*3 DAY PASS includes access to one shop of your choice. Use up to 3 days per 30 day period. Each period starts on the day you sign up. All members must complete a safety training course (one time $39 fee) prior to accessing the shop of their choice. Credit cards will be charged on a reoccurring monthly basis until the pass is cancelled.
Empowering Creative Minds
Frustrated by the lack of access to tools and prototyping equipment in Seattle, we decided to establish a place that allowed our community of creative minds to learn, discover, create, and collaborate all under one roof. We are an incubator and facilitator for those creative minds who need access to professional tools and prototyping equipment to support their businesses and bring their own design ideas to life.
MakerHaus is a studio environment with a professional staff from diverse backgrounds in design, manufacturing, creative strategy, and business. Napkin sketches, Kickstarter dreams, and design challenges of all kinds welcome!
- Metal Shop
- Wood Shop
- 3D Printers
- Laser Cutter
- Co-Working
- Classrooms
- Conference Room
- Kitchen
- Materials Library
- Event Space
Community
As a collective of design thinkers and makers we believe Seattle can come together and provide support for our community and beyond. MakerHaus will provide a number of opportunities for its members to ideate on issues such as healthcare, education, and the environment. We aspire to use the design process to develop sustainable solutions for global and local challenges.
MakerHaus' Services
MakerHaus will provide design and fabrication services to those looking for full turnkey solutions. You do not need to be a member to take advantage of several rapid prototyping options including 3D printing, laser cutting/etching, and 3 Axis CNC milling. Member discounts will apply on time and materials.
Entrepreneurship
What will you do when lightning strikes? Licensing? Crowdfunding? Start up? Design for manufacturing? Short run production? Our mantra is “Empowering Creative Minds” That also means a life for your ideas beyond our Haus. All inquiries welcome.
Education
Learn a new skill or move ahead with an advanced education from our weekly scheduled classes and workshops. Professionals, including our own members, will provide you with new knowledge and abilities to bring your ideas to life.
Bauhaus – The Inspiration Behind the Name Expand
The Bauhaus, a German word meaning "house of building", was a school founded in 1919 in Weimar, Germany by architect Walter Gropius. The school emerged out of late-19th-century desires to reunite the applied arts and manufacturing, and to reform education.
MakerHaus is also a “house of building” with intent on providing our creative community access to resources for “making”. Through education and collaboration we provide skills and opportunity for great ideas to become commercialized and implemented.
The motivations behind the creation of the Bauhaus lay in anxieties about the soullessness of manufacturing and its products, and in fears about art's loss of purpose in society.
MakerHaus is focused on cultivating a creative membership with the ability to use the design process to develop sustainable solutions for global and local challenges.
Fine art and craft were brought together with the goal of problem solving for a modern industrial society. In so doing, the Bauhaus effectively leveled the old hierarchy of the arts, placing crafts on par with fine arts such as sculpture and painting, and paving the way for many of the ideas that have inspired artists in the late 20th century.
We envision our Haus as a sanctuary for all creative professionals to come together with the potential to solve the problems of our modern society.
The Haus
Location
122 NW 36th Street, Seattle, WA 98107
We are open! Come in for a tour and see our project gallery, wood and metal shops, 3D printing and laser fab equipment. Talk to us about classes and how you can become a member.
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The Haus
10,000 square feet of creative space designed for fabrication, education, professional services, and co-working. Each of these spaces is designed to maximize your creative potential and efficiently turn ideas into reality.
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Metal Shop
Partial Equipment List:
– 3 Axis Milling Machine
– Step Shear
– Drill Press
– Horizontal Band Saw
– Lathe
– Mig Welding
– Tig Welding
– Disc/Belt Grinder
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Wood Shop
Partial Equipment List:
– Tablesaw
– Bandsaw
– Compound Miter Saw
– 20" Disc Sander
– 15" Belt Sander (open side for 30" wide parts)
– Planer
– 8" Joiner
– Drill Press
– Spindle Sander
– Router Table
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– Secure work space
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Classes
Partial List:
– Wood Shop
– Metal Shop
– Textile Fabrication
– 2D and 3D Software
– Rapid Prototyping
– Professional
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Rapid Prototyping
Partial Equipment List:
– Laser Cutter
– 3D Printers
– 3-Axis CNC Router
For more information on purchasing a 3D printer for your own please e-mail dylan@studiofathom.com
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– Elastomers
– Textiles
– Technology
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LocationOur Fremont location is close to the RE Store, Stoneway Hardware, Home Builders Center, Seattle Powder Coat, Tacoma Screw and Clear Cut Plastics, as well as PCC and numerous bars and restaurants.
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Frequently Asked Questions Expand
When will you be officially open for business?
The first week of January 2013.
Can I come by to see the place before then?
Yes, we will have regularly scheduled pre-opening tours and a soft launch in the middle of December.
Can I sign up before you open?
YES! And we highly encourage you to take advantage of our pre opening specials.
Is there a cap on membership?
YES, we plan to cap membership at around 250 people.
If I sign up now can I back out if I don't like what I see when you open?
Yes, you may cancel for a full refund up to one week after we open.
What days and time will you be open?
Sun – Sat, 10am – 10pm
When can I register for classes?
We will have sign up for classes available in early December. If you have questions about a class or suggestions for a class you don't see please e-mail us at info@makerhaus.com.
Do I have to be a member to take classes?
No. Anyone can sign up to take a class at MakerHaus.
How do I become an instructor?
We are always looking to add to our list of amazing educators. Please e-mail us at info@makerhaus.com.
How do I book event space with MakerHaus?
Just e-mail us at info@makerhaus.com to schedule an appointment.
Are rapid prototyping services free to members?
Laser cutting, 3D printing, and CNC routing all have a time and materials fee. Annual members will receive a discount over non-members.
Do I have to be a member to use the rapid prototyping services?
Not at all. Laser cutting, 3D printing, and CNC routing are all available on a time and materials basis to anyone.
Can I store my project at MakerHaus?
Yes, every member will receive a free locker space.
What type of equipment does MakerHaus have?
Please click here to see a list of wood and metal shop equipment.
What happens at the end of my 12 month membership?
Once you've completed a 12 Month Membership, you're membership automatically renews to a month-to-month membership and your rate will not change. You can stay as long as you'd like at this point or cancel anytime by emailing info@makerhaus.com.
What if I have to move out of the city? Can I cancel my membership before the terms are complete?
Although you can't cancel your membership early, you can transfer it to a friend or coworker at no extra cost.
Membership Terms and Conditions
Membership/ Co-Working
Basic Membership
$89/year
- Does Not Include Shop or Library Access
- 25% Discounts on Classes
- Discounts on Lectures and Events
3 Day Pass*
$993 days/month
- No Agreement Necessary
- Wood or Metal Shop (Choose One)
- Access to our WIFI flex space
- Access to Workbench Spaces
This offer is for a limited time only and may not be transferred for an existing membership.
STUDIO MEMBERSHIP
$119/month
- No agreement necessary
- Full Access to our Materials Library
- Full Access to our Industrial Sewing Machines
- Full Access to our WIFI flex space
- 25% Discount on Classes
- Discounts on Rapid Prototyping
- Discounts on Workshops and Events
- Access to Workbench Spaces
Full Access Membership
$189/month
- Based on a 6 Month Agreement
- Full Access to the Wood and Metal Shops
- Full Access to our Materials Library & Sewing
- 25% Discount on Classes
- Discounts on Rapid Prototyping
- Discounts on Workshops and Events
- Access to Workbench & Flex Spaces
- Free Wood and Metal Orientation Classes
- Free Locker Storage
Co-Working
$349/month
- Based on a 12 Month Agreement
- Personal Desk Space With Key Lock Compartment
- Secure Room
- High Speed Wi-Fi
- Conference Room With Projector
- Copy Machine
- Kitchen
- Creative Environment
Co-Working +
Full Access
$499/month
- Based on a 12 Month Agreement
- All benefits of Co-Working
- Full Access to the Wood and Metal Shops
- Full Access to our Materials Library & Sewing
- 25% Discount on Classes
- Discounts on Rapid Prototyping
- Discounts on Workshops and Events
- Access to Workbench & Flex Spaces
- 3 Free Classes
Classes
For information or interest in attending a class, contact us at info@makerhaus.com or select a class from the list.
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Wood Working
Share this class Intro to Woodshop
Wood WorkingMember: $299.25
Non-Member: $399.00Register Tuesdays 6:00-9:00 pm
May 14, 2013 - Jun 11, 2013
Instructor: Carl MeinzingerTuition does not include materials fee ($20) Students will buy their own materials with help on sourcing and selection from the instructor.
Learn the basics of woodworking and walk away with your very own project! This five week class is designed to develop fundamental woodshop skills emphasizing safety and “best practice” techniques in the MakerHaus wood shop. During this class you will build a project of your choosing – Spice rack? Cutting board? Serving tray?
You will have an opportunity to work through all phases of your project and become acquainted with all the primary shop tools and their functions… all under the gentle guidance of your instructor. Individual projects will be discussed during the first class, so please come with ideas. After that, your instructor will guide you through the same strategic steps that apply to any project, small or large; materials selection and purchase, lay-out and take-offs, building sequence etc.
About the instructor:
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Workshops
Share this class Techniques for Garment Transformation
SewingMember: $74.25
Non-Member: $99.00Register Saturday 12:00-4:00 pm
May 25, 2013
Instructor: Katharine AndrewsStudents are required to bring their own sewing machines, tools, materials, and project to work on.
Get creative and resourceful with your wardrobe! Update a piece that's no longer in style, add pockets or zippers to improve function, change the fit, combine two or more garments to make something new!
During this 4-hour workshop, students will learn professional alteration and finishing techniques, explore sewn construction through deconstruction and reconstruction, discuss different fabrics' properties and issues, and address functional and aesthetic design choices. In addition, each student will receive one-on-one consultation on approaching your restyling project.
Prerequisites: good working knowledge of your sewing machine and some prior sewing experience.
About the instructor:
Katharine Andrews is a graduate of Seattle Central Community College’s Apparel Design Program and recipient of the philanthropic “It’s a Wrap” award for creativity and excellence in design. She owns a custom clothing and design studio in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, and is the maker of Telaio Wool Bicycle Clothing: elegant, utilitarian clothing for urban bicyclists. -
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Professional Development
Share this class Studio Ignition! Examining Studio Archetypes
Professional DevelopmentMember: $261.75
Non-Member: $349.00Register Thursdays 6:00-9:00 pm
May 23, 2013 - Jun 20, 2013
Instructor: Josh KornfeldThere are many ways to create a design business. This 5 session course provides an overview of various design studio archetypes presented via stories told by actual founders of relevant and successful firms.
At the beginning of each class session, a different design studio founder will share the history of creating their own design business, including the highs and lows they encountered along the way. The class will then work collaboratively to categorize the process they used to build their firm and discuss why this worked for them and what they would have done differently if given the chance.
The second half of each class will be dedicated to round-table collaborative discussions and brainstorms around students' ideas for their own design start-up.
Here's a run-down of each session:1: Josh Kornfeld from GENERAL ASSEMBLY product design and Joe Herrin from HELIOTROPE Architects:
www.productG.com and http://www.heliotropearchitects.com/
-Present an idea or category for your design business
-Define Your Audience/customer
-Short term goals
-Long term goals
2: Scott Bright from SYNAPSE product development:
http://www.synapse.com/
-Define monthly expenses vs. what you expect to bring in monthly
-Define a small group of ‘advisors’
3: Greg Janky and Treasure Hinds from ANVIL STUDIOS
http://www.anvil-studios.com/
-What are you good at, what are you not good at?
-Storyboarding your ideas to find holes
4: Jean Lee and Dylan Davis from LADIES and GENTELMEN:
http://ladiesandgentlemenstudio.com/
-Build a development roadmap
5: David Conrad from DESIGN COMMISSION:
www.designcommission.com
-Actionable plans for when things don’t go well
-Define first steps to launch
About the instructor:
After a few years working at design consultancies and a few OEM start-ups, Josh went solo, designing consumer, technology, games and medical products. In 1999 he founded General Assembly and began hiring others to help build the offering. When Microsoft, Tektronix, Fluke, Milwaukee, General Electric, Panasonic, and Genie Lifts came looking for help designing sturdy, robust products, Josh and team welcomed the opportunity to design equipment and devices that would have a real and lasting life. Under Josh’s leadership GA has expanded its skill-set to accommodate more compelling and technologically diverse opportunities with medical, consumer medical, and Greater Good products and services. In the years to come, Josh will guide General Assembly towards markets, clients and philanthropic organizations that will give us the privilege to design and build products and create experiences that will endure the test of time, make a few things more beautiful, and bring genuine value to the industry of life.
Share this class Mastering the Art of Kickstarter
EntrepreneurshipMember: $261.75
Non-Member: $349.00Register Mondays 7:00-9:00 pm
May 20, 2013 - Jun 24, 2013
Instructor: Jim YoungPlease note: there is no class scheduled on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th.Lets take that dream idea of yours and get it crowd-funded on Kickstarter! This 5-week class will take you through the entire process of planning, running, and fulfilling your Kickstarter project.
We'll focus on 5 key phases including:• 1-Preparing you Project (So you got this great idea...)• 2-Building your Pitch (your video, rewards, goal & timing)• 3-Managing the Campaign (Backer communication and marketing)• 4-Fulfilling Rewards (making, packaging, shipping, tracking)• 5-After the Kick (Putting into production, going for retail)
This will be a candid, insider's look at several successful projects that reached their goal along side several super star and failed Kickstarter campaigns. We'll cover a multitude of topics in between our main points that digress into advice on prototyping, marketing, bartering, budgeting, sharing, gear and software, team dynamics, goals and focus, and managing success or failure. This isn't all war stories. Class format is part presentation and part interactive discussion. Bring your questions, bring your ideas, and lets get your project ready for its debut!
About the Instructor:
Jim is the president and creative director for consumer brand Nice, Inc. Jim's roots go deep into the indie product development and crowd-funding community. His first Kickstarter project, PadPivot, (with partner Bernie Graham) was supported by over 4,800 backers and raised over $190,000. PadPivot went on to hit the shelves of retail powerhouse Best Buy. Following PadPivot, Jim launched a smaller Kickstarter campaign called CableKeeps, to focus on local manufacturing and business development for new brand Nice, Inc. His CableKeeps can be found popping up on respected design sites like Fab.com, A+R, Vau.lt, and the New York Museum of Modern Art gift store. Jim is a veteran industrial designer with over 15 years experience designing consumer products.www.nicebydesign.com
Share this class Build a Company in Six Weeks - Session 2
EntrepreneurshipMember: $59.25
Non-Member: $79.00Register Tuesday 6:30-9:00 pm
May 21, 2013
Instructor: Marc BarrosAbout this session:BUILDING YOUR FIRST PRODUCTNow that you have an idea you want to explore, we dive into how to get the first version built including talking to customers, finding your co-founders, building the product, and getting feedback along the way.
This class will involve learning about the subject matter followed by a Q & A session where students will have the opportunity to discuss their individual business planning scenarios.
About the class:Learn how to turn your idea into a real, fast growing company! Discovering a customer need and bringing your product to market is just the first step. Turning that initial product into a successful company that can live on for a very long time, is no easy task.
Marc Barros, co-founder of Contour Cameras has put together an interactive program to help you get form your initial idea to a thriving company. The class will be very hands on each week as you move from your idea to a full plan of the company you want to build.
Share this class Build a Company in Six Weeks - Session 3
EntrepreneurshipMember: $59.25
Non-Member: $79.00Register Tuesday 6:30-9:00 pm
May 28, 2013
Instructor: Marc BarrosAbout this session:HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR PRODUCTWe dive into detail about different ways to launch your product with early adopters, press, customers, etc. There are lots of right ways and lots of wrong ways to build momentum for your product.
This class will involve learning about the subject matter followed by a Q & A session where students will have the opportunity to discuss their individual business planning scenarios.
About the class:Learn how to turn your idea into a real, fast growing company! Discovering a customer need and bringing your product to market is just the first step. Turning that initial product into a successful company that can live on for a very long time, is no easy task.
Marc Barros, co-founder of Contour Cameras has put together an interactive program to help you get form your initial idea to a thriving company. The class will be very hands on each week as you move from your idea to a full plan of the company you want to build.
Share this class Build a Company in Six Weeks - Session 4
EntrepreneurshipMember: $59.25
Non-Member: $79.00Register Tuesday 6:30-9:00 pm
Jun 04, 2013
Instructor: Marc BarrosAbout this session:ITERATING UNTIL "MARKET FIT"
Market Fit is where your product finally takes off. There is no time point to reach here, but we talk about what it takes to reach it and what happens once you do. We will cover what you need to get here, including first hires, initial capital, and building trust with your customers.
This class will involve learning about the subject matter followed by a Q & A session where students will have the opportunity to discuss their individual business planning scenarios.
About the Class:Learn how to turn your idea into a real, fast growing company! Discovering a customer need and bringing your product to market is just the first step. Turning that initial product into a successful company that can live on for a very long time, is no easy task.Marc Barros, co-founder of Contour Cameras has put together an interactive program to help you get form your initial idea to a thriving company. The class will be very hands on each week as you move from your idea to a full plan of the company you want to build.
Share this class Build a Company in Six Weeks - Session 5
EntrepreneurshipMember: $59.25
Non-Member: $79.00Register Tuesday 6:30-9:00 pm
Jun 11, 2013
Instructor: Marc BarrosAbout this session:SHIFTING TO GROW YOUR CUSTOMERSOnce you pass market fit we discuss how you shift the organization to think about getting more customers. We look at how you can define success for the organization, measure your results, and have the organization working as one to grow your customers.
This class will involve learning about the subject matter followed by a Q & A session where students will have the opportunity to discuss their individual business planning scenarios.
About the class:Learn how to turn your idea into a real, fast growing company! Discovering a customer need and bringing your product to market is just the first step. Turning that initial product into a successful company that can live on for a very long time, is no easy task.
Marc Barros, co-founder of Contour Cameras has put together an interactive program to help you get form your initial idea to a thriving company. The class will be very hands on each week as you move from your idea to a full plan of the company you want to build.
Share this class Build a Company in Six Weeks - Session 6
EntrepreneurshipMember: $59.25
Non-Member: $79.00Register Tuesday 6:30-9:00 pm
Jun 18, 2013
Instructor: Marc BarrosAbout this session:BUILDING THE COMPANYYou are on your way to building a real company. People love your product, you are getting more customers, and now you are thinking about how to scale your organization, make sure the culture is amazing, and enough money is in the bank to grow.
This class will involve learning about the subject matter followed by a Q & A session where students will have the opportunity to discuss their individual business planning scenarios.
About the class:Learn how to turn your idea into a real, fast growing company! Discovering a customer need and bringing your product to market is just the first step. Turning that initial product into a successful company that can live on for a very long time, is no easy task.
Marc Barros, co-founder of Contour Cameras has put together an interactive program to help you get form your initial idea to a thriving company. The class will be very hands on each week as you move from your idea to a full plan of the company you want to build. -
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Share this class Intro to Rhino and Digital Fabrication Techniques
Digital MediaMember: $352.50
Non-Member: $470.00Register Tuesdays 6:00-9:00 pm
May 14, 2013 - Jun 11, 2013
Instructor: James ReinhardtTuition includes a $20 3D printing lab fee.By the end of this 5 session entry level digital modeling class each student will have a very firm understanding of NURBS based modeling as well as some initial exposure to advanced parametric techniques. This will be achieved through a rigorous exploration of digital modeling theory and the Rhinoceros modeling environment. As a supplement to learning the software, digital to physical workflows will be interwoven into the curriculum. This includes a demonstration on 3D printing and laser cutting parts on each machine.
About the instructor:James Reinhardt is an Industrial Designer and Artist in Seattle. Since graduating from the Rhode Island School of design in 2004, James has been working with metal, glass, wood, acylic and other mixed mediums in addition to computer modeling, information architecture, graphic design and furniture design.
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Share this class The Science Behind Materials
MaterialsMember: $149.25
Non-Member: $199.00Register Fridays 6:00-9:00 pm
May 24, 2013 - Jun 07, 2013
Instructor: David SapiroHow do you choose the best material for your project? It's an important decision that can impact the success (or failure) of your design. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. This course is here to help!
This 3-week course will teach the practical aspects of materials science and how science is applicable to every day design projects. There will be an introduction to chemistry and physics for everyday use and from there, students will learn the basics of solvents, polymers, natural fibers and wood, ceramics, composites, and metals. For each subject, students will explore the basic concepts to understand how to apply science to real materials. Students will leave this class with a better understanding of how to choose the best material for the job and how to work with new materials based on their structure and composition.About the instructor:David Sapiro recently earned a Bachelors degree in Chemistry and Physics, is currently working towards Masters in Materials Science at UW, and will be attending Carnegie Mellon University next year for his PhD in Materials Science with a specialization in metals. He owns a small forge and specializes in tool making. He manufactures everything from small hand tools to large power tools to specialty laboratory instruments. The combination of science and craft gives David a unique perspective on the selection and use of materials.
Visit Us
Located in the heart of Fremont, MakerHaus is easily accessible from several main arterials. Schedule a personalized tour of our workspaces and classrooms and we'll show you what MAKERHAUS is all about.
Tours are held at 1pm and 7pm daily.
info@makerhaus.com
Front Desk - 206-457-8968
122 NW 36th Street, Seattle WA 98107