Anas Alshaikhli  is a Master graduate in Architecture at University of Brighton , specializing in productive urban landscape. He  is a member of PART 2 RIBA with over 16 years of experience providing computational and geometric solutions for the AEC industry.  During his studies, he focuses on computational design methods and digital fabrication, particularly in the area of additive manufacturing of concrete structures. This work aims to enhance automation in construction and promote sustainable architectural practices, reflecting his commitment to innovation in the field. He countiue  pursuing his fascination in  grasshopper, Anas  gained six years of experience as an architectural and computational designer in IRAQ. During this time, he worked on various projects involving design optimization, complex 3D modeling, and computational workflows.

This workshop will comprehensively explore several modeling methods in Grasshopper. First, we will go through the data structure in Grasshopper as it is the fundamental need for our next steps. Then, we will explore using mathematical operations and equations in Grasshopper. At this stage, we will practice modeling foldable surfaces and structures as they are well-related to mathematic operations. Physics and force simulation is the next part of this workshop, in which examples of tensile and minimal surfaces will be provided. Mesh-based modeling plugins and strategies will be covered to design complex geometries and morphing surface patterns. The other part of our workshop will focus on the voxel-based model and its integration. Students will work individually on their projects.