The Probiotic Textiles technology encapsulates healthy bacteria into the fibres of clothing. SKIN SERIES Algae Knit (with Probiotic Finish) by @skinseries_ / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Fabric #Textile #Bacteria #HealingEvironment #Health #FashionDesign

Students at @ETHZurich have developed a prototype 3D printing system capable of processing multiple metals at once. This new approach could dramatically reduce manufacturing time and material waste, opening opportunities across aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #MaterialInnovation #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #MaterialDistrict #AerospaceEngineering #ProductDesign #AutomotiveDesign #IndustrialDesign #ArchitectureInnovation

.@moriyamateshima have completed the new headquarters and multi-tenant complex for the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FEESO). The 127,000-square-foot, three-storey building demonstrates how mass timber can support both environmental performance and workplace wellbeing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #MassTimber #SustainableArchitecture #WorkplaceDesign #BiophilicDesign #NetZero #CircularBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #GreenBuilding

We are thrilled to invite you to the most unique trade event in the Netherlands: RiverEvent 2025! Together with Pluspoint from Belgium, MaterialDistrict is hosting this one-of-a-kind event aboard the luxurious ship Blue Rhapsody, which will dock in Zwolle (16 September), Rotterdam (18 September), and Den Bosch (19 September). In each city, 7 inspiring speakers will share sharp insights — from Pablo van der Lugt on bio-based construction to Wessel van Beerendonk (Studio RAP) on parametric design & robotics, and Aectual + MVRDV on scalable circular design. 🧱 75 leading brands showcasing the latest products & innovations 🎤 Top speakers daily from the worlds of architecture & interior design 🤝 Network with industry peers in a relaxed atmosphere 🍽️ Enjoy luxury catering in an inspiring setting And don’t worry — the ship stays docked, so you can hop on and off whenever you like! 🎟️ Register your free VIP ticket now via link in bio See you on board! 🚢✨ #RiverEvent #MaterialDistrict #MaterialInnovation #Architecture #InteriorDesign #TimberConstruction #Biobased #DesignEvent #lectures #speakers #MeetTheExperts

This innovative project transforms excavated soil and demolition waste into glazed ceramic tiles. Terres émaillées by @lucieponard / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Tiles #Ceramics #RecycledMaterials #UrbanMining #WasteMaterials

Stretchable electronics are creating new opportunities for designers. They are used in wearable sensors, curved displays and adaptive surfaces for cars and interiors. Flexible materials such as elastomers allow stretching, but their performance is far lower than rigid materials like metals or semiconductors. Researchers at @Waseda_University in Japan have now developed a novel solution inspired by Japanese paper arts. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #MaterialInnovation #KiriOrigami #StretchableElectronics #WearableDesign #SmartMaterials #FlexibleDesign #SustainableInnovation #CircularDesign #BiobasedFuture #DesignTechnology

For Marc van der Heijden, waste isn’t the end of a product’s life—it’s the beginning of a new design story. As founder of the Dutch company @triboo_eu, van der Heijden is on a mission to prove that circularity isn’t just a theoretical concept. It’s a scalable, design-driven business model that’s already transforming workplaces across Europe and beyond. 3D printed NeverEnding furniture made from local waste streams of natural fibres and plastics. Office desks and tables fitted out with innovative #greengridz worktops made with 60 to 90% less material and a 60% lower CO2 footprint. EverUse acoustic panels made from recycled old clothing. And products returning to your office made of your own waste. His approach combines material innovation with system change. The result? A growing portfolio of projects that are as inspiring as they are instructive for architects, interior designers, and product developers seeking sustainable alternatives. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/marc-van-der-heijden-building-a-circular-future-with-local-waste-and-global-vision/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #RecycledMaterials #FurnitureDesign #OfficeFurniture #CircularDesign #3DPrinting

In contrast to conventional plastic foams, the soft foam is entirely plant-based and biodegradable, symbolizing the dedication to aligning material lifespan with actual usage for a more symbiotic and environmentally conscious future. SymbioMatter foam by SymbioMatter / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Foam #BioBasedMaterials #PackagingDesign #ProductDesign