Also, the 700-pound structure is entirely 3D printed.
“We wanted to create a one-of-a-kind piece that served the community and provided another option to museum patrons and locals while complementing the architecture and design of the museum,” said Adelee Cabrera, Regional Director of Starr Catering Group.
Made from stainless steel, the café structure was designed by Berenblum Busch Architecture and constructed by MX3D, well known for its work on a 3D printed bridge in Amsterdam.
“It was a challenge to design a piece that was not only lightweight and easily disassembled for relocation but also fully functional,” said Claudia Busch, Founding Principal of Berenblum Busch Architecture. “That is why we decided to work with MX3D on manufacturing this project. Their unique technology allowed the construction of this site- specific piece that meets all structural requirements while seamlessly fitting into the PAMM environment.”
“The cutting-edge and sculptural design of Cucuyo complements PAMM’s Herzog & de Meuron designed building with its shaded verandas and plazas built for public engagement and interactions with works of art. It will create another meeting point for conversation for our visitors,” said Franklin Sirmans, Director of PAMM. “South Florida’s Berenblum Busch Architects (BBA) and Amsterdam-based MX3D have created an outdoor cafe which enhances a waterfront space created by local and international landscape designers and horticulturists to ‘bring the park into the museum’ in new and innovative ways.”
3D printing has been incorporated into restaurants before, such as Food Ink., which used the technology not only for the food but for much of the furniture and decor. According to MX3D, however, there’s never been anything quite like the fully 3D printed Cucuyo before. The food might not be 3D printed, but the delicate-looking yet sturdy structure is a striking example of what 3D printing can do for architecture. It’s unlikely that such a structure could have been built any other way, and placing it in such a popular location should serve to spread knowledge about the burgeoning field of 3D printed construction.
Cucuyo will open to the public on Thursday, September 28th, and will be open every day except Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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[Sources: Miami New Times / MX3D / Images: MX3D]