Fixie
London-based 3D printing service bureau specializing in architectural model making using stereolithography (SLA) technology for architects and the AEC sector.
- CEO / Founder
- Michelle Greeff
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $762K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- Innovate UK
Technology & Products
Key Products
Client presentation models; design refinement/rapid prototyping models; competition models; large-format models (up to 750x750x550mm build volume); finishing services
Technological Advantage
Laser-based stereolithography printers with large build volumes (750x750x550mm) enabling detailed, scalable multi-piece architectural models
Differentiation
Value Proposition
High-detail, fast-turnaround architectural models produced via laser SLA 3D printing with in-house finishing (spray painting, assembly, mounting).
How They Differentiate
Sole focus on architectural model making (vs general-purpose 3D print bureaus), combined with in-house traditional model-making finishing services
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Architecture firms and model makers, including AJ Top 100 practices
Industry Verticals
Architecture, AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction)
Competitors
Hobs 3D; iMakr; AMS3D (UK architectural/model-making 3D print bureaus)
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
2018: Company incorporated (November 2018); 2019: Founded and co-located with Kandor Modelmakers in Stratford, London; 2019: Produced AJ100 Awards trophies; 2020: Secured £100K Innovate UK Sustainable Innovation Fund grant; 2021: Secured £500K Innovate UK SMART Grant with AMRC for WebXR/AR research; 2023: Moved to Wembley Commercial Centre; 2024: Registered new charge (debt facility)
Notable Customers
Works with AJ Top 100 architectural firms; Zaha Hadid Architects (referenced in case studies); HLM Architects