On November 21, the University of Maine's Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) unveiled BioHome3D, the first 3D printed house built entirely from bio-based materials. BioHome3D was developed with funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Hub and Spoke program, a collaboration between UMaine and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with partners including MaineHousing and Maine Technology Institute.
The 600 square foot prototype building features 3D printed floors, walls and roofs made of wood fiber and bio-resin. The house is fully recyclable and highly insulated with 100% wood insulation and customizable R-values. Due to the precision of the printing process, construction waste is virtually eliminated.
