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Stronger steel inspired by the structure of bones

Stronger steel inspired by the structure of bones
Published 8 years ago by Sigrid | no responses

Steel is used in many kinds of construction, from buildings to trains and airplanes. But while it is strong, after a while, it develops tiny cracks that can cause fractures. To create more resilient and ...

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World’s first wooden bicycle path opens today in the Netherlands

World’s first wooden bicycle path opens today in the Netherlands
Published 8 years ago by Sigrid | no responses

The Dutch love to cycle, and thus there are bicycle paths, paved and unpaved, everywhere. Commonly, the paved ones are made of asphalt or concrete, like other roads. However, in Emmen, a city in the ...

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Grown Structures: A zero-waste structure made from mycelium

Grown Structures: A zero-waste structure made from mycelium
Published 8 years ago by Sigrid | 4 responses

Mycelium appears to be the material of the future. It is biobased, sustainable, and you can make a lot of different things with it, from packaging material to dresses. The latest development in this field ...

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Sustainable swimwear on International Bikini Day

Sustainable swimwear on International Bikini Day
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With summer on the north hemisphere, it is time to take out your swimwear. In honour of International Bikini Day, today we look at some examples of sustainable and innovative bikinis, so you can have ...

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The 12 winners of the Creative Heroes Award 2017

The 12 winners of the Creative Heroes Award 2017
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On 29 June, the very first Creative Heroes Awards were handed out. From over 200 entries and 60 nominees, the jury finally chose 12 winners from the world of design and architecture. In Undercurrent in ...

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Bioplastic bags from cassava and shrimp waste on Plastic Bag Free Day

Bioplastic bags from cassava and shrimp waste on Plastic Bag Free Day
Published 8 years ago by Sigrid | 10 responses

In the past years, we have discussed many sources of bioplastic. From cheese waste to pine needles, and from milk to cow dung, all of these materials are a viable source to make a more ...

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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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  • Researchers at @ntu_sg in Singapore have developed a unique cement-based paint that cools buildings by mimicking the human body’s ability to sweat. This innovative material provides an energy-efficient alternative to air conditioning, especially in hot and humid climates where most cooling paints are less effective. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Paint #PassiveCooling #SustainableMaterials #CoolingPaint #PassiveCooling #GreenArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #BiomimicryDesign #EnergyEfficient #UrbanHeatIsland #CementInnovation #EcoFriendlyDesign
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  • .@fabriqueallwood 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 craftsmanship. Designers in interior, furniture, and product fields may find the material approach particularly relevant. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #UrbanWood #LocalMaterials #ZeroWasteDesign #WoodAndSteel #Furniture #InteriorDesign
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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
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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This material enables the production of complex, large-scale concrete elements with precision, eliminating the need for traditional formwork and significantly reducing waste. tectonitX by @additive_tectonics / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Concrete #COnstruction #Architecture
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This material enables the production of complex, large-scale concrete elements with precision, eliminating the need for traditional formwork and significantly reducing waste. tectonitX by @additive_tectonics / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Concrete #COnstruction #Architecture
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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
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
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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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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Researchers at @ntu_sg in Singapore have developed a unique cement-based paint that cools buildings by mimicking the human body’s ability to sweat. This innovative material provides an energy-efficient alternative to air conditioning, especially in hot and humid climates where most cooling paints are less effective. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Paint #PassiveCooling #SustainableMaterials #CoolingPaint #PassiveCooling #GreenArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #BiomimicryDesign #EnergyEfficient #UrbanHeatIsland #CementInnovation #EcoFriendlyDesign
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Researchers at @ntu_sg in Singapore have developed a unique cement-based paint that cools buildings by mimicking the human body’s ability to sweat. This innovative material provides an energy-efficient alternative to air conditioning, especially in hot and humid climates where most cooling paints are less effective. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Paint #PassiveCooling #SustainableMaterials #CoolingPaint #PassiveCooling #GreenArchitecture #MaterialInnovation #BiomimicryDesign #EnergyEfficient #UrbanHeatIsland #CementInnovation #EcoFriendlyDesign
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.@fabriqueallwood 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 craftsmanship. Designers in interior, furniture, and product fields may find the material approach particularly relevant. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #UrbanWood #LocalMaterials #ZeroWasteDesign #WoodAndSteel #Furniture #InteriorDesign
.@fabriqueallwood 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 craftsmanship. Designers in interior, furniture, and product fields may find the material approach particularly relevant. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #UrbanWood #LocalMaterials #ZeroWasteDesign #WoodAndSteel #Furniture #InteriorDesign
.@fabriqueallwood 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 craftsmanship. Designers in interior, furniture, and product fields may find the material approach particularly relevant. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #UrbanWood #LocalMaterials #ZeroWasteDesign #WoodAndSteel #Furniture #InteriorDesign
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.@fabriqueallwood 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 craftsmanship. Designers in interior, furniture, and product fields may find the material approach particularly relevant. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #UrbanWood #LocalMaterials #ZeroWasteDesign #WoodAndSteel #Furniture #InteriorDesign
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A zinc with a uniform brown colour nuance. NedZink Nuance Brown by NedZink / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Zinc #Roofs #Facades
A zinc with a uniform brown colour nuance. NedZink Nuance Brown by NedZink / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Zinc #Roofs #Facades
A zinc with a uniform brown colour nuance. NedZink Nuance Brown by NedZink / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Zinc #Roofs #Facades
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