In the picturesque Swiss village of Mulens, nestled in the Alps, the construction of the remarkable architectural structure — the Tor Alva tower, the tallest 3D-printed building in the world, has been completed.

As reported by Dezeen, Tor Alva, also known as the White Tower, was built on the site of an old forge. Its design resembles a multi-layered cake, reflecting the region's pastry-making heritage. The tower reaches a height of 30 meters, and its main structural components are 32 twisted hollow columns printed using a 3D printer. The construction lasted for 5 months, with the printing of individual parts taking 900 hours.

The tower features a modular design, allowing it to be disassembled and relocated easily. It consists of 4 floors, with the top floor serving as an observation deck and performance stage.

The project was realized by the Origen Cultural Foundation in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH). According to NZZ, the construction of the tower cost 4.5 million francs, more than double the initial budget.

Tor Alva will be open to tourists, with a tour price of 100 francs, including travel and dessert treats. However, this structure will remain in Mulens for only five years to draw attention to this dwindling village, founded in the 19th century, which now has a population of only 12. After that, it is planned to be dismantled and relocated elsewhere.