Algorithmic and Parametric Design

I started my exploration into this assignment by looking into vectors and the gravity functions within grasshopper to create a wind map pattern for the 'sail' for my desk light - i am interested in 3D printing on the surface of my fabric to create a subtle pattern that will come to life when the light is on and the room is dark. The inspirations for this design are the sails of Junk ships and the wind that they rely on. example of a Chinese Junk Ship example of wind patterns I have been working from  this  very helpful tutorial to help me out with these new functions. Unfortunately my sad PC at home cannot process or render this very well so i will have to use the computers at the school to render out what i want from this - i want to tailor this patch more to my idea and make it more of my own. (This is the best my PC can do at the moment)  (hello darkness my old friend) Soon i will also be patching the light body and picking up the parts i n...

I have set my sights on designing myself a shiny new light/chandelier for my home work space. In my research i found these kinds of designs to be particularly interesting. I am particularly drawn to the first image where the length of the string suspending the cylinders is what was generated via parametric design. I am also interested in the whole idea of projecting shapes on the walls using cutouts. Here are my drawings based on these ideas: The three i'm thinking about going through with is the top left hanging one, the candle holder and the swivel lamp