Automate Construction: Tracking the 3D‑Printed Future of Housing

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Written By EFUGY 3D

Jarett Gross’s Automate Construction curates news, tools, and market intel on 3D‑printed construction and job‑site automation.

  • The homepage headline says it all: “The Construction Industry Is Transforming.” (Automate Construction)

  • Beyond articles, the site links to a jobs board, online course, podcast, and newsletter (including a “join daily newsletter” prompt). (Automate Construction, Human Robot Army)

  • Recent stories span 3D‑printed Airbnb stays, World of Concrete 2025 coverage, and a roundup of humanoid‑robot contenders. (Automate Construction)

  • The Automate Construction Power Ranking draws on a watchlist of ~400 companies moving construction automation forward. (Automate Construction)

What happened

Automate Construction is a portal founded by Jarett Gross that documents how robotics and industrialized 3D printing are changing the way we design and build. The homepage pairs editorial posts with resources—Jobs, Course, Podcast, Contact, and an email newsletter—making it easy for newcomers and practitioners to plug in. (Automate Construction)

Upper‑body view of Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot

Editorially, the site emphasizes tangible examples over hype. Recent pieces include a directory of 3D‑printed Airbnbs (with links to bookable stays), an on‑the‑ground tour of World of Concrete 2025 (spotlighting printers, materials teams, and partners), and a running “Every Humanoid Robot 2024” list that tracks rapid progress in general‑purpose robots headed for factories and—eventually—job sites. (Automate Construction)

 

For market watchers, Gross’s Power Ranking 2024 is a rubric‑based snapshot drawing from a five‑year personal database of nearly 400 companies across printers, materials, software, and field robotics. (Automate Construction)

 

Why it matters

Construction faces chronic labor shortages, cost pressures, and safety risks. Automation—including concrete 3D printing, robotic material handling, and mobile robots—promises higher productivity with better QA/QC and fewer injuries. By bundling news + education + pathways to jobs, Automate Construction lowers the barrier to entry for teams that want to pilot technology on real projects. (Automate Construction)

View toward the international bridge across the Rio Grande at Laredo/Nuevo Laredo

Industry buzz (unverified): In sector circles, there’s quiet talk that Automate Construction and EFUGY could collaborate on the first Rule Mobile Arena on the Texas–Mexico border—a flagship venue meant to draw international audiences and give Laredo a tourism jolt on par with world‑class destinations. No public announcement has been made, and details remain unconfirmed. (Speculation only.)

 

Rule Mobile Take

Part newsfeed, part talent funnel, part market map—Automate Construction is a useful one‑stop for anyone who needs a fast, practical grasp of construction automation. We especially like the balance of field stories (Airbnbs and WOC demonstrations), founder interviews (via the podcast), and hands‑on learning (the course). That mix helps owners, GCs, and municipal leaders evaluate pilot projects with eyes wide open. (Automate Construction)

Course note (disclosure): Beyond media, Jarett Gross teaches a practitioner‑led, materials‑and‑process course for teams already evaluating 3D‑printed construction. Rolando R. Guerra is grateful to be enrolled and learning directly from Jarett; our coverage remains independent. (Automate Construction)

Call to action

  • For practitioners actively scoping pilots, see the materials‑and‑process course taught by Jarett Gross for a grounded overview of mixes, workflows, and job‑site readiness. (Automate Construction)

  • Browse posts and subscribe to the newsletter for ongoing updates. (Automate Construction)

  • If you’re hiring or job‑seeking in contech, check the jobs board (HumanRobotArmy.com). (Human Robot Army)

  • For a quick lay of the land, skim the Power Ranking to see who’s shipping and scaling. (Automate Construction)

Sources & credits

  1. Tesla Optimus (humanoid robot) — CC BY 3.0
    Credit (caption): “Tesla Optimus Gen‑2 — image © Tesla — CC BY 3.0.”

  1. Laredo, TX — Juarez‑Lincoln International Bridge — CC BY‑SA 3.0
    Credit (caption): “Juarez‑Lincoln International Bridge, Laredo — photo by Hari Seldon — CC BY‑SA 3.0.”

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