3D printing technology has had a revolutionary impact on enterprises around the world. It enables businesses to quickly develop models and prototypes, expediting their ability to test and fine-tune new products. It also makes it easy and affordable to manufacture pieces and components that keep important machinery working as intended, such as medical testing and diagnostic equipment. According to a Forbes report, more than half of all enterprises say they are actively using 3D printing in product development and production.

Even so, one of the most exciting applications of 3D printing technology is in the construction industry. 3D printing is now being used to construct entire homes, office buildings, and other structures. 3D-printed buildings can span thousands of square feet and multiple stories, and they can be made with lower costs and less waste than traditionally constructed buildings.

For civil engineers, 3D-printed buildings represent one of the most significant construction and design trends. As the NFPA Journal notes, these buildings may provide not only a solution to the affordable housing crisis but potentially a way to make space habitable for human beings.

This guide will provide comprehensive information on 3D-printed buildings, including materials needed, important engineering considerations, and related resources.

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