CALGARY, ALTA. – Lafarge Canada has announced it is working with nidus3D on Canada’s largest 3D-printing housing project.
The project, named “Kakatoosoyiists” (Star Lodge) is meant to address acute housing challenges faced by the SikSika Nation in Alberta and uses Lafarge’s OneCem low-carbon cement to create four buildings comprised of 16 units. The buildings are designed to provide supportive housing for individuals of the SikSika Nation fleeing domestic violence or facing homelessness.
“Our shared goal with nidus3D extends beyond mere innovation. This project is about helping address the critical housing needs of the nation and foster a resilient, inclusive future through sustainable construction practices. We were proud to contribute to this project,” said Lafarge Canada (West) president and CEO Brad Kohl in a statement.
When manufactured, the higher limestone content of OneCem translates into a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions—up to 10 per cent compared to traditional Portland cement, a Lafarge Canada release said, while maintaining strength, durability, performance and workability.
Nidus3D has completed 3D-printed housing projects in Ontario, but this is the first of its kind in Alberta.
“This multi-build development will not only provide much needed housing but show the immense potential of 3D construction printing to address Canada’s housing crisis. This project will demonstrate efficiencies and savings the technology can deliver through rapid, repeatable construction,” nidus3D president Ian Arthur said.
Nidus3D was founded in 2021 and has completed multiple proof-of-concept projects, including Canada’s first residentially-permitted 3D-printed structures and North America’s first two-storey and three-storey 3D-printed building, the release said.
The project is estimated to be complete by March 31, 2024.
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