In 1983, Chuck Hull developed the first-ever 3D printer. However, it wasn’t until a few years ago that it kicked off. Now, the world of 3D printing is evolving at lightning speed.
Recently, designer Philipp Aduatz was commissioned by Interior Designer Kara Mann to make a collection of 3D printed concrete furniture pieces for a private customer in Chicago. The collection comprised of a 24-foot-long bench that’s divided into three sections, two sofas, and two chairs.
The collection was developed in collaboration with Austrian start-up incremental3d. Each piece of furniture had to have a minimum thickness to ensure a stable structure, while carbon textile and glass fiber rods were seamlessly integrated into the design for additional reinforcement.
Since the furniture was intended to be used as permanent outdoor furniture, the designer chose white concrete to be used as the material for 3D printing. White reflects the sun, allowing the furniture to remain fresh and pleasant to sit on. Additionally, the pieces in the collection are designed with comfortable grooves and a textured finish via 3D printing techniques.
This collection would go well in Kamp C’s entirely 3D printed two-story house in Europe and New Story’s 3D-printed neighborhood– both of which are currently proof of concept.
These projects represent significant steps forward in 3D-printed furniture and architecture.
