A pilot project in Niederanven to build a tiny concrete house with a 3D printer was completed, with the first tenant being moved within a few days.
The inauguration took place on Wednesday, and Mayor Fréd Ternes emphasized that it was the “first tiny house in Luxembourg on a 3D printer”.
“It was important for us to bring the topic of tiny houses back into public. Our goal with this project was to recognize a first pilot project for a tiny house on a property quickly and efficiently that could otherwise be used for no other purpose,” he said.
The idea of creating the tiny house from a 3D printer came from the architect Bujar Hasani © Photo credit: Mar
Already furnished, but empty
The house, which has a living space of 47 square meters, has no ordinary facade. It almost looks like long marshmallows are stacked on top of each other. If you touch it, however, you will see that it is made of concrete.
The front door, a glass door to let in additional light, open into the kitchen, life and the dining room and a corridor that leads to the bedroom that can also be used as an office. At first glance, the house appears impossible, but to save space and offer flexibility in the layout, the bed is integrated into the wall as a folding bed, as is all wardrobes.
Niederanven approves the first 'tiny house' from printer
The washing machine is also in a closet. “The only things are still missing chairs, a sofa and maybe a table,” said the architect.
“The project was mainly provided with positive feedback from the residents. The criticism is more from the political side,” said Ternes.
The DP and the LSAP parties in the municipal council had expressed their concerns about the project in letters and official communications several times. For example, they had argued that the printing of a 50 square meter house would lead to social tensions in the middle of the imposing buildings and with a completely different architectural style.
Another criticism of the political parties is the substance contained in the concrete, which hardens the material faster. Both parties expressed concerns about possible health risks.
The elected representatives of the DP and LSAP decided to eat the inauguration ceremony on Wednesday, and also criticized the costs of a project of € 320,000 if there was no experience with the process.
A house for young adults
The so -called tiny house is part of the “Difficult to stay” (Live further here) affordable housing and was specially designed for young adults because it is unsuitable for seniors due to its accessibility. The College of Aldermen of the local council decided on the first resident.
“There was a selection process that we are based on two points: First, how long the applicant lived in the Niederanven community and secondly how many hours this person worked as a volunteer,” said the mayor. A woman was selected who has always lived in Niederanven and has been working in an association for many years.
(This article was originally published by the Luxembourg word. Translated with AI, edited by John Monaghan.)