Established in 2013, the Digital Fabrication Lab (DFL) is a distinguished Research Group affiliated with CEAU/FAUP, dedicated to the investigation of digital design and manufacturing technologies within the realms of design and construction. The research conducted in this field holds immense significance due to the profound impact of these technologies within the discipline. These advancements have not only exponentially expanded the scope of design thinking, representation and materialization, but have also brought about a revolutionary transformation in the dynamics of data flow among humans, machines, and the environment.

Within this flexible and augmented context, the DFL endeavors to explore novel approaches that support design customization and sustainability, spanning from the scale of materials to entire buildings. Equipped with state-of-the-art technological resources (eg, Computation, AI, 3D printing, Robotics, VR/AR…) and benefiting from a cohesive, multidisciplinary team, the DFL is fully dedicated to driving forward research initiatives, both autonomously and in collaboration with industry partners. This activity is complemented educational initiatives, extension programs, and effective public outreach. By recognizing the convergence between the digital and the material realms, the DFL serves as a pioneering laboratory that seeks to comprehend, transform, and evolve this ever-evolving reality.