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Pinko Takes Off: Parametric Retail Design at Rome Fiumicino Airport

April 24, 2025

At Rome Fiumicino Airport, Pinko’s new flagship store merges fashion and technology through a parametric design inspired by the brand’s signature patterns. Brought to life with robotic 3D printing using Rhino and Grasshopper, the space sets a new standard for sustainable, regulation-compliant retail architecture.

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Cnidaria Pavilion: A Novel Approach to Load-Bearing Architectural Skins

March 17, 2025

The Cnidaria Pavilion, developed at the Université de Montréal’s School of Architecture, showcases an innovative approach to large-span, doubly curved structures using lightweight aluminum sheets. Combining computational design with manual folding and snap-fit assembly, the pavilion demonstrates a new structural system that balances efficiency, aesthetics, and rapid fabrication.

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Behind the River Plate Facade: A Digital Approach

February 21, 2025

Dive into the innovative design and digital fabrication process behind the parametric facade of the River Plate Football Club parking structure. This story highlights the use of Rhino, Grasshopper, and various plugins to tackle complex challenges and achieve an efficient and visually dynamic result.

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Mangrove: A Record-Breaking Glass Sculpture by Nikolas Weinstein

January 30, 2025

Suspended in the grand atrium of Solaire Resort North, Nikolas Weinstein’s record-breaking glass sculpture Mangrove redefines architectural art. Drawing inspiration from the intricate roots of native mangrove trees, the monumental 27-meter-tall installation combines 11 kilometers of borosilicate glass tubing with advanced digital tools like Grasshopper.

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“Brilla la Tradición”: The 2024 Christmas Lighting Design in Envigado, Colombia

January 14, 2025

This year’s Christmas lighting project in Envigado, Colombia, titled Brilla la Tradición, transformed the city with over 4,500 hand-crafted figures, combining traditional holiday symbols with cutting-edge design and production techniques.

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Exploring the TYR Car: SCAD’s Off-Road Electric Vehicle Innovation

January 10, 2025

The TYR car, designed by SCAD students, is an off-road electric vehicle that combines sustainability, cutting-edge tools like Rhino, and innovative manufacturing techniques to meet the eco-conscious and adventurous lifestyle of Gen Z.

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Thrill Island: Designing Adventure on the Icon of the Seas

January 3, 2025

Thrill Island aboard Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas combines storm-ravaged tropical aesthetics with cutting-edge computational design, utilizing Rhino and Grasshopper to craft immersive attractions like waterparks and adventure courses, while overcoming production challenges for a first-of-its-kind cruise ship experience.

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Pedorthic Information Modeling: Revolutionizing Orthopedic Footwear with 3D Printing and Computational Design

December 20, 2024

Developed by footwear engineer Daniel Petcu, Pedorthic Information Modeling (PIM) revolutionizes the design of orthopedic footwear by combining parametric design principles with 3D printing. This innovative approach allows for fully customizable, functional, and stylish medical footwear, overcoming the limitations of traditional hand-made methods.

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The Katajanokan Laituri Façade: Computational Design Meets Nordic Timber

December 16, 2024

The Katajanokan Laituri in Helsinki showcases a groundbreaking fusion of timber construction and computational design, with Geometria Architecture crafting a complex, curved façade that ensures both structural integrity and aesthetic continuity while optimizing the fabrication process.

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The Yamma Pedestrian Bridge: Enhancing Urban Infrastructure Through Rhino.Inside.Revit

December 3, 2024

Spearheaded by Robert Bird Group, the Yamma Pedestrian Bridge in Brisbane exemplifies cutting-edge engineering and urban connectivity driven by parametric design. This project sets a new standard for efficiency and collaboration in urban infrastructure, revolutionizing bridge design with dynamic, adaptable models and seamless data exchange through Rhino.Inside.Revit.

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