Drawing Circles in a World of Straight Lines
Anoush Arshakyan There is a moment in every fabrication lab when you stand in front of a machine and realize that it is more than a tool. It represents a decision: what we choose to make, and how that choice shapes the material world around us. Working for years in Fab Lab Armenia, between mountains, forests, and small cities, I
Onik Babajanyan: Harnessing the Power to Create
We are living through a time when the way we learn, produce and lead is fundamentally changing. Global systems are becoming more distributed, technologies more accessible, and communities are empowered to shape their own futures. In this landscape, leadership is defined by the ability to cultivate capability — to build environments where people can create, collaborate, and grow. As
Bridging Past and Future: Erika Mirzoyan on Armenia’s Next Creative Wave
Some creators chase novelty. Others seek to revive tradition. Erika Mirzoyan dares to do both – merging Armenia’s cultural roots with the future of biodesign. At just 23 years old, Erika has already carved out a voice in Armenia’s creative community, showing how modern design can honor heritage while imagining entirely new worlds. For Erika, Fab Lab Armenia is
Intention Encoded
From sketch to circuit, Zhirayr Ghukasyan — a Fab Academy graduate — is crafting a new design language where art meets logic, and ideas become impact by blending intention with invention. At the intersection of aesthetic intuition and engineering precision stands someone who doesn’t just design — he redefines. A recent Fab Academy graduate at Fab Lab Armenia, Zhirayr
Local & Global: How Fab Lab Armenia Contributes to Diverse, Interconnected Innovation Cultures
From Fab Lab Armenia, Dilijan to Fab Lab Armenia, Gyumri In April 2025, something powerful will unfold in the historic city of Gyumri. Fab Lab Armenia — a pioneer of creative digital design and fabrication technologies with hands-on learning — will officially launch its second branch at the State Academy of Fine Arts, opening new doors for innovation, community development, and
Fatemeh Mollaie: Weaving Science, Innovation, and Humanity in the Fabricademy Program
At Fab Lab Armenia Education Foundation, we are privileged to work with bright minds who exemplify the spirit of innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Among them is Fatemeh Mollaie, an exceptionally talented and motivated researcher whose contributions have been applied to the transformative fields of textile science, prototyping, and digital fabrication at Fab Lab Armenia. A Passion for Innovation Fatemeh’s journey
Curiosity, Courage, and Creativity: Mkhitar Evoyan’s Transformative Journey at Fab Lab Armenia
In a world that moves at the speed of innovation, it takes a certain kind of mind to pause, observe, and create something meaningful. Mkhitar Evoyan is that mind—equal parts problem-solver, dreamer, and doer. As a Technical Support Specialist at Fab Lab Armenia, Mkhitar’s journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the passion that inspires those around
Embrace the Magic of Music: Fab Lab Armenia’s Native American Flute Workshop
On a sunny Saturday afternoon in Dilijan, the Fab Lab Armenia Education Foundation was abuzz with creative energy as it hosted a captivating Native American Flute Workshop. The event, led by renowned experts Clint Goss, PhD, and Vera Shanov, brought together a diverse group of musicians, artists, and curious minds from across Armenia and beyond. Community building and community
Fabricademy Bootcamp Armenia: Creativity and Innovation in Action
This summer, the Fab Lab Armenia Foundation, in collaboration with the AGBU Katapult Creative Accelerator, hosted Anastasia Pistofidou and the Fabricademy Bootcamp participants from May 26 to June 1, 2024, in Armenia. Anastasia, an expert in digital fabrication, bio-fabrication, textiles, and wearable technologies, is the co-founder of Fabricademy and its annual Bootcamp. Now in its eighth year, the
Embrace the Magic of Music at the Breath Flute Workshop in Dilijan, Armenia!
“Music is a universal language, and the Native American flute is its heartfelt expression.” —Clinton Goss Are you ready to unlock your musical potential? On August 31, 2024, join us for the Breath Flute Workshop in beautiful Dilijan, Armenia, where you’ll learn to create and play the enchanting Native American flute. Led by the dynamic duo of renowned musician