One of our student’s mother enjoys growing succulents. These are plants with parts that are thickened, fleshy and engorged, usually to retain water in arid climates or soil conditions. Using Fusion 360, Nathan used parametric design to form the shape and texture of the vase. Parametric design is a process based on algorithmic thinking that enables the expression of parameters and rules that, together, define, encode and clarify the relationship between design intent and design response. Simply put, mathematical expressions are used to create the shape of the vase and the texture on it. As you can see, Nathan’s work is beautiful!
Interested in making your own parametric vases? Download these 3D printer ready designs on Thingiverse or watch this tutorial to make your own!