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Return to English Workshops Fictional Structures Instructors: Hesham Shawqy / James McBennett Dates: 24 July - 26 July / 12:00 - 16:00 EST Themes: Bio Digital / Design / Parametric Software: Basic knowledge of Rhino and Grasshopper Number of Students: 30 Workshop registration open until filled Description: "Fictional Structures" is an immersive computational design workshop that delves into the creative potential of digital morphologies using Rhinoceros3d, Grasshopper3d, HoudiniFX, and Unreal Engine. Through a series of hands-on sessions, participants will learn diverse methodologies for crafting intricate virtual structures, leveraging the power of computation and parametric design. The workshop curriculum is designed to foster an environment of experimentation, allowing participants to explore the capabilities of generative and behavioural systems. Beginning with generative simulations in Houdini, participants will learn how to generate complex…

Return to English Workshops Design your own Metaverse Instructors: Preyan Mehta Dates: 24 July - 28 July / 08:30 - 10:30 EST Themes: AI and Metaverse Software: Vectary / Spatial.IO / Bezi / Sketchfab / Playground AI / Leonardo AI / ChatGPT / Hugging Chat / Canva / Luma AI / Tripo 3D / Google Collab (There are 2 variants- One for Architects and Another for Educators. Kindly select that as well as that will help me tailor content for you) Number of Students: 60 Workshop registration open until filled Description: In this course, designers and educators will learn how to take a simple sketch and convert it into a Functional Virtual Experience within Metaverse. The course expands their perspectives regarding the concept of Metaverse, tools required to create it,…

Return to English Workshops Organic Innovations: Breeding Nature and Architecture through Biodesign Instructors: Susmita Biswas Sathi / Pijush Kumar Paul / Abhijit Mojumder Dates: 24 July - 27 July / 09:00 - 11:00 (GMT+6) Themes: Bio Design, Computational Design, Data Visualization Software: Rhino, Grasshopper, Basic Programing Language (Python) Number of Students: 50 Workshop registration open until filled Description: In an era where sustainability is paramount, the seminar "Organic Innovations: Breeding Nature and Architecture through Biodesign" offers a unique opportunity to explore the fusion of natural principles with architectural design. This seminar will uncover how the integration of biological processes and living systems into our built environment can lead to innovative, eco-friendly solutions. Participants will delve into the world of biodesign, where architecture not only mimics nature but also collaborates with…

Return to English Workshops Optimal Form: Optimal Formation Instructors: Md. Rashed Hasan / Ashik Vaskor Mannan Dates: 24, 25, 27 July / 09:00 - 12:00 EST Themes: Computational Design Software: Rhino / Grasshopper(Ladybug tools, Octopus & Galapagos) Number of Students: 50 Workshop registration open until filled Description: We continue our journey into the cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence, computational design, and architectural optimization. This year, we focus on optimizing architectural designs through advanced tools and techniques. In This workshop will dive into the world of optimization in architectural design using Rhino Grasshopper's "Octopus" & “Galapagos” plugin. Participants will learn to control the power of multi-objective optimization and environmental analysis with Ladybug tools. By manipulating multiple variables, we'll explore how to achieve optimal designs that are both efficient and sustainable. Objectives…

Return to English Workshops Introduce Interactive Architecture Instructors: Yahya Amirinejad Dates: 24 July, 26 July and 28 July / 12:30 - 15:30 EST Themes: Interactive Design and Computational Design Software: Editor Arduino / Firefly plugin in Grasshopper for Rhino Number of Students: 60 Workshop registration open until filled Description: The proposed workshop, "Introducing Interactive Architecture," will provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to the field of interactive architecture. Over three sessions, participants will explore the theoretical and practical aspects of integrating technology and responsiveness into built environments. Detailed Schedule : Day 1: 07/24 | 12:30 - 15:30 EST | Foundations of Interactive Architecture Introduction to interactive and kinetic architecture concepts; Exploration of various kinetic mechanisms; Introduction to the Arduino platform for interactive design; Familiarization with Arduino coding syntax, functions, and…

Return to English Workshops Building Game: How Immersive Gaming can Shape Ever-Evolving Architecture Instructors: Mohamed Khaled Ashmawy Dates: 25 July - 27 July / 11:00 - 16:00 CET Themes: AR/VR Games / Computational Design Software: Unity, Rhino3D, Grasshopper, Meta XR SDK Number of Students: 30 Workshop registration open until filled Description: This workshop explores the integration of augmented reality (AR) within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry using a gamified approach. Central to this workshop is the "Building Game," a voxel-based system for architectural modular systems, developed during my master's thesis semester. This software enables a multi-user collaborative design environment in a grid-based system, serving as the foundation for teaching participants to create AR-powered applications on the Oculus Quest, offering new solutions for AEC design challenges.  Participants will start…

Return to English Workshops Nature Abstractions: A digital approach to the natural world using grasshopper Instructors: Daniel Panameño Corvera Dates: 24 July - 28 July / 14:00 - 17:00 EST Themes: Computational Design, Bio Design, Theory Software: Rhino 7, Grasshopper (plugins: Pufferfish), GHPython Number of Students: 50 Workshop registration open until filled Description: We can learn a lot from nature. My name is Daniel Panameño, and for the last few years, I have specialized in computational design applied to bamboo architecture. During this time, I have understood the potential of bio-design applied to architecture, design, art, and more. For some time, I have been working on a personal project called Coding Nature aka Nature Abstractions, where by observing patterns, shapes, and functions found in nature’s geometries, I aim to generate…

Return to English Workshops Resonant Realms: Unveiling Interconnected Parameters in Digital Space Instructors: Ipek Kuran Dates: 24 July - 28 July / 14:00 - 17:00 EST Themes: Interactive Design / Computational Design / Artificial Intelligence Software: Rhino & Grasshopper 3D / Fologram App / Firefly Plug in / Unreal Engine & Runway Number of Students: 50 Workshop registration open until filled Description: "Resonant Realms: Unveiling Interconnected Parameters in Digital Space" is an immersive five-day workshop designed to push the boundaries of traditional architectural practice through the dynamic intersection of architecture, technology, and post humanist theory. Participants will delve into the fusion of digital and physical realms, leveraging advanced computational tools and augmented reality technology to create innovative, interactive, and immersive architectural designs. This workshop invites participants to explore new dimensions…

Return to English Workshops Decoding the Black Box: Optimization and Data Management in Architectural Design Process Instructors: Ghazal Javidannia / Mahdiyar Esmail BeIgi / Giraffe team Dates: 24 July - 26 July / 04:00 - 07:00 (GMT -3:30) Themes: Interactive Design / Computational Design / Data Visualization,  Software: Rhinoceros3D V8 for windows / Lunchbox / Wallacei / Biomorpher / Giraffe (the installation file will delivered to the participants in the workshop) Number of Students: 50 Workshop registration open until filled Description: This workshop aims to provide a deep dive into the world of architectural optimization, using advanced Grasshopper techniques to bridge the gap between performance-based design and architectural form aesthetics. This workshop is not just about numerical optimization; it is about generative design exploration, where the optimization helps designers to…

Return to English Workshops Computer vision and Text analysis for Parametric design Instructors: Jose Luis Reategui, Lucia Guzman, Pilar Flores Dates: 24 July - 28 July / 06:30 am - 08:30 am (GMT - 5) Themes: Artificial Intelligence / Computational Design / Performative Design Software: Rhinoceros / Grasshopper Number of Students: 50 Workshop registration open until filled Description: Today, the use of artificial intelligence in design has significantly evolved, incorporating generative systems and advanced 3D point transformation techniques. In this workshop, we will focus on building a solid knowledge base that enables the operation of AI engines tailored to specific design needs. We will transform the outcomes of using computer vision and text analysis engines into parameters that integrate with parametric developments, exploring ways to complement the designs generated by…