Workshop 2012, From Organic design to Construction

Workshop 2012, From Organic design to Construction

Dates: July 2 -11, 2012

Abstract: This workshop will explore the creative potential of emerging and dynamic phenomena through the use of a series of algorithmic strategies using the platform of Rhinoceros and Grasshopper (plug-in), by participating in algorithmic design techniques that point to a new formal understanding.

The computational tools require not only ways of doing but ways of thinking, we think with our tools. The idea is to introduce new methods of design and production using digital tools and new emerging manufacturing techniques (CAM) that will revolutionize how we approach the design process to production.

Methodologies and Strategies:

The theoretical classes will establish the tools that would be directly applied to the project, and will be used both as a platform for testing ideas, and facilitate production of finished projects. Participants will gain experience by using simulation software in 2D and 3D to generate geometries that later will build with a 3-axis CNC machine.