Build a house using a 3D printer

Dutch architect Janjaap Ruijssenaars has announced plans to build a building using D-Shape, a 3D printer.

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This 3D printer will use sand and a special adhesive to create marble-like materials that are more durable than cement. These passages are then clamped, forming a fancy-looking building.

The building is designed by Janjaap Ruijssenaars - (Photo: Ruijssenaars)

According to the BBC, the building costs about 4-5 million euros, and is designed as a continuous loop. Although the building will need reinforced concrete, Ruijssenaars says 3D printing is 'amazing ' and 3D printing has also helped him a lot in the design process.

The Dutch architect wishes to build a building like this in every country. He said the first building would be completed by 2014.

The building was designed by Mr. Ruijssenaars and attracted both personal and commercial interest. He also said a Brazilian has expressed interest in buying a building for use as a museum of local artifacts.

Unlike conventional buildings built of wood and other materials, the building is 'built' by a 3D printer that does not consume much labor.