Founded by Dr. Masoud Akbarzadeh after more than 12 years of research, Philadelphia’s Massive Form develops structural designs and manufactures experimental building systems through computational design, robotics, and advanced fabrication. The firm is distinguished by its use of Polyhedral Graphic Statics, a three-dimensional geometry-based method Akbarzadeh helped develop, to create lighter structures that use less material and embodied energy. Its work ranges from long-span bridges to concrete 3D-printed construction prototypes.
FARMFounded by Ben Tait, FARM brings more than 25 years of specialty manufacturing and construction experience to bespoke architectural fabrication. From its Brisbane base and New York presence, the company connects computational design, robotics and hands-on fabrication to turn demanding architectural concepts into built elements, including the algorithmically designed polymer walls at RMIT and façades for major international projects. FARM’s distinctive focus is closing the gap between design and manufacturing through digital workflows that account for real-world production constraints.New York, NY
PLYNTH 3D INCFounded by architect and technologist Peter Sepassi, PLYNTH 3D is developing a robotic system that prints high-performance building components from bio-based, fiber-reinforced wood. Its approach combines upcycled wood fiber with continuous reinforcement and large-scale robotic deposition, aiming to use harvested timber more efficiently while reducing embodied carbon. Sepassi previously worked at Bjarke Ingels Group and Shigeru Ban, and led design and technical strategy for the world’s largest 3D-printed housing development in Wolf Ranch, Texas.NEW YORK, NY
ABEMIS LLCABEMIS LLC develops patented Hypergons—computed hyper-structures that turn complex components into ultra-lightweight, vibration-damping designs for advanced engineering and additive manufacturing. Its work extends from stress-optimized aerospace and automotive components to customizable robotic microscopy and multi-axial testing systems, with a distinctive focus on structures that go beyond conventional lattices. The company also applies the technology to practical and sculptural objects, including custom interlocking designs.CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OH
Studio RobotoFounded by Robert Steiner, a former U.S. Navy EOD specialist, Studio Roboto is a Detroit-based additive-manufacturing and fabrication studio that turns digital designs into prototypes, models and finished objects. Steiner has worked with 3D printing since 1996, bringing experience from military, startup and corporate settings, including a leadership role at MakerBot. The studio is particularly suited to ambitious scale models and sculptural work, such as its full-size Apollo 11 crew-hatch reproduction.YONKERS, NY