This 3D printed hotel in Texas is making a splash in the construction industry

Something really cool is happening in the heart of Texas.

Marfa, this quirky little town known for its art scene, will soon be home to the world’s first 3D printed hotel.

El Cosmico, a popular campsite, is expanding with 43 new hotel rooms and 18 houses, all built using a giant 3D printer.

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A new era in hotel design

This is not your average, boxy hotel. We’re talking curvy walls, domes and wild shapes that would cost a fortune using traditional construction methods. The owner, Liz Lambert, is working with a 3D printing company called Icon and some top architects to make this dream a reality.

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The technology behind the magic

They use a special cement mixture called Lavacrete, which is pumped out by a giant robotic arm. It’s like a giant high-tech Play-Doh machine for buildings. The Vulcan, Icon’s giant 3D printer, stands 15½ feet tall and weighs 4.75 tons and is capable of creating structures with 12-foot-tall curved walls.

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Construction in progress

The first rooms are already under construction and the whole thing should be finished by 2026. Imagine telling your friends that you stayed in a 3D printed hotel room in the Lone Star State. This is a holiday story.

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More than just a hotel

This project is not just about creating a unique hotel experience. Local housing needs are also addressed. More 3D printed affordable housing units are being built in Marfa, showcasing designs from Icon’s global architectural competition.

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The visionaries behind the project

Liz Lambert, the creative force behind El Cosmico, sees this as the realization of a long-standing dream. She emphasizes the project’s potential to create economic opportunities and contribute to the cultural fabric of Marfa.

Icon CEO Jason Ballard emphasizes the personal significance of the project given his ties to West Texas.

Bjarke Ingels, founder of the Bjarke Ingels Group, describes the design as a dialogue between El Cosmico’s past and future, highlighting how the 3D printed structures appear to emerge from the land they stand on.

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Kurt’s most important findings

The expansion of El Cosmico represents a groundbreaking marriage of technology, architecture and hospitality. By harnessing the power of 3D printing, this project not only pushes the boundaries of what is possible in hotel design, but also paves the way for more sustainable and innovative construction methods. As we look to the future of architecture and travel, the world’s first 3D printed hotel in Marfa, Texas is a testament to human creativity and technological advancement.

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