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Fellows & Partners - Community Focused

Fellows - At Blue Garage, we believe that innovation begins with a supportive community. That’s why our mission extends beyond providing workspaces, we aim to empower individuals and uplift communities through collaboration, education, and knowledge sharing.

Partners - We are passionate about creating a space for learning that is inclusive, accessible, and inspiring. Through strategic partnerships with schools, colleges, businesses, and community organisations, Blue Garage aims to create an environment where learning is hands-on and transformative.

Donate - If you would like to support our mission to empower the local community and provide accessible resources for creators, you can make a donation. All contributions directly support workshops, educational programs, and community initiatives, ensuring that more people have access to design and engineering opportunities.

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Let us know how you could help
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30 ENGATE  - Our building 

Blue Garage is part of a creative space at 30 Engate, alongside established businesses like KwickScreen (healthcare products) and IKAWA (coffee roaster manufacturers).

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FELLOW 3.7

Share Knowledge, Inspire Others

Our Fellows Program invites members and experts from various fields—design, engineering, entrepreneurship, and beyond—to contribute their skills and experiences. By giving back, Fellows become essential to our mission of fostering creativity and accessibility.

Ways to Give:

  • Workshops: Host hands-on sessions to teach skills like woodworking, 3D printing, product ideation and more. 

  • Clinics: Provide personalized advice or troubleshoot challenges for members and the local community. 

  • Talks & Panels: Share your journey, challenges, and successes to inspire budding inventors and entrepreneurs. 

  • Collaborative Projects: Partner with us on initiatives aimed at addressing community challenges, such as creating sustainable solutions or innovative designs for social impact.

Benefits of Giving: 

  • Amplify your impact by helping others develop their
    skills. 

  • Network with like-minded professionals and emerging
    talents. 

  • Boost your profile through Blue Garage’s events and
    communication channels. 

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    NICHOLAS COUTTS

    Nicholas is an expert in designing and marketing innovative services, with a focus on commercializing early-stage projects and research. He developed an innovation toolkit to boost startup success and reduce youth unemployment.

    As VP of Global Distribution Strategy at IBM, Nicholas oversaw $4B+ in channel sales, managing strategies for 48,000 partners worldwide.

    His diverse experience spans roles as a reseller, integrator, distributor, and vendor, with expertise in strategy, performance, and customer experience.

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    Andrew White

    Andrew White is a Chartered UK and European Patent Attorney at Mathys & Squire LLP.  He helps advise many startups develop and implement cost-effective IP strategies.  He can provide guidance on IP agreements, patentability and other IP issues. 

    Andrew has been commended by clients for his proactive approach and understanding of business strategy. Recommended in the 2022 edition of The Legal 500, Andrew is described as “an exceptional patent attorney”“who knows exactly the perfect way to construct a patent application.”

PARTNER 4.2

Opportunities for Growth and Development

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Ways to Learn:

  • Workshops & Training: Scheduled sessions, from beginner to advanced levels, in areas such as product development, sustainable design, and advanced manufacturing techniques. 

  • Apprenticeships & Internships: Opportunities for young people to gain industry experience and exposure to real-world projects. 

  • Community Events: Open days, and events that bring people together. 

  • Mentorship: Pairing budding inventors with experienced designers, engineers, or business professionals to accelerate their growth.
    Our learning initiatives are tailored to engage individuals from all backgrounds, particularly those with limited access to tools, education, or creative spaces. 

DONATE 7.1

Support the local community and future inventors

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Impact in the Lewisham Community

  • Collaborating with local schools to host workshops that spark curiosity and creativity among young learners. 

  • Partnering with charities and organizations to provide low-cost training programs for underserved groups. 

  • Offering community access days, where non-members can experience the workshops and gain exposure to tools and technology. 

  • Hosting maker challenges that bring together people of all ages to solve local problems through innovation.


By fostering a spirit of giving and learning, Blue Garage ensures that our space is not just a workplace but a catalyst for positive change, both for individuals and the wider community. 

BLUE GARAGE