Learn to deconstruct and reconstruct geometries using Grasshopper 3D and parametric scripting techniques.

- Master key parametric design methods such as graph mapping, loop-based design, interactive point scripting, and image sampling.

- Gain experience with essential Grasshopper plug-ins, including Lunchbox, Pufferfish, Kangaroo Physics, Anemone, and Weaverbird.

- Understand the interactions between Grasshopper components, enabling the creation of complex, responsive geometries and designs.

## Methodology

This workshop will focus on exploring various parametric design techniques using Grasshopper 3D alongside multiple plug-ins that enhance the capabilities of the software. We will delve into different design types, such as graph mapping, interactive point scripts, loop-based design, and image sampling, among others.

These techniques will allow participants to experiment with complex geometries and design structures, discovering the endless possibilities within the parametric design world. A key aspect of the workshop will be developing a clear understanding of how different components within Grasshopper interact with one another.

Participants will learn how to manipulate these components and observe how their relationships can influence the final geometric outcomes of their designs. By experimenting with these dynamic interactions, you will gain a deeper insight into the power of parametric design and how to create intricate, responsive forms. The focus will be on experimentation and exploration, enabling each participant to discover unique design solutions through connectivity and manipulation of
components.

The workshop will begin by introducing the conceptual approach to "deconstructing" geometries (breaking down a geometry into simpler forms), followed by reconstructing them through a series of logical, step-by-step geometric interactions using Grasshopper 3D.

This workshop will guide participants through the method of breaking down complex geometries into manageable components and rethinking them from a parametric perspective. To support this, I will present sketches and illustrations that demonstrate how to analyze and approach design problems in a parametric way.

Ultimately, parametric scripting can be thought of as solving a multi-step puzzle, where the key to seeing the larger design emerges as each piece is carefully placed in its correct position.

This workshop will equip participants with an understanding of the individual elements and how they fit together, enabling students to approach parametric design with clarity and confidence.

The task after each day will be to generate a parametric design from scratch and/or use one of the scripts seen in one of the sessions to design a pavilion.

## Curriculum

### Session 1
- Introduction + PAACADEMY Updates (09:59)
- Introduction & Design Philosophy (15:14)
- Grasshopper Fundamentals & Twisting Geometry (38:30)
- Grasshopper Lofting & Contours (55:00)
- Resolving Geometries in Design (44:40)
- Parametric Scaling with Grasshopper (57:32)

### Session 2
- Interactive Paneling in Grasshopper (58:08)
- Weaving Geometry in Grasshopper (23:17)
- Fractal Loop Design with Anemone (27:24)
- Looping & Paneling in Grasshopper (44:22)
- Image-Based Geometry Manipulation (22:48)
- Advanced Grasshopper Workshop Insights (38:55)

## FAQ

### What software programs and plugins will I need to use in this workshop?
You will use Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper 3D, along with plugins including Lunchbox, Pufferfish, Kangaroo Physics, Anemone, Parakeet, and Weaverbird.

### What key parametric design methods and techniques will be taught?
You will learn methods such as graph mapping, loop-based design, interactive point scripting, image sampling, parametric scaling, twisting geometry, and contouring.

### What specific architectural projects or assignments will we work on during the course?
You will complete daily design tasks to create a parametric pavilion or generate a dynamic parametric form from scratch using the workshop's scripts.

### What is the primary methodology used to deconstruct and reconstruct complex forms?
You will learn to break down complex geometries into simpler elements through sketches and logic, then reconstruct them step-by-step by connecting parametric Grasshopper components.

### What practical skills and outcomes can I expect to gain by the end of the workshop?
You will gain the skills to analyze design challenges parametrically, understand component interactions, and build custom scripts to create responsive, dynamic 3D geometries.