Godrej & Boyce Constructs Office in 40 hrs Using 3D Const. Printing Technology

New Delhi, December 27, 2023: Godrej & Boyce has constructed a 500 sq. ft. office in the company’s own greenfield campus at Khalapur in 40 hours. This structure, ‘The Cocoon’ was created in the form of prefabricated modules, using 3D Construction Printing (3DCP) Technology. 

Anup Mathew, Sr. Vice President and Business Head, Godrej Construction said, “‘The Cocoon’ is a manifestation of our relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries, not just in terms of architectural design, but also in redefining construction timelines. Construction of ‘The Cocoon’ is a good demonstration of an effective team collaboration integrated with good project planning using tools like Building Information Modelling (BIM), Lean Construction methods, and 3D Construction Printing. At Godrej Construction, we are committed to delivering innovative and sustainably designed solutions tailored to the needs of our customers in the built environment.”

A press release issued by the company says that, the modular office structure incorporates advanced engineering techniques, integrated with a modular construction process. The office is designed to explore the potential of 3DCP technology, showcasing design flexibility through unconventional curvilinear elliptical design. The entire layout is column free offering maximum usable office space, installed with a prefabricated toilet unit. 

The project construction included the complete installation of 3D printed modules, civil works, waterproofing, flooring, external & internal painting, electrical works, lighting, AC installation, plumbing, drainage & sanitation fixtures, office furniture, and landscaping in under 40 hours.

The office was created using a concrete mix design comprising up to 20% of Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCA) sourced from concrete debris, recycled at the Godrej & Boyce Recycled Concrete manufacturing facility, at Vikhroli, Mumbai.