World’s First 3D-Printed Hotel Proposed for Small Texas TownWorld’s First 3D-Printed Hotel Proposed for Small Texas Town

Is the future of hotel construction in 3D?

The world’s first 3D-printed hotel is proposed at El Cosmico, which is a unique 21-acre lodging facility that includes tents, trailers, yurts and teepees and situated in the small city of Marfa, Texas. Iconic boutique hotelier Liz Lambert, who founded Bunkhouse Group, plans to relocate and expand El Cosmico on a nearby 60-acre plot that will showcase entirely new architectural approaches made possible with 3D construction printing.

Collaborating with design/architectural firm Bjarke Ingels Group and construction technology company ICON, the proposed complex is slated to include otherworldly dome-shaped lodgings that will appear to organically rise from Marfa’s remote desert landscape. When completed, the improvements will showcase a radical new approach to lodging development.

While a major milestone achievement, utilization of 3D construction printing is in its infancy. In the near term, challenges facing widespread adoption of this new phenomenon include the need to create standards for this innovative method while ensuring safety and compliance. Additionally, development of specialized materials suitable for 3D printing, optimizing their properties for construction purposes and scaling up production will all take time. As technology progresses, 3D construction printing will substantially influence cost-effectiveness, sustainability and innovative design.

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