Parametric design & CNC Milling Techniques Workshop_Offline
Exploring Logarithmic Geometry Through CNC Milling Techniques
intermediate
This hands-on workshop teaches you how to design in 3D using Rhino and create parametric models with Grasshopper.You’ll learn how to turn digital models into real objects using digital fabrication tools like laser cutters, CNC machines, and 3D printers.The ultimate goal is to create, design, and prototype a compelling object, sculpture, or functional piece, and bring it to life through advanced fabrication techniques.The course ends with a team project, where you’ll design and build a large-scale physical prototype.
// Who Is This Workshop For?
This workshop is ideal for students and professionals in
- Architecture
- Design (Product, Industrial, Graphic, etc.)
- Art & Sculpture.
- Interior Architecture.
- Engineering.Or any field related to creative design and digital fabrication.
Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or explore new design tools, this course offers a practical, project-based experience in computational design and prototyping.
Prototype developed in co- making
Learning objective//
//Learning objective
- Introduction to Rhino, grasshopper & Rhino cam.
- Introduction to the basics of cnc milling.
- 3d modeling to digital fabrication.
- Generating the G-code and simulation.
- Drive your complex design with technical knowledge.
Prototype developed in co- making
- Introduction to Rhino, grasshopper & Rhino cam.
- Introduction to the basics of cnc milling.
- 3d modeling to digital fabrication.
- Generating the G-code and simulation.
- Drive your complex design with technical knowledge.
// Exercise
Workshop aims to achieve the following
- Form finding process using grasshopper and rhino tools.
- Optimisation for the milling process.
- Physical model prototyping with cnc milling machine.
- Machine will be handled by students with the guidance of a tutor.
Note: We will provide you with the grasshopper script and supporting rhino model for beginners where they can iterate their design parameters. And materials will be provided from the organisers.
Prototype developed in co- making
// Workshop schedule and activities
Day-1
- Lecture – Impact of algorithmic thinking and digital fabrication.
- Introduction to CNC milling and software interface (Rhino and Grasshopper).
- Group of four students will be split and working on the task.
Day-2
- Developing the model for CNC milling and strategies will be guided by the tutor and production of the pieces using CNC milling machine.
- Developing the model for CNC milling and strategies will be guided by the tutor and production of the pieces using CNC milling machine.
Day-3
- Making process with CNC machine.
- The final presentation of the works.
Day-1
Lecture- Impact of algorithmic thinking and digital fabricationIntroduction to cnc milling and software interface(Rhino and grasshopper)
Day-2
Developing the model for cnc milling and strategies will be guided by the tutor and production of the pieces using cnc milling machineDay-3
Making process with cnc machineNote: Regarding the task and material for cnc milling will be explained during the class.
// Requirements
- Rhinoceros 8.0. The 90-day trial version can be downloaded from the website.
- Rhino cam The 90-day trial version can be downloaded from the website.
- Adobe Suite (Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop). The 7-day trial version of AdobeProducts can be downloaded from the website.
// Tutor
Ar. Karthy Krishna
An architect and computational designer, with a background in experimental and advanced architecture. He earned his undergraduate degree from the Creative School of Architecture in Coimbatore, India, and completed his Master’s in Advanced Architecture at IAAC (Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia), Spain.
He is the founder of Infinite Dimensions Advanced Architecture Studio and Co-Making, where he explores the intersection of design, technology, and fabrication. His work focuses on translating complex geometries into buildable systems, bridging the gap between digital design and real-world construction.
He has contributed to high-profile projects, including the development of advanced fabrication strategies for the Navi Mumbai International Airport in collaboration with Lindner Group. His expertise also extends into digital fabrication education, having tutored at IAAC in Barcelona.
In addition, he has developed customized online design configurators for various manufacturing industries, significantly streamlining their production and design workflows.
// Registration fee
This is purely a fabrication workshop. It is mandatory to attend offline and we provide the fabrication materials in the workshop and max strength is 12 members.
Fees:5200/- Inclusive of tax (including fabrication materials).