Is 3D Printing the Future of Housing?

Source: CompareMyMove.com

What exactly is 3D printed housing? Compare My Move state:

“the technique involves ‘printing’ houses through layer upon layer of concrete ink.”

adding:

“[the] technology could alleviate the housing crisis with affordable ‘print-on-demand’ homes; provide fast and permanent shelter in disaster-hit areas; make construction a safer and cleaner industry; and even lay the foundations of colonies on the Moon and Mars.”

3D Printing Housing Infographic

Creative Houses From Reclaimed Stuff

We’ve covered TED.com videos several times before; each video features one of the world’s most fascinating thinkers and doers, who are challenged to give the talk of their lives (in 18 minutes).

In this funny and insightful talk from TEDxHouston, builder Dan Phillips tours us through a dozen homes he’s built in Texas using recycled and reclaimed materials in wildly creative ways. Brilliant, low-tech design details will refresh your own creative drive.