Aectual
A design-to-delivery platform for customizable, 3D-printed architectural products and interior finishes made from recycled waste materials.
- CEO / Founder
- Hans Vermeulen
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Commercial scaling; actively delivering global projects for enterprise clients and luxury brands.
- Total Funding
- $2.23M
- Latest Round
- Seed round (Feb 2018)
- Key Investors
- ["DOEN Foundation","LVMH (La Maison des Startups)","Future Shape","Amsterdam Climate & Energy Fund","Build Collective"]
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Aectual Flooring (patterned terrazzo-style floors)","Wall Panels & Room Dividers (acoustic and decorative)","Boxy Modular Planters (customizable 3D-printed systems)","Bespoke Furniture (benches, stools, and meeting tables)","Architectural Features (stairs, facades, and sunscreens)"]
Technological Advantage
Proprietary 'Design-to-Print' software pipeline that automates the conversion of complex architectural CAD files into robotic 3D printing paths, utilizing large-scale XL robotic printers and 100% recycled polymer pellets.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Architects, interior designers, commercial real estate developers, and global retail brands (luxury and lifestyle).
Industry Verticals
["Architecture & Construction","Retail & Luxury Goods","Interior Design","Corporate Real Estate","Hospitality"]
Competitors
["Studio RAP","Branch Technology","ICON"]