Housed within VCU’s unique Qatar campus, Digital Design + Fabrication provides experiential learning through exploratory methodology and technological innovation. Our studios + shops combine cutting edge equipment and machinery with a specialized staff to foster a creative and inclusive environment
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DIGITAL FABRICATION STUDIO
Prusa MK4 + MK3 Printers; Delta Wasp Printer
Epliog Fusion + Fusion Pro Laser Cutters; Universal Laser Cutter; Wazer Waterjet Cutter
Cricut Venture + Maker 4 + Maker 3 plotters; Axi Draw A3 + A4 Pen Plotters
Formech Vacuum Former
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DIGITAL PRINT STUDIO
Canon ProGraph 4600 (A0) + ProGraph 2600 (A1); Epson P9900 (A0) + P800 (A2) + P900 (A2) Inkjet Plotters
HP 658 (A3 + A4); Oce Color Wave 500 (A0) Laserjet Printers
Risograph (A2), Risograph MH9530 Dual Duplicator (A3)
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WOOD SHOP
Saw Stop Table Saw; Jet Bandsaw; Grizzly Bandsaw; Makita Bandsaw; Jet Spindle Sander; Jet Edge Sander; Jet Belt/Disk Sander; Panel Saw; Jet Drill Press; Makita Mitre Saws; Delta Planer; Delta Jointer; Jet Spindle Lathe; Woodpecker Router Table;
Makita Drills; Makita Impact Drivers; Makita Orbital Sanders; Makita Jig Saws; Makita Brad Nailers (pneumatic); Porter Cable Staplers (pneumatic); Porter Cable Pin Nailers (pneumatic); Makita Trim Routers; Porter Cable Routers; Makita Heat Guns; Makita Skill Saws;
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MULTI SHOP
This shop is a multi purpose open studio space. It is intended to provide students with a variety of options including advanced machining, refinement, assembly/fabrication, and finishing options for their work.
Spray Booth; Shopbot CNC’s; Sanding Station; Assembly Tables; Tool Wall; Clamp Wall; Dropdown Pneumatics/Power
Studio is open 24/7; CNC requires certification + reservation
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Shankar Padmanabhan
Assistant Professor, Head of Digital Design + Fabrication
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Hala Alzawaydeh
Adjunct Professor, Digital Design + Fabrication Coordinator
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Dana El Ladki
Wood Shop + Fabrication Specialist
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Hagar Allam
Digital Print Technician
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Hira Nisar
Digital Fabrication Technician
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Ola Hassan
Administrative Business Assistant DDF
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Saga Elkabbash
DDF Special Projects Specialist


