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The World's First 3D-Printed Village Is Coming To Latin America This Summer

Friday May 10, 2019. 01:30 AM , from Slashdot
MikeChino writes: Yves Behar, ICON, and New Story just unveiled plans to build the world's first 3D-printed community this summer in Latin America. The project will provide over 50 homes for impoverished families who typically live on less than $200 per month. ICON has developed a portable printer that will print the walls of each home in just 24 hours with nearly zero waste. 'Each site-specific house will feature an outdoor kitchen and an expanded outdoor area for raising chickens and crops,' reports Dwell. 'The open-plan interior living areas are optimized for natural ventilation and flexibility. The 3D printer will allow for built-in elements ranging from countertops in the kitchen and bathroom to seating and shelving.' ICON has made a video about the plans with mockups of what the homes will look like.

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