PARAMETRIC DECODE –
FOUNDATIONS OF GRASSHOPPER
A 3-Day Beginner Workshop on Grasshopper
Parametric Decode – Foundations is a 3-day beginner-level workshop designed for architects and design students who want to understand parametric thinking from scratch. This workshop focuses on logic building, clarity, and workflow, not complex scripts. Instead of rushing through tools, we break down how parametric systems actually work, step by step, in a slow and structured manner. This program is ideal for those who feel overwhelmed by Grasshopper or want a strong foundation before moving into advanced scripting and fabrication workflows.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Duration:
3 Days
3 Days
Date:
23–25th Jan 2026
23–25th Jan 2026
Time:
1 Hour 30 Minutes
per day
1 Hour 30 Minutes
per day
Mode:
Live Online
Live Online
Level:
Beginner / Foundation
Beginner / Foundation
WHO IS THIS FOR
- Beginner-friendly & slow-paced
- Logic-focused, not tool-heavy
- Live guidance & doubt clearing
- Structured learning path
- Perfect entry point to advanced parametric design
- No prior Grasshopper experience required.
WHY THIS WORKSHOP
- Beginner-friendly & slow-paced
- Logic-focused, not tool-heavy
- Live guidance & doubt clearing
- Structured learning path
- Perfect entry point to advanced parametric design
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Day 1
Parametric Thinking & Basics
- What parametric design really means
- Understanding parametric logic vs modeling
- Grasshopper interface & workflow
- Parameters, sliders, inputs, outputs
- Building your first parametric system
Day 2
Geometry & Control
- Working with curves and surfaces
- Lists and basic data handling
- Simple attractor logic
- Pattern generation basics
- Controlling geometry parametrically
Day 3
Script Reading & Output
- How to read and understand scripts
- Cleaning and organizing Grasshopper files
- Modifying existing definitions
- Modeling exercise
Tutor
Ar. Karthy Krishna
B.Arch, M.Advanced Architecture (Iaac, Spain)
Lead Computational Designer & Fabrication Expert
Infinite Dimensions
Architect specializing in computational and algorithmic design, digital fabrication, and advanced construction technologies. Actively engaged in researching and developing automated design-to-fabrication workflows. Recently contributed to the Navi Mumbai International Airport project, providing computational modeling and digital fabrication support in collaboration with Lindner and L&T.
Ar. Ashwin Parandhaman
B.Arch, M.Advanced Architecture (Iaac, Spain)
Principal Architect & Computational Designer
Pinnacle Architects
Innovative architect driven to push creative boundaries through cutting-edge design concepts, computational thinking, and advanced fabrication techniques. Focused on leveraging algorithmic design, parametric systems, and digital fabrication to translate complex ideas into buildable solutions, while integrating technology and material intelligence to redefine contemporary design workflows.
Ar. Pravin Subash
B.Arch, M.Parametric Design (UPC, Spain)
Computational Designer
@ CODA, Barcelona
His work focuses on algorithmic design thinking, where geometry, data, and logic come together to shape architectural outcomes. With hands-on experience in parametric modeling, digital fabrication, and design-to-production workflows, he bridges the gap between conceptual design and real-world making.
Registration & fee info
Indivial Registeration
INR 499/- Per Registeration.
For Registeration enquires
+91 6366129531.
Contact@i-d-architects.com
FAQ
Do I need prior coding or Grasshopper experience?
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No. This workshop starts from absolute basics. You’ll learn Grasshopper visually—step by step—without any programming background.
What software do I need before the workshop?
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You only need:
Rhino 7 or Rhino 8
Grasshopper (comes built-in with Rhino)
No extra plugins are required for the foundation level.
Rhino 7 or Rhino 8
Grasshopper (comes built-in with Rhino)
No extra plugins are required for the foundation level.
Who is this workshop for?
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This workshop is ideal for:
- Architecture students
- Practicing architects
- Designers curious about parametric design
👉 Especially useful if Grasshopper feels confusing or intimidating to you right now.
- Architecture students
- Practicing architects
- Designers curious about parametric design
👉 Especially useful if Grasshopper feels confusing or intimidating to you right now.
What will I be able to do after 3 days?
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By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
- Understand Grasshopper interface & logic
- Create parametric rectangles, grids & patterns
- Control designs using sliders & data trees
- Confidently use Flatten, Graft & Simplify
You’ll gain a strong foundation to move into advanced workflows later.
- Understand Grasshopper interface & logic
- Create parametric rectangles, grids & patterns
- Control designs using sliders & data trees
- Confidently use Flatten, Graft & Simplify
You’ll gain a strong foundation to move into advanced workflows later.
Will this help me in real architectural projects?
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Yes. The workshop focuses on practical architectural logic, not theory. You’ll learn how Grasshopper helps with:
- Design exploration
- Proportion control
- Panelization concepts
- Workflow thinking used in professional practice
- Design exploration
- Proportion control
- Panelization concepts
- Workflow thinking used in professional practice