Tor Alva, the world's tallest 3D-printed building, stands at nearly 100 feet in the small Swiss village of Mulegns. Designed as a cultural centre, it reflects the region's history of confectionery and intricate metalwork. Giovanni Netzer, of the Origen Cultural Foundation, hailed it as a technical triumph for sustainable development. Open to the public, the tower features a cupola theatre with stunning views and aims to revitalize Mulegns, which is experiencing drastic population decline.
According to experts, the tower representing a 'symbiosis' of 'architecture, culture, and science' is made up of 32 unique 3D-printed elements, marking a significant milestone in sustainable building practices.
Giovanni Netzer described the tower as 'a technical triumph' that inspires the building sector, encourages sustainable tourism and offers new cultural space for the village.
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