This project is a renovation project we consulted on the facade renovation of the building. It involved GRC (Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete) cladding — a complex curved facade system requiring precise digital modelling and fabrication coordination.
The work spanned from 3D modelling and digital twin creation through to fabrication documentation — bridging the gap between design intent and physical execution on site.
RHINO — SolidWorks Framework
The team developed a bespoke exchange process between two software platforms to handle both the design complexity and the fabrication requirements of the GRC cladding. The exterior GRC cladding was modelled in Rhino, while SolidWorks was used for metal fabrication guidelines and export.
Fast & Detailed Modelling
The project was modelled in Rhino, developing a block and naming system for all configurations and variations of the GRC panels. Rhino allowed rapid iteration and detailed surface control for the complex arched geometry.
Metal Fabrication & Export
Attachments and substructure components were processed in SolidWorks for optimal metal fabrication quality. Files were exchanged as STEP files to the client for fabrication, ensuring full manufacturing-grade precision.
From Digital Model to Fabrication
A key part of the workflow was converting the Rhino model — enriched with Excel data — into SolidWorks, producing fully detailed assemblies, parts lists, and technical drawings ready for the fabrication team.