MaakLoods isn’t (yet) a physical place—it’s an idea.
It’s an idea centered on making, experimenting, and learning by doing. MaakLoods is a mindset: curiosity comes first, hands-on problem solving is essential, and real understanding comes from building it yourself.
Instead of a fixed workshop with walls and machines, MaakLoods lives in projects, sketches, prototypes, failures, and improved versions. It’s a digital space where ideas take shape—and where the process matters as much as the result.
The dream is to turn this virtual space into a real, physical place. There, ideas will grow, creativity will flourish, and people will come together to make remarkable things happen.
What MaakLoods stands for
MaakLoods is built on a few core principles:
- Learning by building
Understanding comes from doing. Prototypes don’t have to be perfect—they need to exist. - Experimentation over theory
Try it, test it, break it, improve it—progress happens through iteration. - Sharing knowledge and process
Share not just finished results, but also the thinking, mistakes, and lessons along the way. - Independence through skills
Building things yourself creates confidence and the freedom to design solutions that truly fit your needs.
What you’ll find on MaakLoods
MaakLoods.nl features a growing collection of maker projects and ideas, including:
- 3D printing, electronics, and robotics projects
- Workshop tools, mounts, and custom solutions
- Home automation experiments and practical DIY setups
- Design files, explanations, and build notes
Some projects work right away; others evolve over time. All contribute to learning and understanding.
A place without walls
MaakLoods may not have a physical location, but it has a clear purpose:
To explore ideas, turn concepts into reality, and document the journey.
Think of MaakLoods as a virtual workshop—always under construction, driven by curiosity, and open to anyone who enjoys making, learning, and improving things step by step.