Design Studio / Virtual tour
Step inside the CDIE studio.
Explore the spaces where students sketch, build, discuss and refine their ideas.
Explore the studio
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Hold the next version of your idea.
Use FDM and SLA printing to move from a digital design to a physical model. A printed prototype can help you explore shape, fit and the changes needed for the next iteration.
For machine models, build volumes, available materials, achievable tolerances and file requirements, turnaround and charges and booking eligibility, ask the team.
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Nine ways to make something.
Browse the workshop areas, then open any one of them in the room above.
Design and CAD
Electronics
3D printing
Co-working
Textiles and upholstery
Metalworking
Woodworking
CNC and Laser Engraving
Casting and Moulding
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The two sides
Where the work happens.
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Design and CAD, electronics, 3D printing, co-working, and textiles and upholstery.
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Engineering & Prototyping Workshop: CNC machining, laser cutting, metal fabrication, and tool storage.
FAQs
Questions about the studio.
Who can use the studio?
The studio currently supports projects tied to the M.Sc. Medical Device Innovation programme. If you have a project or a collaboration in mind, contact the team to discuss how it might fit.
How do I book, and what does it cost?
Contact the team with your project, the area you need and your preferred timing, and they will explain the current arrangements. Booking routes and any charges are still being confirmed.
What if I have not used a tool before?
Ask the CDIE staff member on shift before using any equipment you are not familiar with. They will show you how to use it safely, and some areas require a safety induction first.
When is the studio open?
The CDIE team is available Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Hours for a particular area depend on staff cover, so contact the team before you plan a working session.
Where is the studio, and how do I get there?
The Design Studio is on the 2nd floor of the Kenyatta University Graduate School, off Thika Superhighway at Exit 11. Please contact the team before travelling so we can confirm where to meet you.