Computing Curved-Folded Tessellations

The research presented in this paper explores curved-crease tessellations to manufacture freeform geometries for architectural and industrial design.

Timber Pavilion

in this grasshopper example file, you can Design a Parametric Timber Pavilion and generate different alternatives. This Algorithm is inspired by Studiolada and Yoann Saehr Architect’s ( The “forest shelter at Bertrichamp” Project).

Kangaroo Space Frame

In this grasshopper example file you can create a parametric space frame structure by using the kangaroo2 plugin.

Second Digital Turn

This research aims to Identify what effects the implementation of digital technology has on society and our different perception of space.

Parametric Plate Connection

in this grasshopper example file, you can Create a Parametric Plate Connection and change the Dimensions of the screws, Plates and Timber Elements.

Parametric Rotating Shell

In this grasshopper example file You can model a Parametric Rotating Shell structure.

Multi-Functional Biomimetic Facades

The study demonstrates the performance potential of design generation from mechanisms in nature in the development of multi-functional adaptable facades.

Kangaroo Radial Tensile

In this grasshopper example file You can model a Radial Tensile structure using the Kangaroo2 and Lunchbox plugin.

Kangaroo GridShell

in this grasshopper example file, you can Create a parametric gridshell structure using the Kangaroo2 plugin.

Smart Material

The purpose of this research is exploring how smart materials can be used to mimic nature in architecture, showing its impact on contemporary and future architecture.

Lunchbox Hexagonal Wall

In this grasshopper example file you can use a point attractor and the Lunchbox plugin to model a parametric hexagonal wall.

Parametric Shelf Waffle

in this grasshopper example file, you can Create an Initial Mesh with GraphMapper and then use the Bowerbird plug-in to design a Waffle or Radial Structure for your Parametric Shelf.

Kangaroo Mesh Deform

In this grasshopper example file you can use the Kangaroo2 plugin to deform a mesh by applying a load to the vertices and keeping them inside a rectangle.

Space Frame Lunchbox

In this grasshopper example file You can model a radial parametric space frame structure by using the lunchbox plugin.

Kinetic Origami Surfaces

This article describes the current state of an ongoing research that proposes the use of kinetic Rigid Origami foldable surfaces to be used as roofs for spaces with big spans and the practical contribution that the Design Studio Surfaces INPLAY has brought to it.

Kangaroo Elastic Tower

In this Grasshopper example file you can use the Kangaroo2 plugin to create an elastic shape-shifting tower.

Space Frame Nodes

in this grasshopper example file, you can Calculate the Node sizes of a Space frame structure and as a result optimize the rod’s Length.

From Typology to Topology

This paper presents the proliferation of radically new forms which expansion of structural possibilities – mirroring the endless forms of nature – is congenial with the requirements of contemporary architectural design where a much higher degree of versatility is required to meet the challenges of a much more complex society.

Catenary Kangaroo Structure

In this grasshopper example file you can design a parametric Catenary structure by relaxing a mesh using the Kangaroo2 plugin.

Lunchbox Wavy Form

In this grasshopper example file You can model a wave-like form and use the Lunchbox & Weaverbird plugin to generate the final patterns.

Form Follows Environment

This paper presents a biomimetic approach to facilitate the generation of design concepts, and enhance the development of building envelopes that are better suited to their environments.

Lunchbox Diamonds

In this Grasshopper example file you can model a parametric arc structure and then use the lunchbox plugin to generate a diamond-like pattern on it .

Digital in Architecture

This paper focus on the discipline’s acquisition of new, sui generis design capacities in distinction to the mere automation of prior ways of design.

Parametric Diamond Facade

In this grasshopper example file you can model a parametric tower by generating UV points on the facade and then connecting them based on a diamond Pattern.

Efficient Shell Structures

This paper aim to extend the rich legacy of form-finding to adequately represent the complexities of scale, digital design systems and delivery mechanisms of contemporary architectural practice.

Parakeet Brick Wall

in this grasshopper example file, you can create a parametric brick wall using the Parakeet Brick Patterns. Then you can use the LunchBox plugin to define the attractors.

Deployable Tensegrity Structures

The research presented in this paper is focused on developing preliminary construction strategies for architectural-scale deployable tensegrity structures that use low-pressure air-struts.