Maker Resources
The College of Design Shop is located in the basement of the Architecture East building.
Any questions about the shop or machinery should be directed to gtdesignshop@gmail.com. The shop is also staffed during shop hours if you would like to speak to someone in person.
Students are reminded that the shop is exclusively for design students, and should only be used for school related work.
Fabrication Space
The College of Design Shop features 7 workbenches and 3 sanding tables.
Available tools include belt sanders, disc sanders, drill press, rotary tools, milling machine, and various basic tools. Sandpaper may be available depending on supply.
Students are required to clean up after use to maintain shop privileges. Training on the shop's tools is typically provided within your introductory courses. If you missed the orientation, transferred in, or would like a refresher, you can contact the shop or ask a shop technician for additional instruction.
Advanced Machinery Space
Students must have attended training to use machinery, which includes bandsaw, miter saw, drill press, milling machine, sanding cluster, and table saw. A CNC machine and wood lathe are also available, but both require special training. The shop cabinet holds files, drill bits, wrenches, pliers, and other small tools for student use.
Eye protection is required and available in the metal storage cabinet near the wall. Remember that all machines are dangerous if misused and can cause serious injury or damage.
Metalworking Space
At the back of the Advanced Machinery Room is a dedicated space for metalworking and related materials. This room is equipped with welding tables, metal lathes, and other metalworking tools. Students must complete proper training before they are allowed to use any of the machinery in this room.
Photo Booth
The College of Design Shop offers two photo booths for student use:
- A small table stand with lighting and a paper background, ideal for photographing small products.
- A larger photo booth room, suitable for photographing larger objects or groups. This room is typically locked, and the key must be obtained from shop staff. Students should avoid walking on the background paper, and be aware that the room can become hot due to its location in the building's basement.
Maker Spaces
Georgia Tech has other maker spaces and shops available for all students. The nearest to the College of Design is the Hive, found on the bottom floor of Van Leer. It is equipped with laser cutters, wood and metalworking tools, and staff to assist students. However, unlike the College of Design Shop, these spaces are open to all students and may have different processes and rules for machinery.