"Innovation is taking two things that exist and putting them together in a new way."

— Tom Freston  

In this episode of the RESTalk podcast, Bill Spohn sits down with Jason Barlow, former President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona, to discuss a groundbreaking achievement in homebuilding—the first 3D-printed concrete home in Arizona. Jason shares how this innovative project, born from a collaboration with ASU graduates and a German scaffolding company, PERI, pushed the boundaries of affordable housing construction. From overcoming extreme heat challenges to designing a home with unique structural and artistic elements, Jason details the incredible journey of bringing this home to life.

The conversation dives into the long-term implications of 3D printing in construction, its potential for large-scale housing developments, and the lessons learned from Habitat’s pioneering efforts. Jason also touches on Habitat’s broader mission, its work in providing energy-efficient and affordable housing, and how listeners can engage with their local Habitat affiliates. This episode is a fascinating look at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and community impact.

 

Here is the LinkedIn profile for our podcast guest

Jason Barlow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasbarlow/

 

Additional information as well on the 3D home.

 

https://habitatcaz.org/habitats-first-3d-printed-home-in-the-u-s/

 

Habitat Resnet Presentation 2025.pdf

Habitat for Humanity's first 3D-printed home in Arizona

Why not us? Habitat's 3D-Printed home in Tempe, Arizona (3 min)

 

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