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  1. #1
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    Well, even though they aren't printed in-place and have facade pieces to cover up the layer look, these are definitely exciting proof-of concept pieces. The technology may not have as much application in the West, but China has had a real need for consistent building standards, and a need to move away from brick construction. (for social reasons I won't go into)

    I can see 3D printed buildings becoming an iconic architectural style in China (and perhaps other similar countries) in the next decade.

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    Hey Feign,

    Why do you think that this tech may not have much application in the West? The cost of labor is much higher here and so the savings will correspondingly be much greater too. Plus the exterior design looks fine for a low to middle budget building.

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