Thomas Tait, Author at Hopific

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Rhino 3D: The Key to Unlocking Advanced Architectural Design

In a world where architectural software often limits creativity with pre-defined commands and standardized elements *cough* Revit *cough*, Rhino 3D stands out as a beacon

July 27, 2023

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How to Be a Successful Architecture Student: A Practical Guide

Studying architecture is unlike many other fields of study. It combines creativity, technology, passion and personality. Unlike other fields where While in other fields grading

July 25, 2023

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Construction Planes in Grasshopper – The Complete Guide

Welcome to the comprehensive guide on Construction Planes in Grasshopper! If you’ve been searching for a clear, in-depth exploration of this essential aspect of 3D

July 20, 2023

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Offset Curve to Both Sides in Grasshopper – A Step-by-Step Guide

Offsetting curves is a fundamental command in any design software. While Grasshopper has an offset curve component, it doesn’t come with one to offset to

July 16, 2023

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Open Brep to Closed Brep in Grasshopper: Essential Techniques

We’ve all been there: we want to run a boolean difference with two geometries in Grasshopper, but the command fails. In many cases, that’s because

July 14, 2023

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Grasshopper Custom Preview – A Step-by-Step Guide

Design is not just about shape, it’s also about colors. The whole point of Grasshopper’s visual programming approach is to see the live, 3D preview

July 8, 2023

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How to Calculate Stairs in Architecture: Guide + Interactive Calculator

When it comes to architectural design, stairs are often a centerpiece. But beyond aesthetics, understanding how to calculate stairs in architecture is crucial for functionality

July 6, 2023

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Mesh to Polysurface in Grasshopper – A Step-by-Step Tutorial

In Grasshopper, converting a mesh to a polysurface can seem daunting at first. But with the right approach, it’s an operation that can unlock a

July 3, 2023

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Mesh to Surface in Grasshopper: A Comprehensive Guide

Rhino is an unrivaled powerhouse in the realm of 3D modeling, breathing life into our design ideas. Its versatile modeling modes – surfaces, meshes, and

July 2, 2023