Welcome to the Makerspace
Learn MoreCreativity and innovation need spaces for play and iteration. The Eugenio Lopez Jr. Makerspace is Areté’s digital laboratory dedicated to hands-on activities for creative engagement. This open access facility welcomes everyone who wants to pursue, develop, and execute an idea.
Craft Your Ideas With These Machines
Laser Cutting & Engraving
FDM 3D Printing
CNC Milling
Large Format Printing
Desktop Thermoforming Machine
Workshops
The Wednesday Project: Highlights
Date
June 5, 2024
Venue
Eugenio Lopez Jr Makerspace
Description
Let's highlight the love and bond between parents and children as we celebrate Global Parents' Day. Join The Wednesday Project's "Highlights", a unique and creative Acrylic Lamp Making Workshop!
Craft your customized lamps with designs and messages of your choosing! No design software experience needed. You may also take home your final creation as a keepsake.
Ludocracy: The Art and Science of Board Game Design
Date
July 8-12, 2024
Venue
Eugenio Lopez Jr Makerspace
Description
The Eugenio Lopez Jr. Makerspace in collaboration with the Ateneo Laboratory for the Learning Sciences (ALLS) is excited to host “Ludocracy: The Art and Science of Board Game Design” - its first creative camp for young innovators that will equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to craft their own original board games.
This creative camp will encourage imaginative thinking, enhance problem-solving skills, and foster a fun and educational environment alongside like-minded peers.
Wednesday Project
Date
January to December 2023
Venue
Online Viewing
Description
The Wednesday Project series is a new initiative that promotes Areté’s focus themes, associated programs, and creative projects. A way to unwind from the weekday grind, The Wednesday Project intends to provide a mid-week respite from routine.
As the creativity and innovation hub of the Ateneo de Manila University, Areté provides the space and freedom for groups from different fields and persuasions to create, collaborate on, and share knowledge, skills, and practices.
Vinyl Cutter 101: Chinese Paper Lantern Workshop
Date
January 18, 2023
Venue
Eugenio Lopez Jr Makerspace, 3F George SK Ty Learning Innovation Wing
Description
Vinyl Cutter 101 covered the basics on the processes of vinyl cutting such as design composition, techniques, and safety. During this workshop, participants learned how to use a vinyl cutter to create their own Chinese paper lanterns.