Chaise
Materica e avvolgente, una seduta che sembra scolpita dal vento. La malta disegna linee sinuose e genera una superficie vibrante, tattile, impossibile da ignorare. Design @casacerchio per MateriaNova.
Bringing a 3D printing and recycling laboratory to the tunnels of @dropcity_org for Milan Design Week.
Thanks to the RIGENERA 3D system, plastic waste can be transformed into new products directly in-house, without the need for external repelletization, and 3D printed at large scale using our customizable robotic arm solution.
Meanwhile, inside the clay lab, the WASP 40100 Production system enables automated 24/7 production of customized clay pieces, from vases and tiles to facades and design objects.
Photos by @t_space_studio , @dropcity_org
Robotic arm by @abbrobotics
A recent update from Itaca’s construction site!
The 3D printing phase is now complete, and a new layer is taking shape: a green roof is being installed on top of the 3D printed walls, helping restore green space to the landscape.
The building envelope has been insulated using rice husks sourced from agri-food waste, combined with natural lime powder.
Thanks to their mineral and silica-rich structure, these materials are naturally suited to prevent mold and fungal growth, even in humid environments, while significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact. This performance is further enhanced by the thickness of the walls and the choice of a lime-based material, which offers lower carbon emissions than concrete and high breathability.
More steps are on the way as Itaca continues to take shape, so stay tuned!
Using rice husks sourced from waste produced by the agri-food supply chain and natural lime powder for the insulation of the 3D printed walls of Itaca.
This approach enables the creation of internal insulation rather than external, resulting in a passive energy house.
By combining the selected construction materials with natural insulating materials derived from industrial byproducts, the environmental impact of the walls is drastically reduced, to the point of achieving a negative CO₂ emissions balance.
3D Printing Construction Site Timelapse
Crane WASP, the architectural 3D printer, is designed for rapid assembly, becoming operational in a few hours, without the need for heavy machinery.
The project ‘Ol Casél, a 3D printed service module for the Milan Bergamo Airport, was completed in record time, with only 7 days of printing and 19 days in total for the delivery of the building, demonstrating the speed and versatility of 3D printing technology in the construction sector.
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A project promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata , in collaboration with SACBO S.p.A. and WASP
Location: @milanbergamoairport , Lombardy, Italy
Year of Completion: 2025
Technology Used: Crane WASP
The use of 3D printing in construction is a new world, yet already present
Completed in December 2025 after just a few months of development, Ol Casél is a prime example of how 3D printing can enable the rapid creation of buildings while allowing full customization of shapes, aesthetics, and materials.
The project was completed in record time, with only 7 days of printing and 19 days in total for the delivery of the building, demonstrating the speed and versatility of 3D printing technology in the construction sector.
The initiative was promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata in collaboration with @milanbergamoairport and WASP, as the technical enabler of the project.
3D printing timelapse of “Ol Casèl”: the first airport service building in Italy constructed using 3D printing, located at @milanbergamoairport
The project was completed in record time, with only 7 days of printing and 19 days in total for the delivery of the building, demonstrating the speed and versatility of 3D printing technology in the construction sector.
Ol Casél was created using Crane WASP. Designed to print both natural and traditional construction materials, the machine is now a commercialized product, making it the first Italian architectural 3D printer marketed globally.
A project promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata , in collaboration with SACBO S.p.A. and WASP
Location: @milanbergamoairport , Lombardy, Italy
Year of Completion: 2025
Technology Used: Crane WASP
Combining 3D printing with traditional construction
Ol Casél was created using Crane WASP, the modular, 3D printing system that reimagines traditional building cranes through the lens of digital manufacturing.
The walls are fully 3D-printed, while windows, doors, and the roof were added after printing. The two methods are fully integrated: the 3D printing process is designed to include spaces for wiring and openings, avoiding extra work like drilling after printing.
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A project promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata , in collaboration with SACBO S.p.A. and WASP
Location: @milanbergamoairport , Lombardy, Italy
Year of Completion: 2025
Technology Used: Crane WASP
A seamless integration of 3D printed elements and traditional construction
The construction of ‘Ol Casél‘, a 3D printed utility building equipped with restrooms in the customs area of @milanbergamoairport , was carried out through a combination of 3D printing processes and traditional ones.
The two methods are fully integrated: the 3D printing process is designed to include spaces for wiring and openings, avoiding extra work like drilling after printing.
The walls are fully 3D printed, while windows, doors, and the roof were added after printing.
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A project promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata , in collaboration with SACBO S.p.A. and WASP
Location: @milanbergamoairport , Lombardy, Italy
Year of Completion: 2025
Technology Used: Crane WASP
Here are some facts about Crane WASP!
• Crane WASP is the only large-scale 3D printer specifically developed to print a variety of mortars based on cement, clay, or lime.
• Its modular system allows easy expansion and adaptation to project needs, with the basic module offering a 50 m² printing area.
• The printer is designed for rapid assembly, becoming operational in just 2 hours, without the need for cranes, forklifts, or additional equipment.
• Its compact and lightweight design makes it ideal for use on a wide range of construction sites, including those in hard-to-reach areas.
Construction 3D printing with Crane WASP at @milanbergamoairport
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Crane WASP is a modular, collaborative construction 3D printing system that reimagines traditional building cranes through the lens of digital manufacturing.
Designed to print both natural and traditional construction materials, the machine is now a commercialized product, making it the first Italian architectural 3D printer marketed globally.
The construction of “Ol Casél”, a 3D printed service module and relax area for the personnel of @milanbergamoairport , was carried out with Crane WASP using a lime-based mixture, which produces lower carbon emissions than traditional cement while still meeting the high-performance standards required by the airport.
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A project promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata , in collaboration with SACBO S.p.A. and WASP
Location: @milanbergamoairport , Lombardy, Italy
Year of Completion: 2025
Technology Used: Crane WASP
At @milanbergamoairport , “Ol Casél” comes to life: the first airport service building in Italy constructed using 3D printing.
A project developed within a highly regulated environment and compliant with the highest regulatory standards, publicly validated and designed to ensure safety, reliability, and structural integrity.
Ol Casél was conceived as a service module and relax area equipped with restrooms for personnel in the customs area of Milan Bergamo Airport. The initiative was promoted by @edilco_ediliziacoordinata in collaboration with SACBO S.p.A. (airport operator) and WASP, as the technical enabler of the project.
The project was completed in record time, with only 7 days of printing and 19 days in total for the delivery of the building, demonstrating the speed and versatility of 3D printing technology in the construction sector.
