In the picturesque Swiss village of Moulens, nestled in the Alps, the construction of an impressive architectural structure — the Tor Alva tower — has been completed, marking it as the tallest building in the world made through 3D printing.

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 confectionery traditions. The tower reaches a height of 30 meters, with its main structural element being 32 twisted hollow columns printed by a 3D printer. The building process took 5 months, with 900 hours dedicated to printing the individual parts.

The tower features a modular design, allowing it to be disassembled and relocated. It comprises 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, which is more than double the initial budget.

Tor Alva will be open to tourists, with the tour costing 100 francs, including travel and dessert tasting. However, the structure will only stand in Moulens for five years to draw attention to this dwindling village, established in the 19th century, where only 12 people currently reside. It is planned to be dismantled and relocated afterward.