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An open-source canvas for design and creative work, with AI-assisted image generation, presentations, and Figma import in a desktop app.

Open-source alternative to:FigmaCanva

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What is it?

Grida is a design tool built around an open canvas where images, type, and vectors sit together. Users can start from their own work, import from Figma, or pull references from a built-in library, then use AI to explore directions and create assets before refining them with conventional design tools. It ships as a desktop app for macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Projects are stored in folders chosen by the user. For AI features, users bring their own provider API keys, or run supported local text models through Ollama. The project also includes a command-line interface for generating media from a terminal or scripts without the desktop app running.

The repository is built on the nothing graphics engine and is licensed under Apache 2.0. Related components include SVG, forms, and database tools from the same team, along with an AI gateway that is listed as coming soon.

Key features

  • 01Open canvas combining images, type, and vector graphics.
  • 02Import designs from Figma.
  • 03AI-assisted image and asset generation with your own provider keys.
  • 04Local text models supported through Ollama.
  • 05Command-line interface for generating media from scripts.
  • 06Desktop apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Use cases

  • Exploring visual directions and generating draft assets with AI before final design work.
  • Building presentations that combine images, type, and vectors on one canvas.
  • Moving Figma projects into an open-source, locally stored workflow.
  • Automating media generation from scripts or terminal workflows.

Quick start

  1. 1

    Download Grida Desktop from the downloads page

  2. 2

    Browse the repository guide for development setup

Things to know

  • The README does not document a package-manager install or a simple run command for the project.
  • Some features, such as the Grida AI Gateway and Grida FX, are in preview or not yet released.
  • AI features require your own provider keys or local Ollama models.

Topics

#design#canvas#image-generation#svg#figma-alternative#desktop-app#ai-assistant#2d#ai#artboard

FAQ

What is grida?
An open-source canvas for design and creative work, with AI-assisted image generation, presentations, and Figma import in a desktop app. Grida is a design tool built around an open canvas where images, type, and vectors sit together. Users can start from their own work, import from Figma, or pull references from a built-in library, then use AI to explore directions and create assets before refining them with conventional design tools. It ships as a desktop app for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Is grida free to use? What license does it have?
grida is open source under the Apache-2.0 license. Check the license terms before using it in commercial products.
Is grida still maintained?
Actively maintained. The last commit to grida was on Oct 19, 2026.
What can I use grida for?
Exploring visual directions and generating draft assets with AI before final design work. Building presentations that combine images, type, and vectors on one canvas. Moving Figma projects into an open-source, locally stored workflow. Automating media generation from scripts or terminal workflows.
How do I install grida?
Download Grida Desktop from the downloads page Browse the repository guide for development setup
Where can I get grida?
The source code and installation instructions are on GitHub: https://github.com/gridaco/grida

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