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Introduction

Unlocking BIM Inside Rhino/Grasshopper with Open Standards​

IfcHopperShell is an open-source toolkit designed to empower Rhino/Grasshopper users, by enabling the direct use of IfcOpenShell within Grasshopper.

With IfcHopperShell, Rhino/Grasshopper transforms into a fully-fledged authoring software for BIM workflows, bridging the worlds of parametric design and open BIM.

Key Features​

  • Open-source and Free: always open, always accessible to everyone.
  • Python-powered Nodes: simple yet powerful components written in Python, ready for customization and extension.
  • IFC-native Geometry: build, modify, and analyze IFC geometry directly inside Grasshopper.
  • Bidirectional Workflow: achieve seamless data exchange between BIM and parametric design — all within open standards.
  • Built on IfcOpenShell: leverage the robust capabilities of IfcOpenShell, now inside your favourite generative design environment.
  • Extensible by the Community: collaborative and community-driven—everyone is welcome to contribute new tools and features for smarter, faster IFC modeling.

Why IfcHopperShell?​

Building open and interoperable BIM workflows should be accessible to all designers, engineers, and developers. With IfcHopperShell, you can: Model IFC entities directly in Grasshopper Author and refine BIM information without switching software Accelerate design iteration in a truly connected BIM ↔ parametric workflow Rely on open-source tools and standards for transparency and long-term viability Participate in shaping the future of BIM authoring in Rhino/Grasshopper

Get Involved!​

IfcHopperShell is a community project—help us grow and improve!

  • Contribute nodes and components
  • Report issues and suggest features
  • Share your applications and workflows

Whether architect, engineer, developer, or student, you have the power to make IFC modeling in Rhino/Grasshopper smarter, faster, and more open. Let's unlock the full potential of BIM together in Rhino/Grasshopper.

THANKS TO IFCOPENSHELL

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For installation instructions, examples, and contribution guidelines, please check the next sections of this documentation.