lattice modifier as FFD

What you probably want is Cardinal interpolation deformation type under Data properties and Interpolation.

The stuff that you dont have in blender is automatically generated lattice cage that perfectly wraps around(though im not sure if it is automatic from the example I have checked). But in blender you have to scale lattice the way you want and need it.

Proposal: Quick Lattice Modifier (Improved FFD Workflow)

Problem

The current Lattice Modifier in Blender is functional but not practical for modern workflows: • Requires manually creating and assigning a separate Lattice object. • Works only on the entire object, not on selected vertices/edges/faces. • Leaves behind a lattice object after applying, cluttering the Outliner. • Resolution (number of control points) must be predefined, no quick way to adjust it. • Because of this, many artists skip the modifier or rely on third-party add-ons.

This makes Blender’s Lattice tool feel outdated compared to industry-standard Free-Form Deformation (FFD) workflows.

Why current solutions fall short • Proportional Editing → good for small tweaks, but no cage-based control. • Hooks Modifier → powerful but cumbersome for broader deformations. • Shape Keys / Vertex Groups → flexible but require heavy preparation.

None of these are a true replacement for a simple, quick FFD workflow.

Proposed Solution: Quick Lattice Modifier

1. Instant cage creation • Add a lattice cage directly around the object or the current selection (verts/edges/faces). • No need for separate objects or manual assignment.

2. Interactive resolution control • Adjust subdivisions on the fly with mouse wheel: • Scroll → uniform resolution. • Ctrl + Scroll → subdivisions along U. • Alt + Scroll → subdivisions along W. • Shift + Scroll → subdivisions along V. • Much faster and more intuitive than fixed presets (2×2×2, 3×3×3, 4×4×4).

3. Clean Apply • On Apply, deformation is baked into the mesh and the cage disappears. • Keeps the Outliner clean.

4. Viewport visibility options

Two toggles in the modifier UI: • Show Lines – toggle cage edges. • Show Points – toggle control points.

This allows three modes: only lines, only points, or fully hidden.

5. Animation-ready • Cage vertices can be keyframed. • Enables squash & stretch, morphing, and other deformation animations without complex rigs.

Technical Notes • Interpolation: uses B-spline basis functions (as in traditional FFD). • Smooth, predictable influence from control points. • Standard math for Free-Form Deformation:

P(u,v,w) = \sum_i \sum_j \sum_k B_i(u) \cdot B_j(v) \cdot B_k(w) \cdot P_{ijk}

Benefits • Faster workflow – no unnecessary setup. • Intuitive control – artists focus on shaping, not managing objects. • Cleaner scenes – no leftover cage objects. • Animation capabilities – doubles as a deformation tool for motion design. • Industry alignment – meets expectations of artists used to FFD in other DCCs.

Example Workflow 1. Select an object or subset of geometry. 2. Add → Quick Lattice Modifier. 3. Use scroll wheel (and modifiers) to set resolution. 4. Deform geometry by moving cage points. 5. Apply → baked result, cage vanishes. 6. (Optional) Keyframe cage for animated deformations.

I'd avoid bluntly calling to copy a proprietary software. That's potential for troubles (see this post for more context on that), and in the first place it doesn't make a good feature proposal since it assumes that both community members and developers are already familiar with what you refer too, which you can't guarantee.

Apart from potential legal implications: we rarely have to "copy" anything nor add new systems, we can also just make our current tools better. Which is also simpler to implement and maintain.

Instead, I would advise you to flesh out your proposal so that anyone can understand the idea and its potential benefits, and developers passing by should also be able to assess its feasibility without needing to conduct extra research.

Start by describing the current need:

• What’s lacking in Blender?
• How are current solutions falling short?
• What’s the impact? Highlight how this limitation affects your work or workflow.

Then, outline potential solutions:

• What feature(s) could solve these specific problems? What it is, what it does, how...
• Why is it better? Compare the proposed feature to Blender’s current tools, explaining how it would improve usability or outcomes.
• Integration and usability: Suggest how this could fit into Blender’s existing interface and workflows, perhaps as a toggle in the Graph Editor.
• Mockups or examples: If possible, create a visual example of how this could look and work in Blender.

Your screenshot shows no useful information; you should discuss what it is about the blender lattice that you wish to behave differently.