BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast

643: BiggerNews August: Will 3D Printed Homes Slash Housing Costs? w/Zachary Mannheimer

Aug 2, 2022
Zachary Mannheimer, CEO of Alquist 3D and an innovator in 3D home printing, discusses the revolutionary potential of 3D-printed houses. He explains how these homes can be built in just days at a fraction of traditional costs, using strong, sustainable materials. Mannheimer explores the impact on the housing market, addressing both affordability for millions and investment opportunities. He shares insights on the future of construction and the urgent need for solutions to the housing crisis, positioning 3D printing as a game-changer in the industry.
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ANECDOTE

Zachary's Unlikely Path to 3D Housing

  • Zachary Mannheimer's background is in theater and community development, not construction.
  • He transitioned to 3D printing after realizing it could solve rural housing shortages.
INSIGHT

Why 3D Printing Is Emerging Now

  • Construction hasn't changed much in 100 years and represents 14% of global GDP.
  • COVID highlighted the global housing crisis, making new solutions like 3D printing necessary.
INSIGHT

The Housing Crisis: A Multifaceted Problem

  • The housing crisis involves both affordability and supply shortages.
  • Migration patterns are changing, driven by economic, pandemic, and climate factors.
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