think[box] is unique in its accessibility, says operations manager Ian Charnas

User-friendly workshops bring high-tech maker world down to earth

Fresh Water Cleveland: Places such as think[box] allow Clevelanders to dive into the high-tech world, even without formal training. think[box] is open to the public 52 hours per week, which stands in stark contrast to how other universities operate such space. “Typically in universities, if you want to use the cool stuff, you have to be part of the old boys’ club or pull favor trades,” said operations manager Ian Charnas.