From Weeks to Days: Inside Europe's Fastest 3D-Printed Housing Development - Yanko Design
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From Weeks to Days: Inside Europe's Fastest 3D-Printed Housing Development - Yanko Design
"In the small Danish town of Holstebro, something remarkable is unfolding. Skovsporet, which translates to "The Forest Trail," is rewriting the rules of residential construction as Europe's largest 3D-printed housing development. Designed by SAGA Space Architects, this 36-apartment student village represents more than technological innovation-it's a glimpse into how we might build affordable housing in the future. The project's ambition is matched by its execution, combining cutting-edge construction technology with thoughtful design principles that prioritize both human comfort and environmental stewardship."
"What makes this development extraordinary isn't just its scale but the speed at which it's coming together. The first building took several weeks to print, a timeline that seemed impressive on its own. By the final structure, however, that timeline collapsed to just five days. That's more than one apartment per day, a pace that would make traditional construction methods seem glacial by comparison."
Skovsporet in Holstebro is Europe’s largest 3D-printed housing development, comprising 36 student apartments across six connected buildings near VIA University College. SAGA Space Architects designed apartments of 39–50 square meters containing kitchen, study area, lounge, bathroom, and double bed, with large roof windows in slanted ceilings to maximize natural light. The development prioritizes human comfort and environmental stewardship by combining 3D-printed concrete structure with warm timber finishes and modern glass elements. Printing speed improved significantly, from several weeks for the first building to five days for the final one, demonstrating rapid scalability and increased efficiency through iterative learning.
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