Hello.
We are SPACE 162, a place for creativity, exploration and experimentation at Høgskolen på Vestlandet in Bergen. Come here to build your projects, meet people, share ideas or just sit down and look out the window while listening to the gentle hum of people and machines making things.
The Space is set up as a modern FabLab with most of the tools you'll need to ideate, prototype and build ideas. This incudes common digital fabriaction tools like 3D printers, laser cutters and milling machines, together with equipment for developing electronics. We also have hand tools and a speaker for music.
FAQ
Opening hours
We have staffed opening hours from 09–15, Monday–Thursday.
Can anyone join?
Yes, anyone enrolled in a study programme at HVL can join SPACE 162 and get basic access. If you're from outside HVL, we can only accommodate you during opening hours. For other enquiries, please reach out to our team at space162@hvl.no.
How can I get access?
To get card access, you have to attend a general safety course. This gives you access to the room, and basic all equipment labeled green. Read more about our label system under Machine Documentation
Do you give machine-specific training?
Yes, we provide do both machine-specific training and courses in CAD software. See our course calendar for an overview.