Resources – Unstable Design Lab

We make design software and hardware to support experimental weaving that we share as open-source resources.

AdaCAD.org

AdaCAD is an open-source design tool that applies the logics of parametric design to woven drafting available at.

Use the tool online at:
adacad.org

Documentation and support:
https://docs.adacad.org/

How To Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy2lIjrar_02XiqfJG8kLpeWOyCtDXeFJ

In one assignments, students make their own electrical connectors using an assortment of fasteners.

Experimental Textiles Curriculum

We developed, and teach, a course at the University of Colorado Boulder called “Experimental Textiles” that introduces concepts for integrating electronics into textile structures.

View the curriculum online at:
extx.unstable.design

An Intro to Weave Structure for Researchers

We made this activity book to help researchers interested in woven structure learn about the basics and potentials for designing with an attention to weave structure. The book also introduces some of the logic behind AdaCAD’s design.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Exhibitions and Annoucments

Sept 20-23, We'll be at Textile Intersections in London showcasing our outcomes from the 2023 Experimental Weaving Residency

Laura Devendorf's Wear Project was featured in Feminist Designer, a collection of case studies and writing released via MIT Press

October 10-12, Eldy Lazaro will be presenting textiles and bio-materials research at the International Symposium on Wearable Computing in Cancun Mexico.

Algorithmic Pattern Salon

Interested in algorithmic pattern in creative arts, craft and code, consider submitting to The algorithmic pattern salon