Discover the creative precision of laser cutting.

Learn how to design and customize your own parametric boxes — laser-cut boxes whose size, proportions, material thickness and joinery are all controlled by editable parameters. By simply changing a few values (length, width, height, thickness), a completely new box design is generated automatically. This means you can create an infinite number of custom-fit, press-fit, or finger-jointed boxes from a single file — perfect for organizing tools, stationery, gifts, or anything you want to store neatly.

This beginner-friendly SkillLab is theory-based with live demonstration. We’ll design and cut a sample box, and you’ll leave with all the files and instructions you need to create your own versions later at the makerspace.

What you’ll learn:
What parametric design is and why it’s ideal for laser-cutting
How box dimensions, kerf, material thickness and joint types interact
How to use a parametric box generator and adapt it to your needs
How to prepare cutting files for the laser cutter (beginner level)
How to choose the right materials available on site
Safety basics and good practices when working with the laser cutter

What you take home:
Digital files for a base parametric box
Instructions to customize dimensions, joints, lids, patterns and shapes
*A clear workflow to design, prepare and cut your own boxes at the makerspace

Details:
* Duration: 2 hours
* Topic: Parametric boxes
* Free for members (non-members cannot attend)
* Language: English or German, depending on participants
* Instructions available in both languages

Join us and start exploring what’s possible with precision light , one laser line at a time.