Makerspace

Fablabdonostia

Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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Type
Makerspace
Location
Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Address
Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura. Oñati plaza, 2, Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

About Fablabdonostia

Located in Donostia-San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain, Fablabdonostia is a vibrant hub for hands-on innovation in Spain. the space brings together makers, students, and technology enthusiasts in a fully equipped fabrication and prototyping environment. From 3D printing and electronics to robotics and software development, the lab supports projects at every stage — from initial concept to working prototype. Weekly open maker nights, technical workshops, and collaborative sprints make it easy for anyone in Gipuzkoa to get started, regardless of background or experience level. Fablabdonostia is committed to growing the region's STEM ecosystem by connecting creative individuals with the resources and community they need to bring bold ideas to life.

Description

This Fab Lab belongs to the Higher School of Architecture in Donostia-San Sebastián at the University of the Basque Country. It is specialized in architectural education and research issues. Many Courses of the Bachelor in Architectural Fundamentals are taught using digital fabrication techniques and some PhD thesis have been developed using our tools as well. Since 2010 we have been working mainly with subtractive processes as CNC and laser cutting machines but gradually other types of systems have been incorporated like additive machines or 3D scan. Nowadays the laboratory is fully operative as a Fab Lab.

We are open all year long and a technician is employed full time for any task related with the lab. Besides, in 2016 one lecturer from our staff (F. Gonzalez Quintial) obtained the FabAcademy diploma.

Fab Lab Donostia was started in 2011 as digital fabrication space. Nowadays digital techniques are highly integrated in the school’s activities and some courses are based on parametric and digital design processes. New possibilities are rising up through the use of new machines and the collaboration with other institutions.

Who Can Benefit

Students & Researchers

University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.

Entrepreneurs & Startups

Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.

Educators & Trainers

Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.

Independent Makers

Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.

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