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Secunda Natura: Reclaimed Stone As A Dynamic Design System
Natural stone production generates significant amounts of waste, often due to strict aesthetic standards and industrial cutting processes. Large volumes of valuable material are discarded before they ever reach application. At Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, ...
Read more >Bio-Inspired 3D Printed Earth: Advancing Circular Construction Materials
A recent study shows how nature-inspired design can improve 3D printed earthen materials. The research points to new opportunities for low-carbon construction using locally available soil. Inspired by termite mounds and wasp nests, the team ...
Read more >Mycelium-Grown Bio-Luxe Surfaces Redefine Lightweight Architectural Design
At Milano Design Week 2026 (20-26 April), Mush Composites presents the Bio-Luxe | Bio-Lithic collection, a series of mycelium-based architectural surfaces developed for high-end design applications. Shown at Superstudio Più, the collection reflects a broader ...
Read more >Wool-Based Air Filtration: From Spacecraft Safety to Sustainable Design Applications
Sheep’s wool, one of the oldest textile materials, is being reimagined for high-performance filtration. In collaboration with NASA, New Zealand-based company Lanaco has developed a wool-based filter system for use in spacecraft. This innovation shows ...
Read more >Pleated Paper Waste As A New Design Material
In April 2026, ISSEY MIYAKE’s Milan store presents The Paper Log: Shell and Core, an experimental exhibition that turns industrial paper waste into design objects. Satoshi Kondo of MIYAKE DESIGN STUDIO developed the project in ...
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