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3D Printed Glamping by Azure
Blue Sky Thinking from Azure
What is the background of the company?
Ross Maguire and Gene Eidelman founded Azure in 2019 in Los Angeles, California, bringing over fifty years of combined experience in property development across three continents. With a vision to revolutionize the construction industry by building faster, more economically, and with a positive environmental impact, they began exploring the possibilities of 3D printing technology.
How did you come to look at the glamping sector?
As it turns out, their unique designs were highly sought after for short-term rentals, and when one glamping resort owner reached out to them with interest in a new product to attract “glampers,” Azure saw a perfect opportunity to expand into the glamping market.
Azure Printed Homes
What are the advantages of a 3D printed unit in terms of environment and practicality?
One of the key advantages of Azure’s 3D printed units is their sustainability. By using recycled plastic polymers, they are able to prefabricate units 70% faster and 30% less expensive than traditional construction methods. Plus, the construction sector is the largest global consumer of raw materials and is responsible for 20% of the world’s total carbon emissions, so by using recycled plastic, Azure is helping to reduce the industry’s impact on the environment.
What is the process for an operator when ordering a unit?
Operators can design their units to their specifications using Azure’s Design Configurator feature on the website, and then connect with consultants via Zoom to finalize their order.
What is the approximate lead time for delivery?
Currently, the lead time for shipping the unit is 2-5 months, depending on unit size. Shorter for 10X12 feet studios, and longer for larger units that contain bathrooms and kitchenettes. Azure is working to reduce backlog as they bring more 3D printers online and open additional facilities.
What maintenance or site preparation is required?
Maintenance and site preparation are minimal, including creating a stem wall perimeter foundation and utility hookups, which takes one to two days. Every 15 years, an owner can have a new UV coating applied to protect the units from degradation from the sun for another 15 years.
Where can you buy one from now and where can we see your product on display?
Azure’s units can be ordered through their website, azureprintedhomes.com, and currently have orders from 24 US States, Canada and Costa Rica, with plans to expand globally. Customers can see model units in our Los Angeles, CA showroom, and soon will be able to experience staying at the units at two California glamping resorts.
Azure Printed Homes
Would you be interested in talking to distributors in other countries?
The company is open to talking with potential investors and distributors worldwide.
