3D Printing in Architecture

Making models with fine detail and high accuracy.

Looking to save time and money on model making *and* get better results?

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Proof of Concept
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Prototyping
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Model Making
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Large Area Visualisation
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Revitalisation Models

What can 3D printing do for Architecture?

3D printing saves time and money for architectural model making without compromising on quality.  Create stunning displays including fine detail at small scale, exactly as you want them. Print from a CAD design file with true-to-design output and dimensional accuracy. Make large, detailed models in a single piece.

What can you achieve with 3D printing?

Printed models can show finer details whilst maintaining tensile strength. Models can be prototyped, changed and reproduced with significant time savings compared to traditional methods – 3D printed models can also combine multiple pieces into a single assembly. Prefabricated building components can be produced with ease, and material waste can be minimised.

Why printing over conventional manufacturing?

The 3D printing workflow (CAD design | print | finish) is clean, quiet and can dramatically reduce the time to create a final physical model. Some designs can only be manufactured layer by layer using additive technology because of their complex geometry and detail. Equally, you can 3D print moulds to be used to cast the final models.

Considering how you could make use of 3D printing?

Let us introduce you to the most popular 3D printers in Architecture. Get some of your models 3D printed by us to evaluate different materials and see just what detail and quality can be achieved. When you have chosen a 3D printer we have everything you need to get started, including training and on-going support.

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Ideal For Architecture Printing

Formlabs Form 4

Fast, accurate, reliable SLA printer, fine detail, range of materials

Builder 1500 PRO

Versatile large scale FFF printer with a build volume of 1100 x 500 x 820 mm, 200 μm

Standard and custom samples • On-line and in-person demonstrations

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User Stories

Find out more from real life users including the story of Make Architects who printed 850 buildings for a 1:1000 scale context model of East London

3D Printing Architecture: Efficient Prototyping and Iterative Design

How 3D Printing Opens Up Possibilities for Architects

3D Printing the Museum of the Future with UltiMaker 3D printers

Using 3D Printing for the Revitalisation of Traditional Architecture

Multiple Brands • Multiple Technologies

Let us help you choose the right 3D printer to make your models

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News & Blog

The latest in machines and materials, plus explainers and how-to guides tagged for architectural businesses

3D Printing Architectural Models with Make and Ultimaker