Robot muralist gives Tesla Gigafactory a colorful graffiti makeover

Tesla’s Berlin Gigafactory is undergoing a unique artistic transformation as a robot muralist paints colorful graffiti across its extensive concrete exterior walls. Initially, local graffiti crews began the project, but to cover the entire 1.2-square-mile factory, Tesla integrated advanced technology by employing a robotic painter developed in collaboration with a startup. This robot uses a print head with multiple nozzles and a Kevlar cable lifting mechanism to spray millions of tiny paint dots, enabling large-scale, precise murals. The artwork includes contributions from global artists as well as Tesla’s in-house designs, blending Berlin’s vibrant street art culture with Tesla’s high-tech identity. The murals draw inspiration not only from Berlin’s local spirit but also from Tesla’s products and the factory itself, reflecting a fusion of art, technology, and place. Vincent Krause, the workplace design lead at the Gigafactory, emphasized that the project is ongoing, aiming to cover all factory surfaces with this creative expression. Opened in 2022 after