Meet our team

We democratise access to the right resources, high-end tools & machinery, flexible workspaces, up-skilling workshops and a loyal community.

South London’s Creative Hub

Located in the heart of Lewisham, the Blue Garage is more than just a coworking space; it is an "Applied Commercialisation Lab." We provide the infrastructure that hardware startups and small businesses often struggle to access elsewhere, allowing them to iterate faster and scale more effectively.

What We Offer:

  • Specialised Workspaces: From private offices and flexible desks to state-of-the-art fabrication labs, including wood and metal workshops.

  • Prototyping & Production: Access to computer-controlled machinery and high-end tools that lower the capital barriers for physical product development.

  • Up-skilling Workshops: Through our "Blue Tuesdays" and structured innovation programmes, we provide hands-on mentorship in design, engineering, and business strategy.

  • An Enterprising Community: We are home to a vibrant ecosystem of designers, engineers, and tech innovators. Our members don’t just share a roof; they share expertise, feedback, and support.

Our Mission: Democratising Innovation

At Blue Garage, we believe that the next world-changing idea shouldn't be held back by a lack of resources. Our mission is to bridge the "innovation gap" for founders, engineers, and designers. We democratise access to the right resources, high-end tools, and professional machinery, providing the physical and intellectual space needed to transform a sketch into a scalable commercial reality.

A Space Built by Founders, for Founders

Founded by Michael Korn (the inventor behind KwickScreen), Blue Garage was born from a desire to support founders, designers and makers in that creative jounrnry. We understand the challenges of the "valley of death"—that critical stage between a working prototype and a market-ready product and so we are here to support you and provide that space for experimentation, fabrication, and growth.

Join the Community

Whether you are an engineer looking for a workshop, a growing team in need of a private office or a maker growing their practice, Blue Garage provides the environment to help you thrive. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, sustainable economy where local talent can lead on a national and global stage.

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    Michael Korn

    Founder & CEO

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    Alan Murrell

    Non-Executive Chairman & Co-Founder

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    Ana De Pellegrin

    Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

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    Ben Macdonald

    Community Steward, Building & Event Operator

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    Mich Dulce

    Grants & Funding

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    Maryam Moarefvand

    Social Media & Community Communications

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    Stephen Russell

    Textile Lab Partner - Materialise Lab

    https://www.materialiselab.com/

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    Tom Burr

    Textile Lab Partner - Materialise Lab

    https://www.materialiselab.com/

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    Holly Ramjaun

    Screen Print Partner - Orto Print Studio

    https://www.ortoprintstudio.com/

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    Callum Hay-Montier

    Blue Factory & Finance

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    Barney Medhurst

    Membership & Sales

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