Two workshops in the Lake Geneva region

Behind every piece, two Swiss workshops.

Swiss3Design is two 3D-printing workshops in the Lake Geneva region, between Gland and Pully. Two multicolour printers, carefully chosen materials, and every time a person who checks the piece by hand before sending it to you. No factory, no middleman — print on demand, designed and made in Switzerland.

workshops in the Lake Geneva region

Up to 4

colours in a single piece

2 years

statutory warranty

48 h

to reply to your project

Our equipment The process Our materials Quality & commitments Frequently asked questions Contact

Our equipment

Two multicolour printers, two workshops.

Our pieces come off two enclosed printers, each with its own multi-filament system: a Bambu Lab P1S in Gland and a Creality K2 in Pully. Both combine up to four colours in a single object and keep the filaments away from moisture — that’s what keeps quality consistent, whichever workshop starts the print.

Bambu Lab P1S + AMS 2 Pro

Gland workshop (VD)

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An enclosed CoreXY printer, fast and consistent. The workshop’s original machine — the one the whole catalogue was developed on.

Specifications

Build volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm
Simultaneous colours: Up to 4 (AMS 2 Pro)
Layer height: 0.08 – 0.28 mm
Nozzle: 0.4 mm
Enclosed chamber: Yes — CoreXY frame
Filament drying: Built into the AMS 2 Pro
Footprint: 389 × 389 × 458 mm

The process

From your order to your letterbox.

Your choice

You order a piece from the catalogue or hand us a custom project.

Preparation

We prepare the file, choose the material and colours, then set up the print in the slicer.

Printing

One of the two workshops prints your piece layer by layer; the multi-filament system handles up to 4 colours on its own.

Finishing & checks

Removing supports, cleaning and a quality check on every piece — by hand.

Packing & shipping

Careful packaging and hand-off to Swiss Post, with a tracking number.

Our materials

The right material for the right use.

The choice of material is a large part of the result. We work with one material of choice, selected for its finish and reliability.

PLA

Our material of choice

Clean finish and a very wide colour palette — perfect for multicolour
Ideal for décor, everyday objects and fine details
Made from plant-based resources, odourless in use
Stable and accurate over time, for indoor use

Need more strength, outdoor use or heat resistance? Other materials such as PETG are available on quote — let’s talk about your project.

Quality & commitments

What you can rely on.

Made in the Lake Geneva region

Every piece is printed and checked by hand in one of our two Vaud workshops.

2-year warranty

The Swiss statutory warranty applies. A problem? We repair, replace or refund.

Secure payment

TWINT, cards and Google Pay via Stripe. Your card details never pass through our servers.

Tracked delivery

Shipping with Swiss Post, careful packaging and a tracking number on every order.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you’re wondering — straight to the point.

How long until I receive my order?

In-stock pieces are handed to Swiss Post within 1 to 3 business days. Made-to-order pieces ship after the production time shown on the product page. You get a tracking number as soon as it ships.

What is multicolour 3D printing?

Both machines have a multi-filament system (AMS 2 Pro on the Bambu Lab, CFS on the Creality). The printer combines up to 4 filaments in a single piece: the colours are part of the print, with no painting or assembly. The result comes out clean, straight from the machine.

Which material do you use?

We print mainly in PLA, ideal for décor and everyday objects, with a very wide colour palette. For specific needs, other materials such as PETG are possible through a custom request.

Are the objects sturdy?

Yes, for normal indoor and decorative use. PLA is rigid and precise; it’s simply not designed for heavy mechanical stress or high heat. For those cases, we’ll point you to a suitable material.

Why are there fine lines on the piece?

3D printing lays down material layer by layer: slight lines or subtle shade variations are part of the charm of handcrafted making and are not a defect.

Is PLA sensitive to heat?

PLA softens at around 50–60 °C. Avoid leaving a piece in a car in full sun or against a heat source. For an object exposed to heat, ask us about PETG.

Can I have my own model printed?

Of course. Send us your file (STL, 3MF, OBJ or STEP) or describe your idea from the Custom page: you’ll get a personalised quote within 48 hours.

How do I pay? Is it secure?

Payment is made via Stripe: TWINT, cards and Google Pay. The transaction is encrypted and your card details never pass through our servers.

Do you ship outside Switzerland?

For now, we deliver within Switzerland only, by Swiss Post. Got a special project? Write to us and we’ll see what we can do.

An item isn’t right or arrives damaged?

Write to us right away, with photos. You have the 2-year statutory warranty, and non-customised catalogue items can be returned within 14 days. We always find a solution.

Contact

A question? Let’s talk.

A doubt before ordering, a project idea or feedback on a piece you received? Write to us: we usually reply within 24 to 48 hours.

By email: contact@swiss3design.ch Custom project