Enjoy Our Hackerspace
Our hackerspace is open whenever CDS is open. Come in and work on your projects, or just hang out and chat with other members. Our amazing community is incredibly knowledgeable!
BU INFORMATION LAB & DESIGN SPACE
BUILDS
An inclusive group of students, artists, hackers, and organizers who believe in the do-it-yourself attitude and hacker ethic.
Come join our community, hang out, and be in good company! We'll welcome you with open arms regardless of what you know and who you are! Our hackerspace is open at all hours of the day. We are dedicated to providing every member with the tools and resources they need to pursue their passions.
Pursue Personal Projects
We provide everything you need to bring your ideas to life. We have a variety of tools and equipment available for use, including a 3D printer, soldering irons, power tools, computers, and more.
Attend Events
We host events as well. Learn some new technologies during our workshop events, gain academic and professional knowledge during our speaker events, etc.
What is Hacking?
The idea of hacking is learning and building upon existing ideas and reinventing systems.
Think of hacking as the opportunity to take things apart, fix, or improve upon those ideas or systems to learn and understand how they work.
No matter who you are, you can create art and something inspiring on a computer, electronics, and anything that you put your mind to.
If you feel strongly about an idea or want to learn about something, show your enthusiasm, be bold, and you’ll find people who share your passion of discovery and learning here at BUILDS!
The Philosophy of the Hacker Ethic
- Figure things out
- Improve what already exists
- Share your knowledge
- Mistrust authority
- Promote decentralization
HACKING
Contact Us
665 Commonwealth Ave
Room 220
Boston, MA 02215
builds@bu.edu