Arts x Tech Lab

A dedicated, open and welcoming space for emerging and mid-career artists and practitioners working in the intersection of arts and technology.

Last updated on 13 October 2026

About the Arts x Tech initiative

The Arts x Tech Initiative by the National Arts Council (NAC) champions innovation and experimentation. It fosters collaboration across the arts and technology sectors, encouraging arts practitioners to explore and integrate technology into their practice.

About the Arts x Tech Lab

The Arts x Tech Lab serves as a dedicated, open and welcoming space for emerging and mid-career artists and practitioners working in the intersection of arts and technology. As a pilot initiative, the Lab hosts regular, curated and artist-led activities - including talks, workshops, showcases, and community meet ups - to build competencies and networks. Ultimately, the Lab drives innovation and new artistic endeavours, bridging arts and technology conversations to develop Singapore's vibrant arts scene.

As a dedicated space for the arts x tech community, the Arts x Tech Lab supports learning, experimentation and networking through:

Free access and booking of the space
Complimentary use of equipment such as electronics, audiovisual devices, fabrication and prototyping resources
Exciting range of local and international programmes such as workshops, talks, networking mixers and more
Collaboration opportunities for arts x tech programmes

The Arts x Tech Lab is located at:

Address: Aliwal Arts Centre, 28 Aliwal St, Singapore 199918, #02-05

Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays, from 7:00am - 11:00pm

📢Important note: Before you visit, please do check out the dates when the Lab is closed for other activities and events on our Arts x Tech Lab Notion page here (opens in new tab) and plan your visit accordingly.

Getting ready to visit the Lab? Here's what to know before you arrive.

Getting started

1) Understanding the Space

Please read the Community Guidelines below.

2) Getting Access

Please retrieve the passcode here (opens in new tab) to enter the Lab. Before you visit, do check out the dates above when the Lab is closed for other activities and events and plan your visit accordingly.

3) Using Equipment

You may find out more about the available equipment here (opens in new tab) in the Lab.

4) Staying Involved

Subscribe to the Arts x Tech Lab Mailing List (opens in new tab) for updates on exciting programmes and opportunities at the Lab!

5) Getting Support

Please reach out to:

Hariharan Ambalavan (Hariharan_AMBALAVANAN@nac.gov.sg)
Chrystal Ho (Chrystal_HO@nac.gov.sg)
Catherine Tan (Catherine_TAN@nac.gov.sg)

Community guidelines

As this is an open and welcoming space for shared and collective use, we strive to maintain a safe, collaborative, and sustainable environment.

1) Keep the Lab Welcoming for Everyone

We're all in this together, so let's make sure the Lab stays comfortable and organised for others. When you're wrapping up, take a moment to tidy up your area - think of it as leaving a little gift for whoever uses the Lab next.

2) Handle Shared Resources with Care

After using any equipment or moving furniture around, please return everything to its original position. This helps everyone find what they need quickly and keeps the Lab looking its best.

Please report any damage, malfunction, or missing items immediately to the contacts listed below.

3) Be Considerate of Others

Please keep conversations and activities at a reasonable level that lets everyone focus on their projects. A little consideration goes a long way in helping everyone do their best work.

Please be mindful if others are waiting to use the equipment or space, as sharing helps everyone to learn and experiment together.

4) Collaborate and Learn

The Lab thrives on curiosity — share your process, ask questions, and support others’ experiments and projects!

5) Safety First, Always

Please avoid modifications, unsafe installations, or actions that could damage property or pose hazardous risks to others.

We'd love to keep our equipment happy and functioning, so please enjoy your snacks and drinks away from the electronics and machinery.

6) Security for Peace of Mind

The Lab is monitored by CCTV cameras to help keep our space, equipment, and community members safe and secure.

By using the Lab, please note that you consent to being recorded while in the lab. Rest assured that the footage is used only for security purposes such as in cases of theft, damage, or misuse. If equipment is reported missing, Lab management may review footage to identify responsible parties.