Modern Primitive: Elevating Blender’s Foundational Modeling Tools

The Modern Primitive add-on for Blender reimagines the way artists interact with primitive shapes, transforming basic geometric forms into dynamic, customizable building blocks for 3D modeling. Designed to streamline workflows and enhance creativity, this toolset bridges the gap between simplicity and sophistication, offering parametric controls, advanced primitives, and a non-destructive workflow that adapts to both beginners and seasoned professionals. Whether crafting intricate hard-surface designs or prototyping architectural concepts, Modern Primitive empowers users to create with unprecedented flexibility.

Key Features

1. Parametric Shape Controls
Move beyond static primitives. Modern Primitive introduces real-time adjustable parameters, allowing users to modify dimensions, segments, and proportions after placing an object. Want to convert a cube into a sprawling grid or adjust a sphere’s subdivisions on the fly? The add-on retains editable properties in the sidebar, enabling iterative design without starting from scratch.

2. Expanded Primitive Library
While Blender’s default primitives cover basics like cubes and cylinders, Modern Primitive expands this arsenal. Generate complex shapes such as spirals, gears, arches, or parametric polygons with a single click. These additions cater to niche workflows, from mechanical modeling to abstract art, reducing the need for manual construction.

3. Non-Destructive Workflow
Every shape remains editable, preserving the ability to tweak parameters at any stage. Combined with Blender’s modifiers, this non-destructive approach lets users experiment fearlessly—adjust a cylinder’s radius after applying a Subdivision Surface modifier or retroactively add edge loops to a pyramid.

4. Intuitive Interface & Shortcuts
The add-on integrates seamlessly into Blender’s UI, with primitives accessible via a dedicated menu or hotkeys. Context-aware tools adapt to the 3D viewport, offering instant visual feedback. For efficiency, users can customize shortcuts to spawn shapes aligned to surfaces, cursors, or normals.

5. Precision and Customization
Input exact numerical values for dimensions, angles, or segment counts, ensuring precision for technical projects. Alternatively, use interactive handles in the viewport for organic adjustments. Presets and favorites let users save frequently used configurations, from bevelled edges to intricate lattice designs