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An acoustic panel made of mycelium

An acoustic panel made of mycelium
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Amager-based designer Jonas Edvard in collaboration with Arup Engineers designed an acoustic panel and room divider made of mycelium. Called Myx Sail / Floor, the project is based on years of mycelium research by Edvard. ...

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A birdhouse made of waste linoleum

A birdhouse made of waste linoleum
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Design studio Mano de Santo collaborated with flooring manufacturer Tarkett Spain to create a series of birdhouses made of waste linoleum. Linoleum is a biobased material, made from natural and renewable ingredients such as linseed ...

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Rapid liquid metal printing

Rapid liquid metal printing
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Researchers at MIT developed a 3D printing technique that can print large-scale parts rapidly with liquid metal. Called liquid metal printing (LMP), the technique involves depositing molten aluminium along a predetermined path into a bed ...

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A bear cache made of reclaimed wood

A bear cache made of reclaimed wood
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Designer Regan Appleton created a bear cache in British Columbia, made of pine and cedar shingles and held up by deadwood tree trunks harvested on site. Bear caches are structures that allow people to stay ...

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The world’s first carbon captured net-zero cement

The world’s first carbon captured net-zero cement
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Construction materials company Heidelberg Materials introduces what they say is the world’s first carbon captured net-zero cement. Called evoZero, the cement makes use of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) technology. The cement will be ...

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A flower pot made of coffee grounds

A flower pot made of coffee grounds
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Dutch flower pot manufacturer Elho developed flowerpots in various sizes made of waste coffee grounds. The flower pots is made from 100% recycled waste, using a mix of recycled plastic and a raw resource made ...

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The global denim industry, expected to surpass USD 115 billion by 2029, still relies heavily on conventionally grown cotton. While cotton is valued for softness and affordability, its cultivation consumes vast amounts of water and pesticides. These practices raise concerns about the fibre’s long-term sustainability. Hemp, by contrast, offers a more climate-resilient alternative that requires fewer resources and can improve soil health. Despite these advantages, hemp adoption in denim has remained low due to challenges with texture, comfort, and consumer appeal. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @fashionforgood #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Hemp #SustainableMaterials #HempDenim #CircularDesign #MaterialInnovation #FutureOfTextiles #Biobased #EcoDesign #TextileInnovation #Beyond50Denim
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@eugenibach and @anna_k_bach have refurbished and extended a two-story house in Barcelona’s Sants district. The project transforms a modest home into a light-filled, flexible living environment. It demonstrates how natural materials and smart spatial strategies can improve the connection between architecture, landscape, and daily life. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #SustainableDesign #GreenArchitecture #BiophilicDesign #WoodArchitecture #GlassExtension #BarcelonaDesign #CircularDesign #IndoorOutdoorLiving #MaterialInnovation #EcoArchitecture
@eugenibach and @anna_k_bach have refurbished and extended a two-story house in Barcelona’s Sants district. The project transforms a modest home into a light-filled, flexible living environment. It demonstrates how natural materials and smart spatial strategies can improve the connection between architecture, landscape, and daily life. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #SustainableDesign #GreenArchitecture #BiophilicDesign #WoodArchitecture #GlassExtension #BarcelonaDesign #CircularDesign #IndoorOutdoorLiving #MaterialInnovation #EcoArchitecture
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On 28 October 2025, visitors can step inside the world’s first Seaweed Hotel Room on board the SS Rotterdam. The room is part of the North Sea Seaweed 25 event and is presented by North Sea Farmers (NSF), the European seaweed industry association, with support from Hotelschool The Hague. The project demonstrates how seaweed can serve as a sustainable design material for today and tomorrow. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Seaweed #SeaweedDesign #BiobasedMaterials #CircularDesign #SustainableInnovation #MaterialInnovation #EcoDesign #FutureMaterials #SustainableHospitality #DesignWithNature #BlueBiobased
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The Soft Solids series by @Daydreaming_Objects explores how natural wax can be used as a material for lighting design. The project shows how this renewable resource can support sustainable and circular approaches in interiors. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Wax #LightingDesign #InteriorDesign #ProductDesign #MaterialInnovation #DesignInspiration #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #BiobasedMaterials #Upcycling #EcoDesign #SoftSolids #DaydreamingObjects #WaxLighting #ModularLighting
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Developed as part of the MIT Solve initiative, the FOODres.AI Printer is the result of a collaboration between designers Yiqing Wang and Biru Cao. This innovative desktop 3D printer offers a creative solution to food waste by combining artificial intelligence with additive manufacturing. The project aims to tackle one of today’s most pressing environmental issues while engaging communities in sustainable practices. The FOODres.AI Printer transforms everyday organic scraps into functional and decorative products. Users simply deposit food waste into the machine, select a design via an app, and print items such as coasters, cup holders, or custom-designed décor. By integrating food-saving technology with design, the printer demonstrates how discarded organic matter can become a resource rather than waste. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #FoodWaste #3DPrinting #CircularDesign #SustainableMaterials #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #ProductDesign #PackagingDesign #InteriorDesign #DesignInnovation
Developed as part of the MIT Solve initiative, the FOODres.AI Printer is the result of a collaboration between designers Yiqing Wang and Biru Cao. This innovative desktop 3D printer offers a creative solution to food waste by combining artificial intelligence with additive manufacturing. The project aims to tackle one of today’s most pressing environmental issues while engaging communities in sustainable practices. The FOODres.AI Printer transforms everyday organic scraps into functional and decorative products. Users simply deposit food waste into the machine, select a design via an app, and print items such as coasters, cup holders, or custom-designed décor. By integrating food-saving technology with design, the printer demonstrates how discarded organic matter can become a resource rather than waste. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #FoodWaste #3DPrinting #CircularDesign #SustainableMaterials #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #ProductDesign #PackagingDesign #InteriorDesign #DesignInnovation
Developed as part of the MIT Solve initiative, the FOODres.AI Printer is the result of a collaboration between designers Yiqing Wang and Biru Cao. This innovative desktop 3D printer offers a creative solution to food waste by combining artificial intelligence with additive manufacturing. The project aims to tackle one of today’s most pressing environmental issues while engaging communities in sustainable practices. The FOODres.AI Printer transforms everyday organic scraps into functional and decorative products. Users simply deposit food waste into the machine, select a design via an app, and print items such as coasters, cup holders, or custom-designed décor. By integrating food-saving technology with design, the printer demonstrates how discarded organic matter can become a resource rather than waste. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #FoodWaste #3DPrinting #CircularDesign #SustainableMaterials #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #ProductDesign #PackagingDesign #InteriorDesign #DesignInnovation
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Developed as part of the MIT Solve initiative, the FOODres.AI Printer is the result of a collaboration between designers Yiqing Wang and Biru Cao. This innovative desktop 3D printer offers a creative solution to food waste by combining artificial intelligence with additive manufacturing. The project aims to tackle one of today’s most pressing environmental issues while engaging communities in sustainable practices. The FOODres.AI Printer transforms everyday organic scraps into functional and decorative products. Users simply deposit food waste into the machine, select a design via an app, and print items such as coasters, cup holders, or custom-designed décor. By integrating food-saving technology with design, the printer demonstrates how discarded organic matter can become a resource rather than waste. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #FoodWaste #3DPrinting #CircularDesign #SustainableMaterials #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #ProductDesign #PackagingDesign #InteriorDesign #DesignInnovation
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