makerspace

American  

[mey-ker-speys] / ˈmeɪ kərˌspeɪs /

Or maker space

noun

1. a collaborative workshop that supplies equipment and technology, as 3D printers, soldering tools, industrial sewing machines, etc., for creative projects.

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Etymology

Origin of makerspace

First recorded in 2000–05; maker ( def. ) (in sense “hobbyist who makes tangible physical objects”) + space ( def. )

Example Sentences

Opened in 2017 and located a few blocks from the University of Washington, SoundBio is perhaps best described as a biology makerspace.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 5, 2023

Lowe, who considers himself “pretty good at the computer but not artistic,” said he got into the makerspace business because he thought it would be a good way to help the local economy.

From Washington Post • Apr. 12, 2020

He ran a 400-square-foot makerspace in his hometown of Provo, Utah.

From The Verge • Feb. 5, 2020

Wichita State already announced plans for a makerspace inside the Experiential Engineering Building currently being built on the university’s Innovation Campus.

From Washington Times • Oct. 8, 2016

A separate makerspace with evening hours, run by GoCreate, will offer facilities for metalworking, woodworking, textiles and digital creation to students and local residents.

From New York Times • Aug. 4, 2016