3D-Printed Homebuilder Turns to Bitcoin and NFTs in Blockchain Strategy
Lib Work launches phased Bitcoin purchases after tokenizing 3D housing designs
Japan’s Lib Work Co., a pioneer in 3D printed housing, has become the latest traditional company to adopt Bitcoin for its corporate treasury, just weeks after experimenting with NFTs to secure digital blueprints of its homes.
Following a recent board meeting, the firm revealed plans to purchase 500 million yen ($3.3 million) worth of Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation in Japan and the risks of holding assets solely in cash.
Lib Work said it will pursue a gradual acquisition plan, positioning itself for future international growth opportunities.
Phased Bitcoin buying plan through year-end
The company will begin purchasing Bitcoin from crypto exchanges in September, with transactions continuing until December, while also putting in place a structured risk management framework.
At today’s prices near $115,377 per BTC, the $3.3 million allocation could buy approximately 28 Bitcoin, which would move Lib Work into the top 110 corporate holders, surpassing French fintech BD Multimedia.
The Bitcoin strategy follows last month’s launch of an NFT-powered initiative for blockchain-stored home designs and Bitcoin-based payments.
Blueprint NFTs debut in real estate innovation
On July 25, Lib Work unveiled its first NFT house design, the Lib Earth House Model B, minted as a blockchain certificate to safeguard intellectual property and prove ownership.
The digital token contains the property’s ID, history, and ownership details, ensuring exclusive rights for buyers and preventing blueprint copying.
“Since 3D printed homes rely on digital files, securing design rights and managing licenses is a critical step,” the company noted.
The project demonstrates how NFTs are expanding beyond creative industries into real estate and IP management.
Blockchain blueprints to address construction challenges
Lib Work emphasized that the construction sector faces mounting issues such as labor shortages and rising material costs, underscoring the limitations of conventional building methods.
By integrating 3D printing with blockchain, the company aims to streamline costs, reduce time and labor, and create entirely new housing markets tied to the metaverse and Web3.
“Through NFT-linked 3D house designs, Lib Work will establish new distribution systems for global investors and users, strengthening its international presence and brand value,”
the company said.
Founded in 1997 and rebranded in 2018, Lib Work specializes in 3D printed homes, selling primarily through online and virtual reality platforms.
