LAU Creative Space Lab

General Guidelines

• The Creative Space is dedicated to creative projects, research, and fabrication.
• Faculty walk-ins are welcome for individual creative work, prototyping, and exploration.
• Faculty use of equipment requires prior reservation; walk-ins may use the equipment only if no other reservation is scheduled.
• Students have priority in this space – thus, if a faculty and student walk-in at the same time, the student will have priority to use available equipment.
• Specialized equipment may require a brief orientation before independent use.
• Faculty should meet with the Creative Space Supervisor to log on to their visit upon arrival.
• No food; drinks allowed only in closed containers.

1. Reservation Procedure

• Faculty may reserve: Equipment and/or computers for personal research or project work OR The entire space for workshops or class sessions.
• Reservations for the entire space must be made at least two weeks prior to the desired date.
• Contact the Creative Space supervisor to reserve the entire space.

2. General Conduct

• Respect the space and other users.
• Clean your area before leaving.
• Return tools and chairs to their original place.
• Report issues immediately to the supervisor.
• Keep cables and materials organized to prevent tripping or damage.

3. 3D Printing Guidelines

• All 3D print work requires booking prior to work.
• Individuals seeking to perform 3D printing must first pass through a training session with the Creative Space Supervisor.
• All 3D prints must be cleared through the Creative Space supervisor before printing begins.
• All materials must be purchased through the creative space or approved for use by the creative space supervisor.

4. 3D Scanning Guidelines

• All 3d scanning requires prior booking.
• Individuals seeking to perform 3D scanning must first pass through a training session with the Creative Space Supervisor.

5. Workstations

• Workstations require booking; advance booking is recommended but may also be done on arrival if there are free workstations.
• Use headphones for audio tasks.

6. Embroidery and Sewing Machine Guidelines

• All embroidery and/or sewing machine work requires prior to booking.
• Individuals seeking to use the embroidery and/or sewing machines must first pass through a training session with the Creative Space Supervisor.
• Long sleeves must be secure, rolled, or fitted.
• Keep hair tied back to prevent personal harm.
• Report broken or missing tools immediately.

The Creative Space is not a space for general study – it is a space for active, creative pursuits!

1. Not Allowed in the Lab

• No studying or unrelated homework.
• No group study sessions.
• No sitting without purpose.
• No food.
• Drinks are allowed only in closed containers.

2. General, Creative Consultation

• Individuals are encouraged to book a creative consultation with the lab supervisor before booking time on any machine or beginning work in the space.

3. 3D Printing Guidelines

• All 3D print work requires booking prior to work.
• Individuals seeking to perform 3D printing must first pass through a training session with the Creative Space Supervisor.
• All 3D prints must be cleared through the Creative Space supervisor before printing begins.
• All materials must be purchased through the creative space or approved for use by the creative space supervisor.

4. 3D Scanning Guidelines

• All 3D scanning is required prior to booking.
• Individuals seeking to perform 3D scanning must first pass through a training session with the Creative Space Supervisor.

5. Workstations

• Workstations require booking; advance booking is recommended but may also be done on arrival if there are free workstations.
• Use headphones for audio tasks.

6. Embroidery and Sewing Machine Guidelines

• All embroidery and/or sewing machine work requires booking prior to work.
• Individuals seeking to use the embroidery and/or sewing machines must first pass through a training session with the Creative Space Supervisor.
• Long sleeves must be secure, rolled, or fitted.
• Keep hair tied back to prevent personal harm.
• Report broken or missing tools immediately.

7. General Conduct

• Respect the space and other users.
• Clean your area before leaving.
• Return tools and chairs to their original place.
• Report issues immediately to the supervisor.
• Keep cables and materials organized to prevent tripping or damage.

8. Walk-in Policy

• Walk-ins are welcome but must be actively working on a creative endeavor.
• Walk-ins may use the equipment in the space provided there is no existing booking for the equipment, and they are trained in its use.