Architecture

The use of 3D printing technologies has been increasingly present over the past few years in the construction industry. This is for a few reasons, notably it allows the creation of lower-cost houses quicker in order to address the ever-growing…

Shortly after the world’s first 3D printed post office in Bengaluru, Telangana, a state in India, is making architectural history by spearheading the construction of the world’s first 3D printed Hindu temple. Located within the picturesque Charvitha Meadows in Siddipet,…

From May 20, 2023, to November 26, 2023, the 18th International Architecture Biennale will take place in Venice. This edition, titled “The Laboratory of the Future,” will showcase the participating exhibitors’ focus on climate neutrality and decolonization. The works of…

Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is playing an increasingly significant role in the field of construction. The construction industry has recognized the numerous benefits offered by this technology, including the ability to create intricate designs, as well as…

Could it be possible to build more energy-efficient 3D-printed buildings using what we know about termites? Possibly, if researchers at Lund University in Sweden and Nottingham Trent University in England are to be believed. While studying the termite mounds of…

Humanitarian aid is defined by the European Commission as “delivering life-saving assistance to those in need, without any adverse distinction.” This help is done outside the boundaries of politics, religion and the military in order to help those who are…

Additive manufacturing provides significant design flexibility across various industries, including construction. Moreover, 3D printing plays a crucial role in material conservation, leading to a more sustainable construction process with reduced carbon emissions. As a result, an increasing number of companies…

According to URB, a prominent player in the advancement of sustainable cities worldwide, numerous cities, including Dubai, are expected to confront the challenges of rising seas and coastal flooding by the end of the 21st century. These events primarily stem…

In a groundbreaking development, Thailand has witnessed the construction of its first-ever 3D printed medical center. This cutting-edge facility, built by SCG (Siam Cement Group) using COBOD’s BOD2 printer, showcases the immense potential of additive manufacturing in revolutionizing healthcare infrastructure.…

In a fascinating and seamless blend of tradition, modernity, and innovation, professors John Lin and Lidia Ratoi from the University of Hong Kong have breathed new life into an abandoned wooden house in China. Through the integration of 3D printed…

Worth an estimated value of $750 billion by 2031, 3D printing in the construction sector certainly seems to have a bright future ahead of it. And for good reason, this manufacturing method offers multiple benefits on different levels: a reduction…

Today, we’ll be taking you on a journey to Japan, specifically to the Kanazawa Shrine located on the central island of Honshū, where we’ll be exploring a new 3D printed pavilion. Conceived by architects Kei Atsumi and Nicholas Préaud, the…