Saw blades buzz, hammers pound and a 3-D printer whirs as students in Virginia Tech's Build Lab convert ideas into physical reality. Matthew Harrington and Rex Holmes, both double majors in building construction and real estate, have dedicated themselves to expanding the lab's capacity. With the help of Professor David Goldsmith, the pair was able to upgrade the facility, adding a large CNC router and many other tools, creating a hands-on learning environment for other students.
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