3D-Printed Inclusive Modular System for Underprivileged Communities

The term ‘underprivileged communities’ defines social groups experiencing forms of restrictions or limitations, such as economic and political, which lead to extensive forms of social exclusion. Relevant examples can be found both in emerging and developing countries and in western ones. Inclusive artefacts are needed to overcome these conditions. This paper presents a 3D-printed inclusive modular system designed to mitigate the negative living conditions in underprivileged communities. It uses the ‘Inclusive 3D Printing’ concept that links Sustainable 3D Printing studies and Design for Social Inclusion. The results presented in this work provide evidence on how to develop innovative 3D-printed artefacts that are both sustainable and inclusive.