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Lumnes lamps inspired by photogenic algae

Published 7 years ago by Sigrid | no responses

Here at Materia, we have discussed algae a lot, as they are a great source for bioplastic, for example. Luminescent variations also fire the imagination of designers to mimic these light-generating properties. Dutch product designer ...

Strong as steel, as flexible as rope, and as malleable as putty

Published 7 years ago by Sigrid | 2 responses

Braeön (pronounced like ‘brawn’) is, according to its creators, the world’s strongest and most adaptable material. The adventure-proof tape is as strong as steel, as flexible as rope, and as malleable as putty. While the ...

First on-site 3D printed house made of concrete erected in Russia

Published 7 years ago by Sigrid | no responses

3D printing is the future, as it creates the possibility to design objects individually, yet save on building materials, which is also a plus for the environment. In architecture, 3D printing hasn’t gone unnoticed either. ...

Acrete: lighter, stronger, and more environmentally friendly than concrete

Published 7 years ago by Sigrid | one response

In recent years, people have become more and more aware of the polluting consequences of making concrete. However, finding a good alternative isn’t all that easy. Here at Materia, we have discussed cement and concrete ...

Wooden pavilion built by robots to reduce waste

Published 7 years ago by Sigrid | no responses

Robots have been used to make various kinds of constructions. Here at Materia, we have discussed robots laying bricks, fabricating a pavilion from a glass and carbon filament, and designing lamps from Aerospace fibre. Now, ...

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Experimenta 21 concrete tower with irregular apertures

Published 7 years ago by Sigrid | no responses

Experimenta 21, a new addition to the university campus of Universidad Siglo 21 in Córdoba (AR), is a concrete tower by Morini Arquitectos, made from prefabricated and pre-stressed slabs. To maximise the daylight and emphasise ...