A case study of our joint development project with AGB has been featured on the DigitalArchi website.

Asahi Building Wall Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “AGB”) is pleased to announce that a case study of its joint development project has been featured on the website of DigitalArchi Co., Ltd., a Keio University-spun-off startup specializing in the development of 3D-printed formwork (digital formwork) for the construction industry.

In this case study, we are exploring ways to improve shape accuracy and streamline the manufacturing process by utilizing 3D-printed formwork in conjunction with GRC (Glassfiber Reinforced Cement), a material known for its ability to reproduce free-form surfaces. The featured article showcases photographs of prototypes with distinctive forms, as well as the manufacturing process—including formwork layering, molding, and finishing—demonstrating the new possibilities that arise from the combination of digital technology and traditional craftsmanship.

Asahi Building Wall Co., Ltd._3D-printed formwork for three-dimensional GRC sculptures

AGB hopes that this initiative will lead to greater design flexibility in the field of facades and the advancement of manufacturing processes. We will continue to develop new technologies utilizing digital innovations and contribute to enhancing the value of architecture.