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La Fabrique Allwood: Material-Driven Furniture Production with a Sustainable Focus

La Fabrique Allwood: Material-Driven Furniture Production with a Sustainable Focus
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La Fabrique Allwood is a furniture manufacturer based in Montreal, Canada. Since 2014, the company has designed and produced furniture made from solid urban wood and steel. It focuses on sustainability, material reuse, and durable ...

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Atacamite Mineral Offers New Clues for Eco-Friendly Cooling

Atacamite Mineral Offers New Clues for Eco-Friendly Cooling
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A team of researchers from TU Braunschweig and Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) has discovered a strong magnetocaloric effect in the natural mineral atacamite. This finding could pave the way for new, energy-efficient cooling systems that do ...

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FRICKS: Recycled Foamed Bricks for a Circular Built Environment

FRICKS: Recycled Foamed Bricks for a Circular Built Environment
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FRICKS, short for Foamed Recycled Bricks, is an innovative building material developed by the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC). The project transforms construction and demolition waste (CDW) into sustainable, high-performance bricks. Designed for ...

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NASA Grows the Future: Mycelium-Based Habitats for Earth and Beyond

NASA Grows the Future: Mycelium-Based Habitats for Earth and Beyond
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NASA is exploring how fungi can help build the homes of the future—both in space and on Earth. The Mycotecture Off Planet project, led by Dr. Lynn Rothschild at NASA Ames Research Center, recently received ...

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Sustainable Bamboo Pavilion for Culinary Education

Sustainable Bamboo Pavilion for Culinary Education
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Chiangmai Life Architects (CLA) has designed a new bamboo pavilion for the Zabb e Lee Cooking School in Saraphi, Thailand. The building supports Thai culinary education while showcasing biobased design and sustainable construction practices. It ...

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Seismic Testing of 3D Printed Concrete Structures

Seismic Testing of 3D Printed Concrete Structures
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Scientists at the University of Bristol have conducted a landmark study to evaluate the seismic resilience of 3D printed concrete structures, an innovation with growing potential in the built environment. Using the UK’s largest shaking ...

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In Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, a unique architectural structure is challenging conventional building methods. Bouwurk, a modular community space, demonstrates how local waste and biobased materials can form the foundation for sustainable design. Built for Arcadia 2025, a cultural triennial across Friesland, the pavilion highlights the creative potential of reused resources. Designer @overtredersw partnered with local makers, companies, and volunteers to bring the project to life. Rather than using new materials, the team sourced everything from the region—proving that thoughtful design can turn waste into high-value components. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #LocalMaterials #WasteasaResource #CircularArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #ModularBuilding #FrieslandInnovation #MaterialReuse #DesignForDisassembly #LocalMaterials #CommunityArchitecture #Bouwurk #Arcadia2025 #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #LowImpactDesign #EcoArchitecture
In Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, a unique architectural structure is challenging conventional building methods. Bouwurk, a modular community space, demonstrates how local waste and biobased materials can form the foundation for sustainable design. Built for Arcadia 2025, a cultural triennial across Friesland, the pavilion highlights the creative potential of reused resources. Designer @overtredersw partnered with local makers, companies, and volunteers to bring the project to life. Rather than using new materials, the team sourced everything from the region—proving that thoughtful design can turn waste into high-value components. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #LocalMaterials #WasteasaResource #CircularArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #ModularBuilding #FrieslandInnovation #MaterialReuse #DesignForDisassembly #LocalMaterials #CommunityArchitecture #Bouwurk #Arcadia2025 #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #LowImpactDesign #EcoArchitecture
In Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, a unique architectural structure is challenging conventional building methods. Bouwurk, a modular community space, demonstrates how local waste and biobased materials can form the foundation for sustainable design. Built for Arcadia 2025, a cultural triennial across Friesland, the pavilion highlights the creative potential of reused resources. Designer @overtredersw partnered with local makers, companies, and volunteers to bring the project to life. Rather than using new materials, the team sourced everything from the region—proving that thoughtful design can turn waste into high-value components. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #LocalMaterials #WasteasaResource #CircularArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #ModularBuilding #FrieslandInnovation #MaterialReuse #DesignForDisassembly #LocalMaterials #CommunityArchitecture #Bouwurk #Arcadia2025 #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #LowImpactDesign #EcoArchitecture
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In Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, a unique architectural structure is challenging conventional building methods. Bouwurk, a modular community space, demonstrates how local waste and biobased materials can form the foundation for sustainable design. Built for Arcadia 2025, a cultural triennial across Friesland, the pavilion highlights the creative potential of reused resources. Designer @overtredersw partnered with local makers, companies, and volunteers to bring the project to life. Rather than using new materials, the team sourced everything from the region—proving that thoughtful design can turn waste into high-value components. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #LocalMaterials #WasteasaResource #CircularArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #ModularBuilding #FrieslandInnovation #MaterialReuse #DesignForDisassembly #LocalMaterials #CommunityArchitecture #Bouwurk #Arcadia2025 #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #LowImpactDesign #EcoArchitecture
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A range of gold hues, developed through a three-step colouring process using pure metal salts. Sandalor Gold S120 by @alucol1971 / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Facades #Metals #aluminium
A range of gold hues, developed through a three-step colouring process using pure metal salts. Sandalor Gold S120 by @alucol1971 / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Facades #Metals #aluminium
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At the 2025 Future Fabrics Expo in London, the Korvaa Consortium presented a revolutionary concept shoe. Made from mycelium, bacterial nanocellulose, and biodegradable plastics, the design shows how nature-based materials can shape the future of product development. The collaboration between @modern_synthesis, Ourobio, and Ecovative demonstrates how sustainable materials can replace conventional ones in complex applications like footwear. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Biodesign #SustainableFootwear #MaterialInnovation #MyceliumMaterials #BiodegradableDesign #FutureFabricsExpo #CircularDesign #Biofabrication #DesignForSustainability #KorvaaShoe
At the 2025 Future Fabrics Expo in London, the Korvaa Consortium presented a revolutionary concept shoe. Made from mycelium, bacterial nanocellulose, and biodegradable plastics, the design shows how nature-based materials can shape the future of product development. The collaboration between @modern_synthesis, Ourobio, and Ecovative demonstrates how sustainable materials can replace conventional ones in complex applications like footwear. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Biodesign #SustainableFootwear #MaterialInnovation #MyceliumMaterials #BiodegradableDesign #FutureFabricsExpo #CircularDesign #Biofabrication #DesignForSustainability #KorvaaShoe
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At the 2025 Future Fabrics Expo in London, the Korvaa Consortium presented a revolutionary concept shoe. Made from mycelium, bacterial nanocellulose, and biodegradable plastics, the design shows how nature-based materials can shape the future of product development. The collaboration between @modern_synthesis, Ourobio, and Ecovative demonstrates how sustainable materials can replace conventional ones in complex applications like footwear. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Biodesign #SustainableFootwear #MaterialInnovation #MyceliumMaterials #BiodegradableDesign #FutureFabricsExpo #CircularDesign #Biofabrication #DesignForSustainability #KorvaaShoe
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A pioneering project led by Fraunhofer ISE has resulted in the development of a new micro-concentrator photovoltaic (micro-CPV) module. This innovation uses advanced microfabrication techniques to increase solar efficiency while reducing material use and production costs. The result is a compact solar technology suitable for applications in sustainable architecture, product design, mobility, and smart packaging. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #SolarInnovation #MicroCPV #SustainableDesign #MaterialInnovation #CircularDesign #Photovoltaics #CleanEnergy #SolarTechnology #ArchitecturalDesign #EnergyEfficiency
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A pioneering project led by Fraunhofer ISE has resulted in the development of a new micro-concentrator photovoltaic (micro-CPV) module. This innovation uses advanced microfabrication techniques to increase solar efficiency while reducing material use and production costs. The result is a compact solar technology suitable for applications in sustainable architecture, product design, mobility, and smart packaging. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #SolarInnovation #MicroCPV #SustainableDesign #MaterialInnovation #CircularDesign #Photovoltaics #CleanEnergy #SolarTechnology #ArchitecturalDesign #EnergyEfficiency
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On the edge of Rennes and Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, a new office project by @altaarchitectes demonstrates the power of materials to shape future cities. Built primarily from timber, this low-carbon development champions biobased construction and environmental integration. From structural timber and natural zinc to anodised aluminium and permeable concrete, the building tells a story of sustainable innovation and material consciousness. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #TimberArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #LowCarbonConstruction #OfficeArchitecture #CircularDesign #CLT #EcoArchitecture #GreenBuilding #MaterialInnovation
On the edge of Rennes and Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, a new office project by @altaarchitectes demonstrates the power of materials to shape future cities. Built primarily from timber, this low-carbon development champions biobased construction and environmental integration. From structural timber and natural zinc to anodised aluminium and permeable concrete, the building tells a story of sustainable innovation and material consciousness. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #TimberArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #LowCarbonConstruction #OfficeArchitecture #CircularDesign #CLT #EcoArchitecture #GreenBuilding #MaterialInnovation
On the edge of Rennes and Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, a new office project by @altaarchitectes demonstrates the power of materials to shape future cities. Built primarily from timber, this low-carbon development champions biobased construction and environmental integration. From structural timber and natural zinc to anodised aluminium and permeable concrete, the building tells a story of sustainable innovation and material consciousness. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #TimberArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #LowCarbonConstruction #OfficeArchitecture #CircularDesign #CLT #EcoArchitecture #GreenBuilding #MaterialInnovation
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On the edge of Rennes and Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, a new office project by @altaarchitectes demonstrates the power of materials to shape future cities. Built primarily from timber, this low-carbon development champions biobased construction and environmental integration. From structural timber and natural zinc to anodised aluminium and permeable concrete, the building tells a story of sustainable innovation and material consciousness. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #TimberArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BiobasedMaterials #LowCarbonConstruction #OfficeArchitecture #CircularDesign #CLT #EcoArchitecture #GreenBuilding #MaterialInnovation
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The first product in the range offers a 15% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to traditional white cement. D-Carb White cement by Aalborg Portland / More at MaterialDistrict.com #Materialoftheday #materials #cement #lowemissioncement #construction #architecture
The first product in the range offers a 15% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to traditional white cement. D-Carb White cement by Aalborg Portland / More at MaterialDistrict.com #Materialoftheday #materials #cement #lowemissioncement #construction #architecture
The first product in the range offers a 15% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to traditional white cement. D-Carb White cement by Aalborg Portland / More at MaterialDistrict.com #Materialoftheday #materials #cement #lowemissioncement #construction #architecture
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