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El Cosmico Pioneers First 3D-Printed Hotel in Marfa, Texas

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By Web Desk Published September 27, 2024 2 Min Read
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World's first 3D-printed hotel takes shape in Texas. Photo Credits: @people (X)
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El Cosmico, a unique hotel and campground in Marfa, Texas, is creating the world’s first 3D-printed hotel.

The world’s first 3D-printed hotel is currently being developed and will come to Texas in 2026.

The hotel will include a pool, bathhouse, restaurant, and private residences. pic.twitter.com/R2odGRiDm4

— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) September 26, 2024

The project, a partnership with ICON and architects from the Bjarke Ingels Group, will include 43 hotel units and 18 residential homes over 60 acres. It leverages advanced 3D printing technology to pioneer sustainable and innovative construction in the hospitality sector.

This venture, led by ICON, an Austin-based company and designed by the Bjarke Ingels Group, pushes the limits of architectural creativity.

🤠The world’s first 3D-printed desert hotel. Created by ICON using the Vulcan printer and Lavacrete, this lodge features unique designs and a "breathing wall" for energy efficiency. A glimpse into the future of tourism!

Video source:https://t.co/B25GrXeDC8 pic.twitter.com/8PP1HaMPOJ

— Leanplans (@Leanplans) September 27, 2024

Liz Lambert, owner of El Cosmico, praised 3D printing for enabling designs that traditional methods would find too costly. “Most hotels replicate the same design, but this technology offers unparalleled design freedom with its ability to create complex curves and structures,” she said.

First 3D-printed hotel ever is underway in Texas https://t.co/pmQlyMxxwS

— Fast Company (@FastCompany) September 26, 2024

The initial phase includes a three-bedroom home and a single-room hotel with walls standing 3.7 meters high. The Vulcan printer, essential to the project, is 4.7 meters tall and 14.2 meters wide. It uses Lavacrete, a special cement adapted for the desert climate.

ICON’s CEO, Jason Ballard, emphasized that 3D printing adapts continuously to the weather, ensuring material strength and longevity.

However, Milad Bazli, a science and technology lecturer, noted potential job impacts. “While 3D printing brings innovation, it could challenge local skilled labour markets, especially in remote areas,” he commented.

The project, scheduled for completion in 2026, will offer rooms priced between $200 and $450 per night, showcasing the potential of 3D printing to transform construction in demanding environments.

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