We are Revelstoke’s Fab Lab.

The Idea Factory is a home-grown fabrication lab all about hands-on experimentation, innovation and collaboration, providing the digital manufacturing technology, tools and in-depth skills training for our community to learn and create.

The Revelstoke Idea Factory is the brainchild of the Revelstoke Fabrication Lab Society, established in 2018 in partnership with the Community Economic Development division of the City of Revelstoke, and supported by funding from the provincial government’s Rural Dividend grant and regional Economic Opportunity Fund.

The Board & Team

  • Luke Norman

    CHAIR

    Luke is a software engineer with over 10 years of experience and a degree in computer science from the University of Cambridge. From agile prototyping to mission critical systems in the avalanche industry, he has a deep breadth of experience building web applications. When he's not behind his computer Luke can be found with his wife and dog, exploring the mountains around his home in Revelstoke, BC.

  • Steve Baker

    DIGITAL FABRICATION SPECIALIST
    & TECH COORDINATOR

    With a background in engineering, and an obsession with making things, Steve can usually be found designing, making, fixing or teaching. Whatever your project, he will be happy to help.

  • Meghan Porath

    TREASURER

    Meghan is the executive director for the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre and a self taught graphic designer. She has a background in tourism management and operational management, working for several start up businesses and non profits.

  • Steph Abel

    Steph is new addition to the board, who stands out from the other tech-savvy members by bringing a creative entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving. When she is not working on her business, Revelstoke Cleaning Co. She can be found enjoying the area's peaceful surroundings with her good boy, Griffin.

  • Kim Kappler

    Kim Kappler

    In 2019, Kim relocated from Calgary to Revelstoke. Having earned a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Alberta, he has gained experience in various fields such as 3D design, research and development, product development, manufacturing, and project management. Kim is now a self-employed consultant engineer licensed in both BC and Alberta.

  • Stephen Hews

    In October of 2022, Stephen relocated to Revelstoke and established his own architectural and landscape architecture design practice, where he serves as the principal. His expertise as a professional landscape architect and urban planner requires him to apply various skills such as using 3D modeling software, creating visualizations and graphics, developing construction documentation, utilizing 3D printing and model making, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and collaborating with professionals from different disciplines. Prior to starting his own practice, Stephen was employed by a large national design firm, where he contributed to significant commercial, institutional, and civic projects across Canada. He has a strong passion for sustainable design and enjoys teaching, learning, and working on design projects of all sizes in collaboration with others.

  • Jeffrey Polster

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Richie Liebrecht

    VICE CHAIR

  • Jack Sutter

    BOARD MEMBER