Sustainable Concrete Wall Design with Bioreceptive 3D Printing
This bioreceptive concrete wall is designed to support moss growth. The moss acts as a natural cooling layer and combines architectural concrete with ecology.
The wall was printed with Vertico's in-house 3D concrete printing technology. It is a real example of how printing can produce living, responsive building materials that reduce environmental impact.
Two surface variations
We tested two variations:
- One with a smooth, untreated surface.
- One with a patterned texture, which significantly improved moss attachment and moisture retention.
Façades as ecosystems
The project goes beyond appearance. It proposes façades that function as ecosystems and help cities adapt to environmental challenges through the material itself. Read more about 3D printed façades and the environmental benefits of concrete 3D printing.
It is a simple wall that breathes, cools and grows while keeping its structural clarity. A related green façade is now in development in the MAGMA green wall project.
Credits
This project was made possible through the expertise and partnership of:
- VolkerWessels
- Max Veeger
- Dr. Henk Jonkers
- Dr. Marc Ottelé
- Delft University of Technology
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