Printed facade house
This project looks at using 3D printing for building components. Particularly in the creation of facade cladding panels. Developing on the study of layer deposition printing technique, prototypes of clay units for facade are designed. This particular panel looks at the high thermal mass property of clay. Each unit is designed to store packed earth within and stacks up to form a complete facade. Niches are introduced on the panel using G-code to facilitate the growth of plants. The print time of each unit is 3 hours and after heating the units in a kiln to cone 04, the units are ready for installation.
Once the unit panel is tested for thermal and load bearing capacity, a detailed assembly strategy of the facade units are worked out by developing a system of facade steel crates welded to the building’s core structure. Steel stepping platform extends out, marking a trail on the facade for harvest collection. The house is designed not only for human occupation but also for other living beings of the ecosystem, thus becoming a non anthropocentric house design
Thoughts on a Non Anthropocentric house
The house facade is printed with clay, it contains earth and grows plants. It further helps creating an ecosystem for bees, insects and birds. The produce is harvested by climbing the steps along the facade.
