Company Leverages AI-Powered Robotics to Revolutionize Homebuilding

ATLANTA – In a groundbreaking demonstration of next-generation home construction, PulteGroup (NYSE: PHM), one of the nation's largest homebuilders, has successfully piloted robotic-assisted wall construction at its DiVosta community in TerraWalk at Babcock Ranch—America’s first solar-powered town. This project represents the latest step in PulteGroup’s commitment to innovation, integrating advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and quality in homebuilding.

A Leap Forward in Automated Construction

Partnering with Australia-based FBR, PulteGroup employed the Hadrian X® system—an AI-driven robotic arm that precisely places concrete blocks and bonds them with a specialized adhesive twice as strong as traditional mortar. The result? A full structural wall system completed in just one day.

This build is one of only ten homes in the U.S. to utilize this advanced robotic system, firmly placing PulteGroup at the forefront of automated residential construction.

“This achievement shows PulteGroup is serious about intelligently leveraging innovation to drive greater efficiency in homebuilding.”
– Matt Koart, EVP and COO, PulteGroup

The Future of Home Construction: Faster, Safer, and More Sustainable

PulteGroup's robotic construction technology brings several benefits to the industry:
✔️ Increased Safety – Reducing human labor in high-risk tasks minimizes workplace injuries.
✔️ Enhanced Efficiency – AI-driven precision allows for faster construction without compromising quality.
✔️ Reduced Waste – The innovative adhesive system eliminates the excess material associated with traditional mortar.
✔️ Scalability – Automated construction has the potential to address labor shortages and accelerate home production.

With housing affordability and construction timelines under increasing scrutiny, robotic-assisted building methods could help developers meet growing housing demands while improving structural integrity and sustainability.

“Our industry faces challenges when it comes to labor availability and the need to build more efficiently and sustainably. We see opportunities to integrate technologies that can improve construction quality and safety while creating exceptional homes for our customers.”
– Matt Koart, EVP and COO, PulteGroup

Babcock Ranch: A Hub for Homebuilding Innovation

PulteGroup’s robotic-assisted home was built at Babcock Ranch, an eco-conscious master-planned community in Southwest Florida known for pioneering sustainable construction and smart home technologies.

“Southwest Florida’s TerraWalk at Babcock Ranch community serves as a proving ground for next-generation homebuilding technologies. This initial test of FBR’s building system represents another step forward in our mission to make high-quality homes more affordable while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in residential construction.”
– Josh Graeve, Southwest Florida Division President, PulteGroup

This demonstration is part of PulteGroup’s larger Innovation Way initiative, a living laboratory where the company tests and refines new construction methods and sustainable solutions. Other groundbreaking projects at Innovation Way include:
🔹 Ford F-150 Lightning power backup solutions for energy resilience.
🔹 Smart home automation systems enhancing home efficiency and convenience.
🔹 Sustainable building practices reducing environmental impact.

Revolutionizing the Industry One Home at a Time

The successful robotic construction pilot is a major milestone in PulteGroup’s technological evolution. As the industry shifts toward automation and AI-driven solutions, PulteGroup continues to lead the charge in redefining homebuilding for the future.

About PulteGroup

PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of America’s largest homebuilders, operating in more than 45 markets nationwide. Through its portfolio of brands—including Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods—PulteGroup serves a diverse range of homebuyers, offering quality-built, innovative, and sustainable homes.

With robotic-assisted construction paving the way for faster, safer, and more sustainable homebuilding, PulteGroup is shaping the future of residential construction—one innovative project at a time. To learn more, visit pultegroup.com

Originally reported by Business Wire.