# Robot-Made Wooden Benches The University of British Columbia Has Robotically Fabricated Furniture By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotically-fabricated References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/02/wander-wood-pavilion-robotic-timber-fabrication-university-british-columbia-vancouver/) & [ubc](https://www.ubc.ca/) The manufacturing process is being severely impacted by cutting-edge developments in the tech industry and this robotically fabricated bench is a clear example of that. Fifteen students from the [School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-handloom-day) (SALA) and the [Centre for Advanced Wood Processing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-house) (CAWP) collaborated on a [temporary wooden pavilion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-flax-pavilion) that exhibited a masterful application of computational skills. Supported by 21 external partners, the students debut a robotically fabricated bench. The creation is a result of a workshop ('Robot Made: Large-Scale Robotic Timber Fabrication in Architecture') that took a look of how digital tools are impacting both the design and manufacturing industries. With an exceptionally sculptural design, the public seating is definitely eye-catching and interesting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Robotics in Manufacturing:** The use of robotics in the manufacturing process is disrupting traditional methods and creating new opportunities for increased efficiency and precision. - **Integration of Digital Tools in Design:** The integration of digital tools in the design process is revolutionizing the way products are conceptualized and created, leading to innovative and visually stunning designs. - **Collaborative Workshops in Architecture:** Collaborative workshops between students, industry partners, and academic institutions are fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of architectural design and construction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry can embrace robotic automation to streamline production processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality. - **Design:** The design industry can capitalize on digital tools to create visually striking and unique products that stand out in the market. - **Architecture and Construction:** The architecture and construction industry can benefit from collaborative workshops to explore new materials, techniques, and design possibilities, ultimately creating more sustainable and aesthetically appealing structures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reconfigurable Timber Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkhive.md) - [Playful Outdoor Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-new-raw-1.md) - [3D-Printed Wooden Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/econitwood.md) - [Sculptural Gravity Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-bench.md) - [Voice-Led Fabrication Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speech-to-reality.md) - [Elegantly Airy Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-bench.md) - [Dual Sculpture Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immaterial-0001.md) - [Sustainable Paper-Infused Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detalji-bench.md) - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md)