Creative system
GridCraft
Create consistent logo grids in a structured Illustrator workflow.
Grid study
Structured construction
The workflow
A focused place for the work.
GridCraft is a specialist Illustrator extension for creating consistent geometric logo grids, modular frameworks, isometric projection guides, and golden ratio circles directly on the artwork.
- Construct modular logo grids and golden ratio guides in seconds
- Maintain geometric consistency across branding identity systems
- Install and maintain versions effortlessly through SKtudio Hub
Key features
Purpose-built, from task to outcome.
Parametric Grid Generation
Generate modular, isometric, polar, and diagonal grid systems with custom sub-divisions.
Golden Ratio & Fibonacci Guides
Place proportional circles, golden spirals, and harmonic division lines effortlessly.
Non-Printing Guide Layers
Automatically generate cleanly organized, locked, non-printing guide layers for pristine export.
How it fits
A short route through the workflow.
The exact controls stay in the product. The public story stays centered on the job.
- 01
Define grid bounds
Specify artboard dimensions or select reference logo geometry.
- 02
Choose grid archetype
Select from isometric, modular, golden ratio, or custom harmonic divisions.
- 03
Lock and construct
Snap logo shapes directly to the generated construction lines.
Compatibility and requirements
- Product type
- Extension
- Adobe host
- Adobe Illustrator
- Current release
- v3.1.1
- Installation
- SKtudio Hub
- Host versions
- 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Platforms
- Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit), macOS 12+ (Intel & Apple Silicon)
Install with SKtudio Hub
SKtudio Hub is the supported companion for installing, updating and managing SKtudio products. Account identity and access stay in the separate SKtudio Account portal.
Current release
Version 3.1.1
Released 2026-08-30
What’s New • Added Fit Values to Selected Artwork above the Generate action • Automatically calculates suitable anchor size, handle size, outline width and gridline width from the selected artwork dimensions • Added larger, full-width size, width and opacity sliders • Added optional numeric/form-based controls through the native flyout Settings panel • Added configurable original-logo appearance: 5%, 10% or 20% black, or keep actual colors • Added raster, vector, AI and multipage PDF arrangement support • Added balanced masonry, tiles and row-based layout modes • Added fitting, crop-focus, spacing, ordering and editable clipping-mask controls Construction Improvements • Anchor and corner markers now use square shapes • Bézier handle heads remain circular • Anchor markers render above handle lines for cleaner intersections • Construction gridlines are created only from straight or angled segments • Curved and radius segments no longer generate inappropriate gridlines • Gridlines extend across—and when necessary beyond—the containing artboard • Default construction color is #4F7FFF to match Illustrator’s selection appearance • The selected logo defaults to a subtle 10% black presentation after construction • Fill, stroke, Use Fill and Swap Fill/Stroke controls are arranged more efficiently Workflow Changes • Removed automatic live application while moving Construct sliders • Slider changes no longer create repeated anchors, handles or other construction objects • Removed the redundant Generate All action • Construction is now committed through one explicit Generate action • Scale recommendations can be recalculated at any time without generating artwork Fixes • Improved combined Illustrator host-engine initialization • Fixed undefined-host and missing-command failures affecting Logo and Bento operations • Fixed selected grouped artwork not being recognized consistently • Fixed duplicated anchor and handle objects during parameter changes • Fixed construction markers being obscured by handle lines • Fixed curve-derived gridlines appearing across rounded artwork • Improved compatibility with older ExtendScript/CEP JavaScript engines • Improved extension startup and panel-state handling after installation
Use cases
- Brand identity and mark construction
- Geometric icon design systems
- Harmonic packaging and editorial layouts
FAQ
Useful answers, without guesswork.
Can I save custom grid templates?+
Yes, custom grid parameters can be saved and reused across projects.
How are grids delivered to the document?+
Grids are organized into dedicated Illustrator guide layers that do not print or export.
Ready to bring GridCraft into the workflow?
Use Hub for product delivery, Account for identity and access, or reach support when you need a hand.