THE WORLD'S FIRST MOSQUE BUILT WITH 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY HAS OPENED IN SAUDI ARABIA.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is home to the world's first 3D-printed mosque, spread over an area of 5,600 square meters. Located in the Al-Jawhara neighborhood of Jeddah, the mosque was completed in just six months.
Built by Forsan Real Estate using Guanli's latest 3D printing technology, the mosque is dedicated to the memory of the late Abdulaziz Abdullah Sharb, one of Saudi Arabia's leading businessmen, and bears his name. Completed in a short period of six months thanks to the possibilities offered by 3D technology, the mosque attracts attention not only for its construction technique but also for its design. The mosque's unique minarets, which aim to enhance the tranquility of worshippers by integrating natural light, are among the most striking elements of this design.
The opening of the mosque has positioned Saudi Arabia as a technology hub, surpassing the timeline anticipated by the United Arab Emirates for a similar initiative. Dubai announced its attempt to build the world's first 3D-printed mosque last May.
As an innovative and complex technique, the successful completion of the world's 3D-printed religious structure represents a significant step for the future of architecture and design. The project showcases the limitless possibilities of 3D printing technology in the construction field and has garnered global interest.
