Park + Associates Completed the Design of the QR3D House
Amy Duong — July 3, 2025 — Art & Design
References: parkassociates.sg
Local design firm Park + Associates has completed the design of the QR3D home -- it is a notable 3D-printed and located in Singapore. The home is made using layered concrete and is complete with a sculptural void at the middle. It is the home of Lim Koon Park, the principal and founder of the firm. Additionally, it is also a four-storey home and over 90% is made with 3D-printed materials.
Park speaks about the design, "While we were excited by the novelty of 3D printing, our aim was always to create a family home that would be relevant and respected decades from now. We didn't want the technology to overshadow the essence of the home. Though we commenced our design as if we would a conventionally-constructed house, we did have to spend more-than-usual resources modifying and developing the design to ensure it can be 3D-printed."
Image Credit: Jovian Lim
Park speaks about the design, "While we were excited by the novelty of 3D printing, our aim was always to create a family home that would be relevant and respected decades from now. We didn't want the technology to overshadow the essence of the home. Though we commenced our design as if we would a conventionally-constructed house, we did have to spend more-than-usual resources modifying and developing the design to ensure it can be 3D-printed."
Image Credit: Jovian Lim
Trend Themes
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3d-printed Architecture — This trend sees the convergence of advanced manufacturing techniques and construction, leading to cost-effective and customizable housing solutions.
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Sustainable Building Materials — The use of 3D-printed materials, primarily concrete, presents an opportunity for eco-friendly construction by reducing waste and energy consumption.
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Digital Construction Design — Emphasizing innovation in architectural design, digital construction allows for complex structures like sculptural voids that traditional methods struggle to achieve.
Industry Implications
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Construction Technology — Blending 3D printing with traditional construction processes is revolutionizing the industry by streamlining costs and timelines.
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Architecture & Design — Design firms are harnessing 3D printing technology to push the boundaries of aesthetic and structural creativity in architecture.
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Sustainable Real Estate — As the demand for environmentally responsible building grows, real estate is increasingly focusing on developments using sustainable, 3D-printed materials.
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