The Dubai Future Foundation is the first office building with an entirely 3D-printed design that utilizes the modern technology to create cost-effective architecture. The office space features a modern and curvilinear shape complete with a spacious layout that is equally as modern. The building will house space to host events, meetings, workshops and offices for workers.
The design of the Dubai Future Foundation was executed by the firm Gensler and it entailed constructing the building using a stacking technique to arrange the printed layers of concrete on top of one another to form the structure's exterior. Thanks to the use of 3D-printing technology, the building only required one machine to put the space together -- greatly reducing the overall building costs.
3D-Printed Office Buildings
The Dubai Future Foundation Opts For Cost-Effective Printed Materials
Trend Themes
1. Cost-effective Architecture - 3D-printing technology allows for the creation of cost-effective office buildings.
2. Spacious and Modern Layouts - 3D-printed office buildings can feature modern and curvilinear shapes with spacious layouts.
3. Efficient Construction Techniques - The stacking technique used in 3D-printed office buildings streamlines the construction process.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - The construction industry can leverage 3D-printing to create cost-effective and efficient office buildings.
2. Architecture - Architects can explore innovative designs and layouts for 3D-printed office buildings.
3. Event Management - Event management companies can benefit from utilizing 3D-printed office buildings for hosting events and workshops.