When you hear “3D-printed home,” you may envision a far-fetched, futuristic concept. Thanks to Icon, a construction company that uses 3D printing, and non-profit New Story, though, the concept is quickly becoming a reality—and may be a major advancement in creating affordable homes for underserved communities.
According to Icon, the first permitted, 3D-printed home is just 350 square feet, and located in Austin, Texas. The tiny home serves as “proof-of-concept for sustainable homebuilding that will allow for safer, more affordable homes for more families, faster than ever,” per a press release.
