Eco Material Technologies, a CRH company, held a 3D-printing event at Zuri Gardens – a visionary, 80-home 3D-printed community in southeast Houston.
The event featured remarks from project partners and local officials, as well as a live 3D-printing demonstration showing Eco Material’s PozzoCem Vite – a rapid-setting, near-zero-carbon cement – in action. The first model home and five additional units are expected to be completed by the end of the year, with full build-out to 80 homes and community sales ramping up through 2026.
“Zuri Gardens embodies the innovation and collaboration required to meet housing needs,” said Grant Quasha, president of Eco Material Technologies. “This project proves that the next generation of cement and concrete and advanced construction technology can work hand-in-hand to deliver beautiful, durable, sustainable homes at scale – without compromising affordability or performance.”
Developed in partnership with HiveASMBLD, LP Building Solutions, and Cole Klein Builders, the project sets a new standard for low-carbon, high-quality, resilient construction of affordable housing. Built using Eco Material’s proprietary PozzoSlag and PozzoCem green cement products, the community is a first-of-its-kind model for scalable, near-zero carbon construction.
Once complete, Zuri Gardens will feature 80 thoughtfully designed homes, scenic walking trails, and a central park. Each home, printed layer by layer using HiveASMBLD’s advanced robotic system, will be crafted for energy efficiency, weather resilience, and long-term affordability.Beyond construction innovation, Zuri Gardens is designed as a model for community impact and education. Local students from Sterling Aviation High School and Houston Community College will be invited to participate in field demonstrations and internship programs, offering hands-on exposure to sustainable engineering and 3D-printing technology.
