Worlds tallest 3D-printed building wants to revive a tiny community

Tor Alva, the world's tallest 3D-printed tower and built with the help of robots, was installed in the Swiss village of Mulegns.

Jun 12, 2025 - 10:12
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Worlds tallest 3D-printed building wants to revive a tiny community
A drone shot captures the tall white Tor Alva at dusk, as lights have just gone out. It's surrounded by Mulegns' traditional houses, and the Alps are seen in the background

Meet Tor Alva, the White Tower. Located in the sleepy village of Mulegns, Switzerland, currently home to only 11 people, the 30-metre-tall building rises above its surroundings.

This 3D-printed construction relied on robots and digital craftsmanship and was created by the Origen cultural foundation and ETH Zurich.