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World's tallest 3D-printed building wants to revive a tiny community

Mashable · 22 days ago
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22 days ago

Meet Tor Alva, the White Tower. Located in the sleepy village of Mulegns, Switzerland, currently home to only 11 people, the 30-metre-tall building rises above its surroundings.

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  • A 30-metre-tall 3D-printed tower, Tor Alva, was constructed in Mulegns, Switzerland.
  • The tower was built using advanced robotics and additive manufacturing by ETH Zurich and the Origin Cultural Foundation. 36s
  • Tor Alva's design is inspired by local traditions and features 32 white concrete columns. 44s
  • The tower aims to attract tourism and revive cultural life in the village, which has seen significant population decline. 1m 18s
  • Tor Alva will serve as a cultural center for five years, hosting events before being moved to another location. 3m 8s
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