These 3 countries are 3D-printing new homes

May 10, 2021

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The first ever 3D-printed house, located in the Netherlands. Image: Bart van Overbeeke/Project Milestone

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Sub-Saharan Africa contains the most slums. Image: UN Habitat

India's first 3D printed home, located in Chennai. Image: Tvasta Manufacturing Solutions

First legally inhabited 3D house in Europe.

Five 3D houses have been built in the Dutch city of Eindhoven. Image: Project Milestone

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