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Perth's First 3-D Printed Home Unveiled in Peppermint Grove

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Perth’s Architectural Milestone: Peppermint Grove Hosts the State’s First 3‑D Printed Home

In a striking blend of cutting‑edge technology and high‑end living, the leafy suburb of Peppermint Grove unveiled the first fully 3‑D printed residential property in Western Australia. The event, held last Friday, drew local residents, industry insiders and curious onlookers to a gleaming, titanium‑aluminium façade that promises to redefine what it means to build a home in the 21st century.

The Project at a Glance

The home, a sleek two‑storey, 1,200‑square‑metre duplex, was constructed by the Perth‑based start‑up Epi‑Build, a firm founded in 2019 by former civil engineer Dr. Maya Patel and a team of architects and robotics experts. The house was printed on a giant “robotic printer” that moved on a rail‑based platform, depositing a proprietary composite material layer by layer in a process that took just 36 hours. The project was funded by a combination of private investment and a grant from the Australian Government’s “Innovation for Housing” initiative.

“We’re building the future, not just for Perth but for the entire world,” Dr. Patel told reporters at the launch. “With 3‑D printing, we eliminate waste, reduce labour costs, and create designs that would be impossible with conventional methods.”

Design and Sustainability

One of the standout features of the Peppermint Grove home is its emphasis on sustainability. The printing material is a recycled composite that incorporates shredded plastic, fly‑ash from local power stations, and a biodegradable binder. According to Epi‑Build, the material delivers the same structural integrity as concrete but with 40 % less embodied carbon.

The house boasts an open‑plan living area, a fully automated kitchen, and a rooftop garden that uses hydroponic techniques to grow fresh produce year‑round. Smart‑home technology is integrated throughout: voice‑controlled lighting, a temperature‑adjusting HVAC system, and a solar‑panel array that feeds excess power back into the grid.

“The goal was to create a house that feels like home but also feels like a step toward a greener future,” said architect Luca Moreno, one of the project’s lead designers.

Community Impact and Affordable Housing

Epi‑Build has been quick to highlight the social implications of 3‑D printing in housing. In a press release linked from the article, the company noted that the cost to produce a 500‑square‑metre unit using their technology can drop to as low as $250,000—roughly one‑third of the market average for a comparable property in Perth.

The founders are already in talks with the City of Perth’s Housing Authority to pilot a series of low‑cost 3‑D printed homes in the inner suburbs. If successful, the initiative could provide up to 200 new homes by 2027, with the first batch expected to include units for social housing and emergency accommodation.

Technical Innovations

The 3‑D printing rig used for the Peppermint Grove home is the first of its kind to be deployed outdoors in a residential environment. Built by the local engineering firm PrintTech Solutions, the rig incorporates a modular extruder that can switch between materials on the fly. The extruder’s nozzle can also adjust the extrusion rate automatically based on the structural requirements of the section being printed, ensuring optimal strength where it matters most.

The printer’s control software was developed in partnership with the University of Western Australia’s School of Architecture and Built Environment. The software uses real‑time data from a suite of sensors—temperature, humidity, and vibration—to fine‑tune the printing process, reducing defects to less than 1 %.

The Community’s Reactions

During the unveiling, local residents expressed a mixture of awe and curiosity. “It looks almost like a sculpture,” said longtime Peppermint Grove resident, Helen Wu. “But when I walked inside, I felt the same warmth and comfort as any traditional house.”

Others were more pragmatic. “If the builders can keep the cost that low, I could actually afford a home in the city,” said a prospective buyer who attended the event. “It’s not just about the novelty; it’s about making home ownership a reality.”

Looking Ahead

While the Peppermint Grove house is a spectacular proof‑of‑concept, Epi‑Build’s long‑term vision is far larger. In a statement on their website, the founders outlined a roadmap that includes:

1. Scale‑Up – Building a dedicated production facility that can print multiple homes per week.
2. Diversification – Expanding the material palette to include biodegradable polymers for more eco‑friendly builds.
3. Global Outreach – Partnering with international agencies to provide disaster‑relief housing in earthquake‑prone regions.

The Perth now has a tangible example of how technology can converge with design to meet the pressing demands of modern housing. Whether the Peppermint Grove home will serve as a catalyst for a wider industry shift remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the future of residential construction may very well be printed, one layer at a time.

For further details on the printing process and the environmental credentials of the composite material, readers can visit the linked PDF on the Perth City Council’s innovation portal, as well as the Epi‑Build press kit available through the company’s official website.