Learn to design and build real things

Desk Job Design Lab hosts creative workshops, social events, and private maker lessons in Brooklyn

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Upcoming workshops

Our philosophy

  • Build useful things

    Every workshop means making something you'll actually use, like a Pomodoro clock or desk lamp, so you learn the skills and leave with something functional to show off or inspire your next build.

  • Lead with curiosity

    Learning to design and build things should be fun and self-directed. That's why all our workshops are hands-on: to equip you with the skills and confidence to explore on your own (or at Office Hours!)

  • Demystify complexity

    Think Ms. Frizzle meets Mythbusters. Our goal is to help you understand things at a fundamental level so you can comfortably prototype and think using the language of design and fabrication.
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In the workshop

3D Printing

Bambu X1C and PLA/PETG/TPU/ABS filament

Electronics

Soldering stations, microcontrollers, sensors, desktop power supply, LEDs, displays, breadboards/wires for prototyping, and Micro Center across the street

Woodworking

Bandsaw, DeWalt cordless tools, portable chopsaw, Japanese hand saws, chisels, jack planes, rasps, cordless shop vac, and sawhorses for outside cuts

Textiles

Sewing and embroidery machine, upholstery gun, cutting plotter, vinyl weeding tools, and heat press

Bring your own ideas

We'll work with you as makers to design, plan, and build anything from software to furniture. Schedule a free 15-minute chat where we'll go over your idea and how we can help.

Book a free consulation