Our Team
FarmLab is led by Silvia and Martin, bringing together architects, makers, technologists, forest owners and farmers to merge craft, digital fabrication, and nature-based solutions for a sustainable future.
Martin Gutmann
Martin Gutmann is an architect and digital fabrication expert with a strong focus on large-scale additive manufacturing. He co-founded FarmLab in Kapfenstein after several years in Barcelona, where he managed Fab Lab Tinkerers and was site manager at Valldaura Labs, the Green Fab Lab of IAAC. He is a certified Fab Academy graduate and holds an MSc in Engineering Management. Beyond FarmLab, Martin works as project manager and 3D concrete printing specialist at BauMit, while continuing to develop EU-funded projects and teaching activities. His expertise bridges rural craftsmanship, experimental prototyping, and advanced digital technologies.
Silvia Brandi
Silvia Brandi is a cultural manager with a background in architecture and over 15 years of experience in sustainability-focused cultural and educational projects. She has directed international initiatives such as the Fixing the Future Festival in Barcelona, managed educational programs at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia, and led the training department of Abacus cooperative. At FarmLab, Silvia coordinates residencies, workshops, and European collaborations, ensuring a strong connection between local resources, cultural innovation, and sustainable practices. Her work emphasizes building partnerships, developing funding opportunities, and designing impactful learning experiences.