3D printing: The future of commerce?

Freeform fabrication, or 3D printing, could change the nature of commerce, moving production from the assembly line to your backyard.

Life in 3D

Inside View > Product Design

There's much talk and excitement about 3D printing. Is it the "next big thing"? Michaella Janse van Vuuren tells us about the pros, cons and possibilities. >

26 Aug 13
Made of paper

Design News > Product Design

Material magic: Nendo's "Lacquered Paper-Objects" are made by combining layers of paper, using 3D printing techniques. >

3 Apr 12
Order to print

Design News > Food Design

Silicone, chocolate, cheese and concrete are just some of the materials the Imagine 3D printer can use to print shapes. >

17 Jan 12
Escapism

Design News > Fashion & Jewellery Design

Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen's "Escapism" collection pushes the boundaries of fashion and technology with 3D-printed design. >

2 Sep 11
Nuked

Design News > Product Design

A table lamp resembling a nuclear bomb cloud was created using 3D printing techniques. >

20 Jul 11
Lighting the way

Design News > Product Design

Karim Rashid’s Cross Lamp consists of countless small figures joined together to create an iconic symbol. >

3 Feb 11
Hands-free pottery

Design News > Product Design

A new machine allows users to make beautiful clay sculptures without ever coming in contact with the muddy material. >

21 Jun 10
Beautiful birdman

Design News > Product Design

Design Indaba Expo 2010: Winner of the 2009 Most Beautiful Object in South Africa, this year NOMILI has pushed 3D printing even further. >

18 Feb 10