# \#parametric **URL:** https://discourse.mcneel.com/tag/parametric/1082.md [Latest](https://discourse.mcneel.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.mcneel.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.mcneel.com/tags.md) --- ## [Grasshopper help, architecture project thesis](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/grasshopper-help-architecture-project-thesis/102623)
**Author:** [@clarrainl](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/clarrainl)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 5:48pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/grasshopper-help-architecture-project-thesis/102623 "2026-10-20T17:48:40Z")
Hello everyone! how are they? I need help, I have been trying for a long time but I do not know how it is done, I have these geometries which later I want to order vertically, skyscraper style, and that its facade will v… --- ## [CHAIN links along a curve](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/chain-links-along-a-curve/223721)
**Author:** [@Dušan\_Amrich](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Du%C5%A1an_Amrich)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 9:12am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/chain-links-along-a-curve/223721 "2026-10-20T09:12:59Z")
Chain\_on\_Curve.3dm (37.6 KB) Chain\_on\_curve.gh (14.6 KB) Hi everyone, I am working on a Grasshopper definition where I need to create a dynamic chain along a curve. The chain needs to adapt if the curve changes. What… --- ## [Spiral Staircase Sawtooth Stringer Help](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/spiral-staircase-sawtooth-stringer-help/222865)
**Author:** [@April\_Wynbergen1](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/April_Wynbergen1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 3:24pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/spiral-staircase-sawtooth-stringer-help/222865 "2026-09-29T15:24:21Z")
I’m trying to create a spiral stair that is completely parametric, I need to add in sawtooth stringers but I’m having trouble getting the ‘zig zag’ edge to curve to the same radius of the stair. I’m very new to grasshopp… --- ## [Need help with this kind of curve attractor behaviour](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/need-help-with-this-kind-of-curve-attractor-behaviour/222509)
**Author:** [@Deepak\_Solanki1](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Deepak_Solanki1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 2:29pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/need-help-with-this-kind-of-curve-attractor-behaviour/222509 "2026-09-08T14:29:02Z")
--- ## [Attractor-controlled paneling grid on a curved surface](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/attractor-controlled-paneling-grid-on-a-curved-surface/219107)
**Author:** [@Marie10](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Marie10)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 9:37am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/attractor-controlled-paneling-grid-on-a-curved-surface/219107 "2026-05-19T09:37:39Z")
Hi everyone, I am trying to recreate the pattern shown in the attached image using Grasshopper, but I’m a bit stuck on how to properly map and scale it onto my existing, custom surface. What I want to achieve: Subdi… --- ## [Parametric Pavilion for the Interior Design Show](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-pavilion-for-the-interior-design-show/217327)
**Author:** [@Shellby](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Shellby)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 3:24pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-pavilion-for-the-interior-design-show/217327 "2026-04-07T15:24:02Z")
--- ## [Creating an Opening in a Geodesic Dome](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/creating-an-opening-in-a-geodesic-dome/217560)
**Author:** [@Callum\_Khan](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Callum_Khan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 9:46pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/creating-an-opening-in-a-geodesic-dome/217560 "2026-03-31T21:46:55Z")
Hi, I’m a third-year student doing my final studio project and for some reason I thought doing geodisic domes (again) wouldn’t ruin my sanity. I created a geodisic dome through a youtube tutorial and its worked well, I w… --- ## [Make a Wave Along a Curve](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/make-a-wave-along-a-curve/217356)
**Author:** [@Hussain1](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Hussain1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 9:53pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/make-a-wave-along-a-curve/217356 "2026-03-26T21:53:11Z")
Hello, I have a funky 2D curve, shown below in an image I want to create a wave pattern along the edge of the curve, something like this: I have made an attempt on grasshopper to make something like this but its… --- ## [Help making a snake like model script being parametric with floor plates](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/help-making-a-snake-like-model-script-being-parametric-with-floor-plates/216394)
**Author:** [@Foop39](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Foop39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 10:26pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/help-making-a-snake-like-model-script-being-parametric-with-floor-plates/216394 "2026-03-09T22:26:59Z")
Below is the photo of the model. I need to represent and create the form of the blob in a parametric script using panels and any NURBS commands to create the design intent. How would I be able to create a parametric scri… --- ## [Create 3D model from equation](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/create-3d-model-from-equation/99193)
**Author:** [@lois](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/lois)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 3:49pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/create-3d-model-from-equation/99193 "2026-02-24T15:49:38Z")
Hello my friends, I am a beginner with Rhino and Grasshopper. Some years ago I went to an exhibition (can’t remember what was about, nor who the author was), this exhibition had on display, various models that were gene… --- ## [I need help with this in grasshopper wavy surface to 3D print it](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/i-need-help-with-this-in-grasshopper-wavy-surface-to-3d-print-it/214670)
**Author:** [@Judy1](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Judy1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2026, 7:19pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/i-need-help-with-this-in-grasshopper-wavy-surface-to-3d-print-it/214670 "2026-01-18T19:19:22Z")
Hi i have been struggling to making this … i started with these steps and kept getting stuck after. any help or advice? --- ## [Truchet Tiles - Beginners Guide (Rhino + Grasshopper + Blender)](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/truchet-tiles-beginners-guide-rhino-grasshopper-blender/212737)
**Author:** [@David\_Ausman](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/David_Ausman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2025, 12:02pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/truchet-tiles-beginners-guide-rhino-grasshopper-blender/212737 "2025-11-29T12:02:37Z")
After not being able to find a solid guide on creating a Truchet tile in Grasshopper, i decided to create my own. What are Truchet Tiles? “Truchet tiles are square tiles decorated with patterns that are not rotationall… --- ## [Triangular Parametric Facade PLS HELPP](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/triangular-parametric-facade-pls-helpp/212373)
**Author:** [@august-0](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/august-0)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2025, 10:19am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/triangular-parametric-facade-pls-helpp/212373 "2025-11-14T10:19:37Z")
Hi everyone, I’m trying to create this kind of perforated triangular parametric facade system for some curved surfaces, with a frame thickness of around 200–300 mm. I managed to generate this pattern on a simple cir… --- ## [Deployable Structure](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/deployable-structure/211313)
**Author:** [@Goraca\_Victoria](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Goraca_Victoria)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2025, 5:01pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/deployable-structure/211313 "2025-10-22T17:01:25Z")
Hi all, hope you’re well. I am trying to model a deployable structure via grasshopper, something similar to this: So far we’ve modelled the scissor joints and have them moving properly, but now I am unsure how to app… --- ## [Parametric Facade](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-facade/211190)
**Author:** [@ihsan\_ullah](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/ihsan_ullah)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 1:31pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-facade/211190 "2025-10-20T13:31:28Z")
Hey everyone :waving\_hand: I’m trying to create a parametric façade like the one in the image below. It has these double triangular openings, and I want to make them fully controllable in Grasshopper. Here’… --- ## [Parametric Variable Radii Fillet Edge Loft - Grasshopper](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-variable-radii-fillet-edge-loft-grasshopper/185477)
**Author:** [@baileydw](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/baileydw)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2025, 12:26pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-variable-radii-fillet-edge-loft-grasshopper/185477 "2025-10-01T12:26:59Z")
Inspired by recent conversations, I decided to take a pass at parametric Fillet Edges using lofts. While this script is not a “one-size fits all” solution to edge fillets, it can be adjusted given the particular use cas… --- ## [How to create a parametric triangular pattern in grasshopper?](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/how-to-create-a-parametric-triangular-pattern-in-grasshopper/190219)
**Author:** [@Amey\_Desai](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Amey_Desai)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2025, 12:25am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/how-to-create-a-parametric-triangular-pattern-in-grasshopper/190219 "2025-09-29T00:25:32Z")
I am making a facade with a triangular patterned 3d wall . I want 3 modules of triangular panels. I have successfully covered the plane of facade with 1 single module and I want to divide the pattern & introduce other ty… --- ## [Kinetic Foldable Panel System](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/kinetic-foldable-panel-system/131756)
**Author:** [@tomjerry1087](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/tomjerry1087)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2025, 2:56am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/kinetic-foldable-panel-system/131756 "2025-09-23T02:56:07Z")
I’d like to share my method of making this non-stretching foldable facade using GH ! (No plugin needed, but a bit C# coding is needed) Notice: This is just a prototype, and may need some debugging afterwards. Here w… --- ## [Pringle: Smoothing out the Corners of hyperbolic paraboloid](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/pringle-smoothing-out-the-corners-of-hyperbolic-paraboloid/209008)
**Author:** [@Downtown\_SF\_Partners](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Downtown_SF_Partners)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 6:46pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/pringle-smoothing-out-the-corners-of-hyperbolic-paraboloid/209008 "2025-08-29T18:46:27Z")
Hi all! I have this parametric hyperbolic paraboloid: Pringle.gh (14.3 KB) I am trying to smooth out the corners, to make it look more like a saddle or pringle. I have tried srf split with a ellipse but i would like … --- ## [How do I make a funnel roof structure using grasshopper](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/how-do-i-make-a-funnel-roof-structure-using-grasshopper/96616)
**Author:** [@cstylianou2](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/cstylianou2)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2025, 4:57pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/how-do-i-make-a-funnel-roof-structure-using-grasshopper/96616 "2025-08-27T16:57:14Z")
hi I’m new to grasshopper and have recently done a course on the basics however I’m struggling to produce this type of structure I’m aware I can create the funnel shape in rhino however I want to produce the most eff… --- ## [Parametric Bench For Laser Cutting](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-bench-for-laser-cutting/207105)
**Author:** [@Cagla\_Ozerdik](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Cagla_Ozerdik)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2025, 2:14pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-bench-for-laser-cutting/207105 "2025-07-20T14:14:54Z")
Hi all! I need to laser print this script but I cannot get the laser cutting script my lecturer gave me to work. Can anyone help with creating a script that would get my model flat and able to laser print? --- ## [Need help creating Aqua Tower balconies with Graph Mapper](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/need-help-creating-aqua-tower-balconies-with-graph-mapper/205256)
**Author:** [@Alexandra\_Maria\_Sand](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Alexandra_Maria_Sand)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 9:02pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/need-help-creating-aqua-tower-balconies-with-graph-mapper/205256 "2025-05-30T21:02:43Z")
Hi everyone, I’m doing a Grasshopper exercise for a course and I need some help. My professor asked us to recreate the Aqua Tower in Chicago, starting from a base shape that he gave us. I was able to divide the building… --- ## [Detailed parametric windows - Is it possible? Has it already been done?](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/detailed-parametric-windows-is-it-possible-has-it-already-been-done/188619)
**Author:** [@PeterB](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/PeterB)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2025, 1:17pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/detailed-parametric-windows-is-it-possible-has-it-already-been-done/188619 "2025-05-20T13:17:49Z")
Is it possible to create a grasshopper (or other, like visualarq perhaps) window of wood frame constructions wherein you specific every detail including the window style, depth/height/width, muntins, casing, trim/crown… --- ## [How can I parameterize geometry in Grasshopper?](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/how-can-i-parameterize-geometry-in-grasshopper/204543)
**Author:** [@Julia24](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Julia24)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2025, 7:22pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/how-can-i-parameterize-geometry-in-grasshopper/204543 "2025-05-16T19:22:31Z")
I drew a couple of beam sections in Rhino. In Grasshopper, using the Curve component I read in the geometry of those sections (and applied Internalize Data so they could be used without linking back to the original file)… --- ## [Is there a way to work with associative dimensions in Rhino 3D?](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-work-with-associative-dimensions-in-rhino-3d/202877)
**Author:** [@Gustavo\_Soares\_Silva](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Gustavo_Soares_Silva)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2025, 4:20pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-work-with-associative-dimensions-in-rhino-3d/202877 "2025-04-16T16:20:23Z")
I’m looking for a way to make dimensions automatically update when I move or modify geometry — for example, if I extrude or move an object, the dimension should follow or adjust accordingly. Is this possible in Rhino nat… --- ## [To create perforated pattern with line attractor on parametric facade](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/to-create-perforated-pattern-with-line-attractor-on-parametric-facade/193870)
**Author:** [@Pranav\_Prasad](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Pranav_Prasad)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2025, 5:34am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/to-create-perforated-pattern-with-line-attractor-on-parametric-facade/193870 "2025-02-28T05:34:38Z")
Hi, I have created a parametric façade for a building. I want to create a perforated panel design on the façade. But I am not able to find out a way to project it on the surface I want it to. I also want the perforation… --- ## [Grasshopper Parametric Objects to GDL](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/grasshopper-parametric-objects-to-gdl/199060)
**Author:** [@Gustavo\_Soares\_Silva](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Gustavo_Soares_Silva)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 7:25pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/grasshopper-parametric-objects-to-gdl/199060 "2025-02-05T19:25:59Z")
Hello, I’m starting to work with Rhino and Archicad, but without the Live Connection. I would like to create a library of parametric objects for Archicad, but I don’t know Archicad’s GDL programming. Is it possible to c… --- ## [Parametric random pattern facade](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-random-pattern-facade/193913)
**Author:** [@Kim\_1](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/Kim_1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 2:46am UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-random-pattern-facade/193913 "2024-10-29T02:46:19Z")
Hi guys, I would like to ask for opinions or solutions to the facade I’m trying to make. I’m new to GH and have been trying to do this facade for a while now (and I’m stuck). As you can see in the picture, some random bu… --- ## [Assign facade elements to points random](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/assign-facade-elements-to-points-random/193439)
**Author:** [@martinwalbo](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/martinwalbo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 7:57pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/assign-facade-elements-to-points-random/193439 "2024-10-21T19:57:41Z")
Hello, Im trying to do something i think is quite simple but cant hack it! Im trying to assign these facade elements ive made onto a surface with a given distance. I have made a grid of points with the given distan… --- ## [Parametric Objects for Rhino (new plugin)](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-objects-for-rhino-new-plugin/146864)
**Author:** [@svenk](https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/svenk)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 1:48pm UTC](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/parametric-objects-for-rhino-new-plugin/146864 "2024-10-18T13:48:34Z")
Dear Rhino & Grasshopper users, Intro: As I am also using software like Cinema 4D, Houdini and other DCCs with node graphs and dynamic objects, I immediately missed such a feature in Rhino. There is Grasshopper, which… [Next page](https://discourse.mcneel.com/tag/parametric/1082.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=parametric)