Shapiro Design Lab
We offer creative workspaces and expert guidance for students, faculty, and staff to develop, experiment, and collaborate on projects through the use of a variety of available tools — from hands-on and digital prototype and design equipment to community engagement resources.
Find out more about our work and the principles that guide and inform our commitments.
Our services
During the Shapiro Library’s open hours, the PIE Space (prototype, inspire, and explore) is available for individual use, as well as group or organization reservations.
Our workshop and media production rooms are available by reservation following completion of our online training modules in Canvas, which cover our policies, procedures, and hardware.
Reservations to use workshop stations or media production rooms must be made 12 hours in advance.
We're also happy to help remotely! Contact us at shapirodesignlab@umich.edu to schedule an online consultation.
Our spaces
Design Lab Workshop
Get creative with our 3D printers, die cutters, engraving machine, and other hands-on equipment.
Perlstein Editing Room
Equipment for audio and video production and post-production, game design, 3D and graphic design, data visualization, animation, and more.
Winberg Audio Production Room
Professional space to produce and edit audio and record music.
Design Lab PIE Space
Meet for a group project and get inspired in this open workspace.
Video Production Room
Space to make high quality videos with smartphones, tablets, or professional video cameras.
Work with us
We’re always looking for enthusiastic students to join our community. Learn about our current positions.