Houston-based automated 3D printed construction company HiveASMBLD partners with Cole Klein Builders and The City of Houston to create the world’s first large-scale, one-of-a-kind affordable housing development using 3D printing technology, Zuri Gardens.
Located in Southeast Houston at Madden Lane and Carson Road, the project has now broken ground with the first 3D-printed home to rise around October 2025. Completion is anticipated in 18 months. By blending 3D printing with panelized construction technology supplied by LP Building Solutions, this project unlocks an unprecedented combination of quality and affordability.
In conjunction with the City of Houston, the highly-anticipated development will serve households earning up to 120% of the Area Median Income through the city’s Affordable Home Development Program (AHDP).
Spanning 13 acres, Zuri Gardens will feature 80 energy-efficient, high-quality, durable homes designed for sustainability and long-term value, with home sizes averaging around 1,360 sq. ft. and pricing starting in the mid to high $200,000s. HiveASMBLD will print two unique home designs, each with two-bedroom and two and a half bathroom configurations, along with an office/flex space and a covered patio.
The homes also qualify for up to $125,000 in the city of Houston’s down payment assistance, adding to a deeper level of affordability for the future homeowner.
Timothy Lankau, founder and co-CEO, HiveASMBLD, says the community we envision for Zuri Gardens is modern, safe, and one that residents will be proud to call home. When completed using HiveASMBLD’s innovative technology, the 3D printed multi-family community will exemplify the future of residential affordable living.
“Zuri Gardens homes will feature high-quality finishes that are more durable and sustainable than traditional builds, playing a key role in energy efficiency while standing up to the extreme weather conditions Houston endures,” Lankau says.
Founded in 2023, HiveASMBLD is a construction technology startup that utilizes a combination of modern building technologies including proprietary AI-driven design software, 3D construction printing technology and manufacturing to deliver more climate resistant and cost-competitive housing than traditional construction alone.
The Houston-headquartered company is redefining the homebuilding process by offering sustainable, affordable, and design-forward housing solutions that are tailored for the modern homebuyer.
From custom homes to large-scale communities, it is committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible—faster, smarter and greener.
Affordable is key
True to its mission, HiveASMBLD’s strategic blend of technological innovation and sustainability, using a proprietary low-carbon concrete product, aims to revolutionize housing by building functional, beautiful, and environmentally responsible structures that are accessible to all and can be applied to all types of residential build modalities.
In tandem with LP and the City of Houston, HiveASMBLD brought its unique approach to this collaborative effort alongside Cole Klein Builders. Combining HiveASMBLD’s scalable, cost-effective construction technology with Cole Klein’s commitment to conscious-driven, high-quality production, the team came together to create Zuri Gardens.
“Zuri Gardens was born from the frustration of watching hardworking families get priced out of safe, resilient housing. We knew there had to be a better way—and with this project, we’re proving that there is,” says Vanessa Cole, co-founder Cole Klein Builders. “By combining visionary design, advanced construction technology, and powerful partnerships, we’re building more than just homes—we’re creating a blueprint for the future of equitable homeownership in Houston and beyond.”
Cole Klein Builders is a purpose-driven residential construction and land development firm based in Houston, Texas. Founded by Cole and Harry Klein, the company is committed to delivering attainable, high-quality housing solutions that blend innovation with intentional community impact.
With a diverse portfolio that spans production homes, custom builds, commercial spaces, and land syndications, Cole Klein Builders is now leading the charge on transformative projects like Zuri Gardens—a pioneering effort in 3D-printed hybrid housing and resilient urban development.
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