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This innovative approach utilized a 3D printer attached to a scaffold to create concrete structures based on digital designs. The project, which took a total of six months to complete, saw the actual printing of the walls take just 12 days.<\/p>\n<p>The homes consist of two-storey, three-bedroom terraces and represent a modern solution to housing needs. The technology employed is credited with saving time and improving the overall integrity of the structures. According to Harcourt Technologies, the company behind the project, the construction was completed 60% faster than using traditional block methods, leading to significant overall cost savings of about 35% compared to conventional methods.<\/p>\n<p>The families who moved into these homes had previously been on the social housing list with Louth County Council and are now experiencing the benefits of modern living in these innovative residences.<\/p>\n<p>Justin Kinsella, Managing Director of Harcourt Technologies, expressed enthusiasm about the efficiency of this construction method, emphasizing the potential for scaling this technology to address broader housing shortages in Ireland. He noted the partnership with Roadstone as crucial for expanding the reach of these cost-effective and sustainable homes.<\/p>\n<p>The Grange Close Project not only showcases the exciting possibilities of 3D printing in construction but could also pave the way for similar ventures in the future, contributing to a much-needed supply of affordable housing across the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>County Louth Families to Live in Innovative 3D Printed Homes Three families in Dundalk, County Louth, have recently moved into new homes constructed using advanced 3D printing technology as part of the Grange Close Project. This innovative approach utilized a 3D printer attached to a scaffold to create concrete structures based on digital designs. 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