Ici Nantes
Nantes, France
About Ici Nantes
Ici Nantes in Nantes, France is more than a workspace — it is a launchpad for innovation in France. the lab offers state-of-the-art equipment, including 3D printers, laser engravers, electronics benches, and CAD workstations, within a collaborative, community-driven environment. Startups use the space to build early-stage hardware prototypes; educators run practical STEM sessions for school groups; and independent makers pursue personal projects with expert support on hand. Regular themed hackathons and innovation challenges help participants push boundaries and connect with like-minded creators across France. With a strong focus on learning by doing, Ici Nantes embodies the global maker movement's ethos of open, collaborative, hands-on creativity.
Description
Opened at the end of 2019, ICI Nantes is a 1500 m2 Collaborative and Social MakerSpace with a community of 65 makers and 18 savoir-faire. We provide access to 15 workshops (Wood, Metal, CNC Tools, Jewelry, Leather, Prototype studio, Photo Studio, Textile, Open Spaces etc) and to a community of doers & makers.
We especially love projects that place Art, Design & Craft at the heart of their activity.
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.