On Friday, the Department of Islamic affairs and charitable activities announced that the department will be home to the world’s first fully functional 3D-printed mosque in 2025.

The project of a 3D-printed mosque is in the vision and directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Vice president and prime minister of UAE have the vision to create a 3D-printed mosque in the country.

The mosque will be located in Bur Dubai in an area of 2000 square meters. In addition, the construction will begin in October and can accommodate 600 worshipers at once. It is all set to begin in October and open to the public in 2025.

The complete structure of the mosque is built using 3D printing technology, which will take 4 months. Additionally, 12 months will be required to add appropriate facilities as stated by the Department of Islamic affairs and charitable activities. The printer is to be operated by three workers and will print two square meters per hour. Ali Al Suwaidi, director of IACAD, says the printer will also mix raw materials and special concrete mix.

In the process of 3D printing, the layering of mineral infuses fluid material will be used along with the route map by the computer. The fluid will solidify concrete instantly to convert the digital result into a 3D project.

A director, in a statement, says the cost is 30% higher than building the mosque in normal construction. As it is the first of its kind in the world. Building the first mosque in the world with this technology is a distinguished project. The project is a transition on the ground of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed.

The department will coordinate with Dubai municipality for the final approval of the design. Furthermore, the mosque is part of the 3D printing strategy of the country. Which aims at using technology for a good purpose that will position the country as a Global leader.

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