Julka Krasuska

Three-D printing has become more and more popular over the past several years. It is a process of creating three dimensional solid objects by laying down layers of material until the object is fully formed. Now this technology is also being used to build houses. This alternative method of building uses robotic arms which print the house layer by layer just like a normal 3D printer but on a larger scale. This method is growing in popularity due to its many advantages. First of all the design possibilities are almost endless, secondly 3D printing is relatively cheaper than traditional construction methods. They are very quick and efficient. It’s also important to know that this building method is good for the environment. 3D printers create almost no waste and typically use more eco-friendly materials to build a house. Unfortunately, not all houses can be fully done by 3D printing and some will need conventional construction techniques to finish the building. Although this adds ...

The amount of excess shipping containers in the world has become a huge issue. Some of the used containers were only used once because it’s cheaper to produce new containers than to import them back to the producer. Architects decided to use them as a part of building constructions. This solution is not only sustainable and can help decrease the carbon footprint. It is also much cheaper than a standard building construction. Containers can be either brand-new - usually imported from China - or used and sold by local sellers. Although used shipping containers are more eco-friendly it’s important to check their condition and certification. Some of them can be damaged, some have been used to transport different dangerous chemicals or have other defects that make them unusable for house construction. Carefully picked containers can be a great alternative to a traditional house-building method. They are a perfect solution for building a low budget house while also helping the environment....