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A tower made of self-shaping wood

A tower made of self-shaping wood
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The Institute for Computational Design and Construction and the Institute of Building Structures and Structural Design at the University of Stuttgart worked together to design the Urbach Tower, a structure made of self-shaping wood. The ...

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The world’s first microbe-grown headset

The world’s first microbe-grown headset
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Experimental science collaboration Korvaa developed a headset made exclusively from microbially grown materials. Synthetic biology (synbio) is a rapidly developing that enables the design and engineering of new biological organisms, as well as the redesign ...

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Sneakers made with non-food milk

Sneakers made with non-food milk
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German sneaker brand Nat-2 designed a new line of shoes, made of a mixture of wool and non-food milk fibres. In Germany alone, annually 2 million tonnes of milk are disposed of. This discarded milk ...

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Cellulose-based foam insulates better than Styrofoam

Cellulose-based foam insulates better than Styrofoam
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Researchers at Washington State University in the US developed an environmentally, cellulose-based foam that insulates better than oil-based Styrofoam. Polystyrene foam or Styrofoam, made from petroleum, is a popular material that is used in everything ...

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Creative Heroes Awards announces 29 nominees

Creative Heroes Awards announces 29 nominees
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The jury of the Dutch Creative Heroes Awards has announced which contenders are in the running for the title of Creative Hero 2019. Dubbed the “Oscars of the creative industry”, the awards are handed out ...

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New record for longest 3D printed concrete pedestrian bridge in the world

New record for longest 3D printed concrete pedestrian bridge in the world
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The city of Nijmegen in the Netherlands will get what is currently the longest 3D printed concrete pedestrian bridge of 29 metres (95 ft) long. The possibilities of 3D printing are continued to be stretched ...

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As part of the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, architectural designer @tsvilans and London-based @thiss.studio present Barn Again. The pavilion reinterprets the traditional Norwegian barn through the expressive use of reclaimed timber. The project responds directly to the biennial’s theme of “Slow Down”. It invites reflection on material life cycles and the pace of construction. By salvaging timber from a disused barn—weathered wood that has already served a purpose—the designers extend the value of these materials. As a result, they demonstrate how architectural heritage can be reconfigured for a new and contemporary role. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/barn-again-reimagining-the-barn-with-reclaimed-timber/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Wood #ReclaimedTimber #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #CopenhagenBiennial #BarnAgain #THISSStudio #TomSvilans
As part of the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, architectural designer @tsvilans and London-based @thiss.studio present Barn Again. The pavilion reinterprets the traditional Norwegian barn through the expressive use of reclaimed timber. The project responds directly to the biennial’s theme of “Slow Down”. It invites reflection on material life cycles and the pace of construction. By salvaging timber from a disused barn—weathered wood that has already served a purpose—the designers extend the value of these materials. As a result, they demonstrate how architectural heritage can be reconfigured for a new and contemporary role. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/barn-again-reimagining-the-barn-with-reclaimed-timber/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Wood #ReclaimedTimber #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #CopenhagenBiennial #BarnAgain #THISSStudio #TomSvilans
As part of the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, architectural designer @tsvilans and London-based @thiss.studio present Barn Again. The pavilion reinterprets the traditional Norwegian barn through the expressive use of reclaimed timber. The project responds directly to the biennial’s theme of “Slow Down”. It invites reflection on material life cycles and the pace of construction. By salvaging timber from a disused barn—weathered wood that has already served a purpose—the designers extend the value of these materials. As a result, they demonstrate how architectural heritage can be reconfigured for a new and contemporary role. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/barn-again-reimagining-the-barn-with-reclaimed-timber/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Wood #ReclaimedTimber #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #CopenhagenBiennial #BarnAgain #THISSStudio #TomSvilans
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As part of the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, architectural designer @tsvilans and London-based @thiss.studio present Barn Again. The pavilion reinterprets the traditional Norwegian barn through the expressive use of reclaimed timber. The project responds directly to the biennial’s theme of “Slow Down”. It invites reflection on material life cycles and the pace of construction. By salvaging timber from a disused barn—weathered wood that has already served a purpose—the designers extend the value of these materials. As a result, they demonstrate how architectural heritage can be reconfigured for a new and contemporary role. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/barn-again-reimagining-the-barn-with-reclaimed-timber/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Wood #ReclaimedTimber #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #CopenhagenBiennial #BarnAgain #THISSStudio #TomSvilans
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The rugs are woven traditionally and with a natural color palette by a Tunisian artisan workshop. Fair trade handwoven rug by @FairFabrics / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Rug #Artisan #Handwoven #InteriorDesign
The rugs are woven traditionally and with a natural color palette by a Tunisian artisan workshop. Fair trade handwoven rug by @FairFabrics / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Rug #Artisan #Handwoven #InteriorDesign
The rugs are woven traditionally and with a natural color palette by a Tunisian artisan workshop. Fair trade handwoven rug by @FairFabrics / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Rug #Artisan #Handwoven #InteriorDesign
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Researchers at @qutrealworld have turned seafood waste into flexible films for wearable health devices. This breakthrough may lead to a new generation of sustainable biosensors that are safe for the body and gentle on the environment. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #SustainableDesign #WearableTech #CircularMaterials #BiobasedInnovation #SmartTextiles #EcoInnovation #MaterialInnovation #FutureMaterials #SustainableWearables #DesignForHealth
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At the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, the Danish architecture duo @slaattomorsboel presents two projects: Hands On and Inside Out, Downside Up. Both explore new ways of working with discarded materials in architecture and show how waste can gain fresh value through design. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialReuse #HandsOnExhibition #InsideOutDownsideUp #CAB25 #ArchitectureBiennial
At the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, the Danish architecture duo @slaattomorsboel presents two projects: Hands On and Inside Out, Downside Up. Both explore new ways of working with discarded materials in architecture and show how waste can gain fresh value through design. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialReuse #HandsOnExhibition #InsideOutDownsideUp #CAB25 #ArchitectureBiennial
At the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, the Danish architecture duo @slaattomorsboel presents two projects: Hands On and Inside Out, Downside Up. Both explore new ways of working with discarded materials in architecture and show how waste can gain fresh value through design. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialReuse #HandsOnExhibition #InsideOutDownsideUp #CAB25 #ArchitectureBiennial
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At the Copenhagen Architecture Biennial 2025, the Danish architecture duo @slaattomorsboel presents two projects: Hands On and Inside Out, Downside Up. Both explore new ways of working with discarded materials in architecture and show how waste can gain fresh value through design. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #CircularDesign #SustainableArchitecture #MaterialReuse #HandsOnExhibition #InsideOutDownsideUp #CAB25 #ArchitectureBiennial
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Growing regulation and consumer demand are increasing the need for alternatives to conventional plastic packaging. Finnish company Fiberdom has introduced Duranova, a material made entirely from FSC-certified wood fibres. The material is plastic-free, recyclable, and home-compostable, designed to meet performance requirements in packaging while reducing environmental impact. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #FibreBasedMaterial #Duranova #SustainablePackaging #RecyclableDesign #CompostableMaterial #WoodFibre #CircularMaterials #EcoPackaging #MaterialInnovation #BiobasedDesign
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GROWinK is a material research project developed by @punxh.13 during the MA Material Futures programme at Central Saint Martins. The project explores how fungi and bacteria can be combined with CMYK inkjet technology to create self-decomposing, regenerative prints. Applications range from posters and packaging to textiles, with the aim of reducing the environmental impact of conventional printing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #SustainableMaterials #CircularDesign #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #GraphicDesign #PackagingDesign #TextileDesign #InteriorDesign #LivingInk #BioDesign #FungiMaterials #RegenerativeDesign
GROWinK is a material research project developed by @punxh.13 during the MA Material Futures programme at Central Saint Martins. The project explores how fungi and bacteria can be combined with CMYK inkjet technology to create self-decomposing, regenerative prints. Applications range from posters and packaging to textiles, with the aim of reducing the environmental impact of conventional printing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #SustainableMaterials #CircularDesign #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #GraphicDesign #PackagingDesign #TextileDesign #InteriorDesign #LivingInk #BioDesign #FungiMaterials #RegenerativeDesign
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GROWinK is a material research project developed by @punxh.13 during the MA Material Futures programme at Central Saint Martins. The project explores how fungi and bacteria can be combined with CMYK inkjet technology to create self-decomposing, regenerative prints. Applications range from posters and packaging to textiles, with the aim of reducing the environmental impact of conventional printing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #SustainableMaterials #CircularDesign #Biobased #MaterialInnovation #GraphicDesign #PackagingDesign #TextileDesign #InteriorDesign #LivingInk #BioDesign #FungiMaterials #RegenerativeDesign
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A biodegradable, customisable and non-toxic material made of organic side-streams of different local industries. Reclaim by @caracaracollective / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #SheetMaterial #MadeFromWaste #WasteBasedMaterial #InteriorDesign
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