# 3D Printed Functional Homes Mighty Building Gets an Investment to Work Towards New Construction By Amy Duong | Published 2021-03-11 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mighty-buildings References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2021/02/09/khosla-backs-construction-tech-startup-mighty-buildings-plans-to-create-3d-printed-homes/) & [mightybuildings](http://mightybuildings.com/) Oakland-based company [Mighty Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mighty-mlk) recently raised over $40 million in Series B funding with the mission to build sustainable homes that do not compromise the affordability or design. The company uses technology such as 3D printing, automation, as well as robotics. [Mighty Builds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mighty-action-heroes) claims to be able to print the structures “two times as quickly with 95% less labor hours and 10-times less waste” in comparison to conventional construction methods. The financing is made possible by [Khosla Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Ellis-AI) and Zeno Ventures. The companies are spotlighting a hybrid method of home construction that utilizes 3D printing and prefabrication building. They are introducing a proprietary thermoset composite material by the name of Light Stone Material. This helps with alleviating the dependence on materials such as concrete and steel. Image Credit: Mighty Buildings ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Home Construction:** Companies can utilize 3D printing, automation, and robotics to build environmentally friendly homes that are affordable and stylish with reduced waste and labor requirements. - **Hybrid Construction Methods:** Combining 3D printing and prefabrication building can lead to faster and more efficient construction processes that save on labor hours and materials costs. - **New Building Materials:** Developing new materials such as Mighty Buildings' Light Stone Material can reduce dependence on traditional materials like concrete and steel, leading to further innovations in construction practices. ### Where This Applies - **Construction:** 3D printing and automation can revolutionize traditional construction methods, increasing efficiency and reducing waste. - **Sustainability:** Innovative construction methods and materials can help reduce the environmental impact of building and provide affordable housing options for more people. - **3D Printing and Robotics:** Advancements in 3D printing and robotics can be applied to many industries, including construction, leading to more efficient and cost-effective production processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fully Recyclable 3D-Printed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biohome3d.md) - [3D-Printed Neighborhood Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-ranch.md) - [Compact 3d-Printed Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-house-lux.md) - [3D-Printed Sturdy Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobod.md) - [Fire-Safe 3d Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verovistas.md) - [Inaugural 3D-Printed Social Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lnen.md) - [Organically Printed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lib-earth-house.md) - [3D-Printed Home Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tiny-house-lux.md) - [Climate Relief Temporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/additive-manufacturing-homes-crisis.md)