AI for Rhino and Grasshopper

Rhino and Grasshopper are the go-to tools for complex geometry and parametric design — facades, shells, non-standard structures, and computational design workflows. AI integration for Rhino/Grasshopper connects computational design with project documentation and compliance intelligence.

The most practical integration is connecting Grasshopper's parametric models with performance analysis and code compliance. A designer exploring facade options in Grasshopper can get real-time feedback on code compliance implications — whether a proposed curtain wall configuration meets energy code requirements, whether the structural loading is within typical parameters, or whether the geometry creates accessibility issues at the ground level.

For firms using Rhino for design development and Revit for construction documents, AI bridges the handoff. Design intent captured in Rhino models can be compared against the construction document set to verify that the design has been accurately translated into buildable documentation. This catches the disconnects that commonly occur when complex geometry moves from a design tool to a documentation tool.