Presented during the 2025 edition of La Biennale di Venezia, the project unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION brings together architectural experimentation, ecological systems thinking, and advanced material research. Curated by architect @enricruizgeli_cloud9 and academic Anne-Lise Velez, the initiative places strong emphasis on how material-driven design can contribute to ecological regeneration. It explores the idea that architecture can serve not only human needs but also those of other species, particularly pollinators, by shaping environments that support biodiversity through deliberate material and spatial strategies. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @virginia.tech #materialinspiration #materials #architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #ExperimentalArchitecture #FutureMaterials #ClimateResponsiveDesign

Shield is a multifunctional protective garment developed by design agency @LAYER_design in collaboration with fashion brand @RAEBURN_design. Designed in response to increasing climate unpredictability, the garment demonstrates how sustainable materials and innovative design can merge to create a versatile solution for diverse environmental conditions. With a focus on adaptability, circularity, and human-centred functionality, Shield addresses the needs of individuals navigating both extreme heat and cold. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #fashiondesign #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #MaterialInnovation #RecycledMaterials #AdaptiveDesign #ClimateResilientDesign #TextileArchitecture #UpcycledTextiles

Check out this impression of our Fascinating Façades exhibition at Future Façade 2025! Jaarbeurs - Hall 9 is open till 17:00 today so you still have time to visit! Don’t miss your opportunity to explore 100+ innovative material samples up close and get inspired. Register your free ticket via link in bio. We’d love to see you there! 📅 7-8 May 2025 📍 @jaarbeurs, Utrecht #MaterialDistrict #FutureFacade #FascinatingFacades #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularArchitecture #FaçadeTechnology #BIPV #Hempcrete #GreenBuilding #SmartMaterials #Jaarbeurs

A cladding material made from construction debris that not only enhances spaces aesthetically but also competes with traditional market options—demonstrating that upcycling waste doesn’t have to look wasteful. Matterpieces by @Matterpieces / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #urbanmining #recycledmaterials #cladding #concrete

Researchers at the @uniofnottingham have developed an antimicrobial coating that may be used in a range of design contexts where hygiene is a concern. The coating, formulated as a paint, has been tested for its ability to kill various pathogens, including MRSA, influenza, and SARS-CoV-2, once dried on a surface. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Coatings #Paint #MaterialInnovation #SmartMaterials #SurfaceCoatings #AntimicrobialMaterials #FunctionalMaterials #InteriorDesign #HealthyBuildings #PublicHealthDesign

Today’s your last chance! Our Fascinating Façades exhibition at Future Façade 2025 (Hall 9, Jaarbeurs Utrecht) wraps up today at 17:00! Don’t miss your opportunity to explore 100+ innovative material samples up close and get inspired. Register your free ticket via link in bio. We’d love to see you there! 📅 7-8 May 2025 📍 @jaarbeurs, Utrecht #MaterialDistrict #FutureFacade #FascinatingFacades #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularArchitecture #FaçadeTechnology #BIPV #Hempcrete #GreenBuilding #SmartMaterials #Jaarbeurs

During Milan Design Week 2025, design studio @tooj_sthlm presented the Duk x Reishi collection, a series of sculptural furniture pieces developed in collaboration with biomaterials company @mycoworks. The collection integrates Reishi, a leather-like material made from mycelium, with solid wood structures shaped to mimic the appearance of draped fabric. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #BiobasedMaterials #MyceliumMaterials #InteriorDesign #FurnitureDesign #SculpturalFurniture

A porcelain surface finishing technique that uses spent coffee grounds as a sustainable colouring material, mimicking the textures of marble in a mass production setting. Coffire by @studiokae_ / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #ceramics #porcelain #tiles #interiordesign #coffeegrounds