Facilities

Our facilities include an architectural robotics lab, a workshop, media lab, library and a digital fabrications lab.

Library

The Architecture Library is conveniently located within the School, offering access to its collection of books, journals, reference and technical literature and audio-visual material.

Architectural robotics lab

A 6-axis high accuracy robotic arm to research the potential for robotic construction and digital fabrication in architecture.

Digital fabrication lab

The digital fabrication laboratory at the Welsh School of Architecture is a facility for the digital fabrication of computer-generated components and models.

Living lab

The Living Lab was designed to encourage and support greater engagement with local communities, industry and the professions, as well as with fellow academics in Cardiff University and beyond.

Hybrid studio

The Hybrid studio provides an ideal environment for the reviews, tutorials and conversations that are so central to design teaching and learning.

Workshop

The workshop is managed by Dan Tilbury and assisted by Mark Blenkin. Together they have a breadth of skills in carpentry, furniture design and model making.

Postgraduate research student spaces

Our postgraduate students have their own dedicated spaces within Bute building for both rest and study.

Exhibition space

The Exhibition Space is at the centre of the building and is used by staff and students for large meetings, conferences, events, exhibitions and open days.