Something really interesting is happening in the heart of Texas.
Marfa, that quirky little town known for its art scene, is about to become home to the world’s first 3D printed hotel.
El Cosmico, a popular campground, is expanding with 43 new hotel rooms and 18 houses, all built with a huge 3D printer.
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A new era in hotel design
This is not your typical square hotel. We’re talking curved walls, domes and wild shapes that would cost a fortune with traditional construction methods. Owner Liz Lambert has teamed up with a 3D printing company called Icon and some top architects to create this dream a reality.
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The technology behind the magic
They are using a special cement mixture called Lavacrete, pumped by a giant robotic arm. It’s like a huge, high-tech Play-Doh machine for buildings. The Vulcan, Icon’s massive 3D printer, stands 15½ feet tall and weighs 4.75 tons, and is capable of creating structures with 12-foot-high curved walls.
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Construction in progress
The first rooms are already under construction and the whole thing should be ready by 2026. Imagine telling your friends that you stayed in a 3D-printed hotel room in the Lone Star State. That’s a vacation story.
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More than just a hotel
This project is not just about creating a unique hotel experience. It also addresses local housing needs. Additional 3D-printed affordable housing units will be built in Marfa, showcasing designs from the Icon global architecture 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-held dream. It highlights the project’s potential to create economic opportunities and contribute to the cultural fabric of Marfa.
Jason Ballard, CEO of Icon, highlights the personal importance of the project, given its connection to West Texas.
Bjarke Ingels, founder of Bjarke Ingels Group, describes the design as a dialogue between the past and future of El Cosmico, emphasizing how the 3D printed structures appear to emerge from the same earth on which they stand.
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Kurt’s Key Takeaways
The expansion of El Cosmico represents an innovative fusion 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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