3D Laser Cutter

The Glowforge team wanted to create a new type of laser-cutter – one that is compact, user-friendly and intuitive. In addition, while laser cutters typically belong in a shop environment, the Glowforge needed to feel right at home in any home or creative office environment – and if possible outshine any other devices in the room. After a few quick rounds of sketch concepts, the screen-printed glass on top gave it the perfect combination of the required inspection window, overall strength for the main housing and a simplified and sophisticated look for a large consumer product. Another major feature is the sculpted and grip-friendly handle, which gives Glowforge a great first impression – both visually and through interaction. The accessory air filter unit, which nests right underneath the laser cutter, allows the product to be placed anywhere in the room without needing to install a window exhaust pipe. In September 2015, Glowforge made history by launching the biggest 30-day crowd funding campaign ever, raising almost $28 million in a single month. We can’t wait to receive our product and start cutting away – perhaps starting a small production of some of our new ideas!