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Blue Ocean Dome by Shigeru Ban Showcases Cardboard, Bamboo and Carbon Fibre at Expo 2025 Osaka

Blue Ocean Dome by Shigeru Ban Showcases Cardboard, Bamboo and Carbon Fibre at Expo 2025 Osaka
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At Expo 2025 Osaka, architect Shigeru Ban has realised the Blue Ocean Dome, a temporary exhibition structure constructed from recyclable cardboard tubes, laminated bamboo, and carbon-fibre reinforced plastic. Designed with modularity, low environmental impact, and ...

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Utrecht Introduces 100% Recycled Asphalt on Archimedeslaan

Utrecht Introduces 100% Recycled Asphalt on Archimedeslaan
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The municipality of Utrecht, the Netherlands, has initiated a pilot project on Archimedeslaan using asphalt composed entirely of recycled materials. This marks the first time that Utrecht applies a fully reused asphalt mix within the ...

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MINERALDYE: A Natural Dyeing Innovation Using Marble and Minerals

MINERALDYE: A Natural Dyeing Innovation Using Marble and Minerals
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To coincide with the 55th Earth Day (22 April), themed “Our Power, Our Planet”, Italian luxury brand Ferragamo has introduced a limited-edition capsule collection in collaboration with material innovator Fili Pari. The collection features garments ...

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Sugarcrete School Project Demonstrates Potential for Low-Carbon Housing Applications

Sugarcrete School Project Demonstrates Potential for Low-Carbon Housing Applications
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In northern India, a recently completed school building constructed from Sugarcrete has become the first full-scale prototype of this emerging low-carbon material. Sugarcrete, developed by the University of East London (UEL) in collaboration with Chemical ...

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Crafted Liberation: Transforming Textiles into Symbols of Empowerment

Crafted Liberation: Transforming Textiles into Symbols of Empowerment
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Crafted Liberation is a design project that transforms discarded headscarves into stadium seats, using material innovation to amplify the voices of Iranian women striving for gender equality. Developed by RK Collective, an Australian-based product design ...

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Transformable Flat-to-Shape Objects Using Computer-Controlled Sewing

Transformable Flat-to-Shape Objects Using Computer-Controlled Sewing
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Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University‘s Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) and Robotics Institute (RI) have developed an innovative fabrication method that transforms flat sheets into three-dimensional, functional objects using a computer-controlled sewing machine. This pioneering technique ...

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  • At the 2025 Time Space Existence exhibition in Venice, renowned Dutch architecture firm @MVRDV unveiled the SOMBRA Pavilion—a compact yet visionary demonstration of climate-responsive design. Created in collaboration with @Metadecor, Airshade Technologies, and others, the pavilion exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to sustainable architecture and material innovation. Designed to function without electronics or motors, SOMBRA introduces a passive kinetic shading system that adapts dynamically to sunlight using physical principles alone. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #Architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #Biomimicry #ClimateResponsiveArchitecture #KineticArchitecture
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  • Researchers from University College London (@UCL) and Edinburgh Napier University have developed a method to extract cellulose from cow manure and convert it into material suitable for use in various manufacturing applications. The resulting cellulose, a widely used material found in products ranging from food packaging to nonwoven textiles, offers potential for circular, bio-based material sourcing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #MaterialInnovation #CircularDesign #BioBasedMaterials #SustainableDesign #PackagingDesign #ProductDesign #TextileInnovation #WasteToResource #CelluloseMaterials #AgriWasteReuse #PressurisedSpinning #EcoMaterials #FutureMaterials #DesignForSustainability #GreenManufacturing
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  • Standing as the architectural centrepiece of @expo2025japan, The Grand Ring is not only a feat of engineering but also a bold expression of sustainable design and cultural symbolism. Designed by @sou_fujimoto Architects and supported by a team of Japanese architectural and engineering firms, this circular timber structure has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest wooden architectural structure in the world, with a footprint of 61,035.55 m². Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #TimberArchitecture #CircularDesign #SouFujimoto #Expo2025Osaka #PublicArchitecture #WoodenArchitecture #MassTimber
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  • Presented during the 2025 edition of La Biennale di Venezia, the project unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION brings together architectural experimentation, ecological systems thinking, and advanced material research. Curated by architect @enricruizgeli_cloud9 and academic Anne-Lise Velez, the initiative places strong emphasis on how material-driven design can contribute to ecological regeneration. It explores the idea that architecture can serve not only human needs but also those of other species, particularly pollinators, by shaping environments that support biodiversity through deliberate material and spatial strategies. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @virginia.tech #materialinspiration #materials #architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #ExperimentalArchitecture #FutureMaterials #ClimateResponsiveDesign
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  • Shield is a multifunctional protective garment developed by design agency @LAYER_design in collaboration with fashion brand @RAEBURN_design. Designed in response to increasing climate unpredictability, the garment demonstrates how sustainable materials and innovative design can merge to create a versatile solution for diverse environmental conditions. With a focus on adaptability, circularity, and human-centred functionality, Shield addresses the needs of individuals navigating both extreme heat and cold. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #fashiondesign #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #MaterialInnovation #RecycledMaterials #AdaptiveDesign #ClimateResilientDesign #TextileArchitecture #UpcycledTextiles
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  • Check out this impression of our Fascinating Façades exhibition at Future Façade 2025! Jaarbeurs - Hall 9 is open till 17:00 today so you still have time to visit! Don’t miss your opportunity to explore 100+ innovative material samples up close and get inspired. Register your free ticket via link in bio. We’d love to see you there! 📅 7-8 May 2025 📍 @jaarbeurs, Utrecht #MaterialDistrict #FutureFacade #FascinatingFacades #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularArchitecture #FaçadeTechnology #BIPV #Hempcrete #GreenBuilding #SmartMaterials #Jaarbeurs
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At the 2025 Time Space Existence exhibition in Venice, renowned Dutch architecture firm @MVRDV unveiled the SOMBRA Pavilion—a compact yet visionary demonstration of climate-responsive design. Created in collaboration with @Metadecor, Airshade Technologies, and others, the pavilion exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to sustainable architecture and material innovation. Designed to function without electronics or motors, SOMBRA introduces a passive kinetic shading system that adapts dynamically to sunlight using physical principles alone. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #Architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #Biomimicry #ClimateResponsiveArchitecture #KineticArchitecture
At the 2025 Time Space Existence exhibition in Venice, renowned Dutch architecture firm @MVRDV unveiled the SOMBRA Pavilion—a compact yet visionary demonstration of climate-responsive design. Created in collaboration with @Metadecor, Airshade Technologies, and others, the pavilion exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to sustainable architecture and material innovation. Designed to function without electronics or motors, SOMBRA introduces a passive kinetic shading system that adapts dynamically to sunlight using physical principles alone. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #Architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #Biomimicry #ClimateResponsiveArchitecture #KineticArchitecture
At the 2025 Time Space Existence exhibition in Venice, renowned Dutch architecture firm @MVRDV unveiled the SOMBRA Pavilion—a compact yet visionary demonstration of climate-responsive design. Created in collaboration with @Metadecor, Airshade Technologies, and others, the pavilion exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to sustainable architecture and material innovation. Designed to function without electronics or motors, SOMBRA introduces a passive kinetic shading system that adapts dynamically to sunlight using physical principles alone. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #Architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #Biomimicry #ClimateResponsiveArchitecture #KineticArchitecture
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At the 2025 Time Space Existence exhibition in Venice, renowned Dutch architecture firm @MVRDV unveiled the SOMBRA Pavilion—a compact yet visionary demonstration of climate-responsive design. Created in collaboration with @Metadecor, Airshade Technologies, and others, the pavilion exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to sustainable architecture and material innovation. Designed to function without electronics or motors, SOMBRA introduces a passive kinetic shading system that adapts dynamically to sunlight using physical principles alone. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #Architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularDesign #Biomimicry #ClimateResponsiveArchitecture #KineticArchitecture
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The collection primarily utilizes Dutch wool, combined with materials such as charcoal, coffee waste, chocolate powder, feather waste, aquatic plants, and essential oils. Psychedelic textiles by Venus In Fury (@shushanikdroshakiryan) / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #wool #textiles #interiordesign #biobasedmaterials
The collection primarily utilizes Dutch wool, combined with materials such as charcoal, coffee waste, chocolate powder, feather waste, aquatic plants, and essential oils. Psychedelic textiles by Venus In Fury (@shushanikdroshakiryan) / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #wool #textiles #interiordesign #biobasedmaterials
The collection primarily utilizes Dutch wool, combined with materials such as charcoal, coffee waste, chocolate powder, feather waste, aquatic plants, and essential oils. Psychedelic textiles by Venus In Fury (@shushanikdroshakiryan) / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #wool #textiles #interiordesign #biobasedmaterials
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The collection primarily utilizes Dutch wool, combined with materials such as charcoal, coffee waste, chocolate powder, feather waste, aquatic plants, and essential oils. Psychedelic textiles by Venus In Fury (@shushanikdroshakiryan) / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #wool #textiles #interiordesign #biobasedmaterials
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Researchers from University College London (@UCL) and Edinburgh Napier University have developed a method to extract cellulose from cow manure and convert it into material suitable for use in various manufacturing applications. The resulting cellulose, a widely used material found in products ranging from food packaging to nonwoven textiles, offers potential for circular, bio-based material sourcing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #MaterialInnovation #CircularDesign #BioBasedMaterials #SustainableDesign #PackagingDesign #ProductDesign #TextileInnovation #WasteToResource #CelluloseMaterials #AgriWasteReuse #PressurisedSpinning #EcoMaterials #FutureMaterials #DesignForSustainability #GreenManufacturing
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Researchers from University College London (@UCL) and Edinburgh Napier University have developed a method to extract cellulose from cow manure and convert it into material suitable for use in various manufacturing applications. The resulting cellulose, a widely used material found in products ranging from food packaging to nonwoven textiles, offers potential for circular, bio-based material sourcing. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #MaterialInnovation #CircularDesign #BioBasedMaterials #SustainableDesign #PackagingDesign #ProductDesign #TextileInnovation #WasteToResource #CelluloseMaterials #AgriWasteReuse #PressurisedSpinning #EcoMaterials #FutureMaterials #DesignForSustainability #GreenManufacturing
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Standing as the architectural centrepiece of @expo2025japan, The Grand Ring is not only a feat of engineering but also a bold expression of sustainable design and cultural symbolism. Designed by @sou_fujimoto Architects and supported by a team of Japanese architectural and engineering firms, this circular timber structure has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest wooden architectural structure in the world, with a footprint of 61,035.55 m². Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #TimberArchitecture #CircularDesign #SouFujimoto #Expo2025Osaka #PublicArchitecture #WoodenArchitecture #MassTimber
Standing as the architectural centrepiece of @expo2025japan, The Grand Ring is not only a feat of engineering but also a bold expression of sustainable design and cultural symbolism. Designed by @sou_fujimoto Architects and supported by a team of Japanese architectural and engineering firms, this circular timber structure has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest wooden architectural structure in the world, with a footprint of 61,035.55 m². Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #TimberArchitecture #CircularDesign #SouFujimoto #Expo2025Osaka #PublicArchitecture #WoodenArchitecture #MassTimber
Standing as the architectural centrepiece of @expo2025japan, The Grand Ring is not only a feat of engineering but also a bold expression of sustainable design and cultural symbolism. Designed by @sou_fujimoto Architects and supported by a team of Japanese architectural and engineering firms, this circular timber structure has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest wooden architectural structure in the world, with a footprint of 61,035.55 m². Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #TimberArchitecture #CircularDesign #SouFujimoto #Expo2025Osaka #PublicArchitecture #WoodenArchitecture #MassTimber
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Standing as the architectural centrepiece of @expo2025japan, The Grand Ring is not only a feat of engineering but also a bold expression of sustainable design and cultural symbolism. Designed by @sou_fujimoto Architects and supported by a team of Japanese architectural and engineering firms, this circular timber structure has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest wooden architectural structure in the world, with a footprint of 61,035.55 m². Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #TimberArchitecture #CircularDesign #SouFujimoto #Expo2025Osaka #PublicArchitecture #WoodenArchitecture #MassTimber
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Biobased and biodegradable heat-shrink film, designed for sustainable packaging. Pack'On Shrink by lam.on.film / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #packaging #shrinkwrap #shrinkfilm #film #biobasedmaterials
Biobased and biodegradable heat-shrink film, designed for sustainable packaging. Pack'On Shrink by lam.on.film / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #packaging #shrinkwrap #shrinkfilm #film #biobasedmaterials
Biobased and biodegradable heat-shrink film, designed for sustainable packaging. Pack'On Shrink by lam.on.film / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #packaging #shrinkwrap #shrinkfilm #film #biobasedmaterials
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Biobased and biodegradable heat-shrink film, designed for sustainable packaging. Pack'On Shrink by lam.on.film / More at MaterialDistrict.com #materialoftheday #materials #packaging #shrinkwrap #shrinkfilm #film #biobasedmaterials
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Presented during the 2025 edition of La Biennale di Venezia, the project unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION brings together architectural experimentation, ecological systems thinking, and advanced material research. Curated by architect @enricruizgeli_cloud9 and academic Anne-Lise Velez, the initiative places strong emphasis on how material-driven design can contribute to ecological regeneration. It explores the idea that architecture can serve not only human needs but also those of other species, particularly pollinators, by shaping environments that support biodiversity through deliberate material and spatial strategies. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @virginia.tech #materialinspiration #materials #architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #ExperimentalArchitecture #FutureMaterials #ClimateResponsiveDesign
Presented during the 2025 edition of La Biennale di Venezia, the project unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION brings together architectural experimentation, ecological systems thinking, and advanced material research. Curated by architect @enricruizgeli_cloud9 and academic Anne-Lise Velez, the initiative places strong emphasis on how material-driven design can contribute to ecological regeneration. It explores the idea that architecture can serve not only human needs but also those of other species, particularly pollinators, by shaping environments that support biodiversity through deliberate material and spatial strategies. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @virginia.tech #materialinspiration #materials #architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #ExperimentalArchitecture #FutureMaterials #ClimateResponsiveDesign
Presented during the 2025 edition of La Biennale di Venezia, the project unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION brings together architectural experimentation, ecological systems thinking, and advanced material research. Curated by architect @enricruizgeli_cloud9 and academic Anne-Lise Velez, the initiative places strong emphasis on how material-driven design can contribute to ecological regeneration. It explores the idea that architecture can serve not only human needs but also those of other species, particularly pollinators, by shaping environments that support biodiversity through deliberate material and spatial strategies. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @virginia.tech #materialinspiration #materials #architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #ExperimentalArchitecture #FutureMaterials #ClimateResponsiveDesign
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Presented during the 2025 edition of La Biennale di Venezia, the project unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION brings together architectural experimentation, ecological systems thinking, and advanced material research. Curated by architect @enricruizgeli_cloud9 and academic Anne-Lise Velez, the initiative places strong emphasis on how material-driven design can contribute to ecological regeneration. It explores the idea that architecture can serve not only human needs but also those of other species, particularly pollinators, by shaping environments that support biodiversity through deliberate material and spatial strategies. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com @virginia.tech #materialinspiration #materials #architecture #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #ExperimentalArchitecture #FutureMaterials #ClimateResponsiveDesign
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Shield is a multifunctional protective garment developed by design agency @LAYER_design in collaboration with fashion brand @RAEBURN_design. Designed in response to increasing climate unpredictability, the garment demonstrates how sustainable materials and innovative design can merge to create a versatile solution for diverse environmental conditions. With a focus on adaptability, circularity, and human-centred functionality, Shield addresses the needs of individuals navigating both extreme heat and cold. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #fashiondesign #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #MaterialInnovation #RecycledMaterials #AdaptiveDesign #ClimateResilientDesign #TextileArchitecture #UpcycledTextiles
Shield is a multifunctional protective garment developed by design agency @LAYER_design in collaboration with fashion brand @RAEBURN_design. Designed in response to increasing climate unpredictability, the garment demonstrates how sustainable materials and innovative design can merge to create a versatile solution for diverse environmental conditions. With a focus on adaptability, circularity, and human-centred functionality, Shield addresses the needs of individuals navigating both extreme heat and cold. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #fashiondesign #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #MaterialInnovation #RecycledMaterials #AdaptiveDesign #ClimateResilientDesign #TextileArchitecture #UpcycledTextiles
Shield is a multifunctional protective garment developed by design agency @LAYER_design in collaboration with fashion brand @RAEBURN_design. Designed in response to increasing climate unpredictability, the garment demonstrates how sustainable materials and innovative design can merge to create a versatile solution for diverse environmental conditions. With a focus on adaptability, circularity, and human-centred functionality, Shield addresses the needs of individuals navigating both extreme heat and cold. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #fashiondesign #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #MaterialInnovation #RecycledMaterials #AdaptiveDesign #ClimateResilientDesign #TextileArchitecture #UpcycledTextiles
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Shield is a multifunctional protective garment developed by design agency @LAYER_design in collaboration with fashion brand @RAEBURN_design. Designed in response to increasing climate unpredictability, the garment demonstrates how sustainable materials and innovative design can merge to create a versatile solution for diverse environmental conditions. With a focus on adaptability, circularity, and human-centred functionality, Shield addresses the needs of individuals navigating both extreme heat and cold. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #materialinspiration #materials #fashiondesign #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #MaterialInnovation #RecycledMaterials #AdaptiveDesign #ClimateResilientDesign #TextileArchitecture #UpcycledTextiles
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Check out this impression of our Fascinating Façades exhibition at Future Façade 2025! Jaarbeurs - Hall 9 is open till 17:00 today so you still have time to visit! Don’t miss your opportunity to explore 100+ innovative material samples up close and get inspired. Register your free ticket via link in bio. We’d love to see you there! 📅 7-8 May 2025 📍 @jaarbeurs, Utrecht #MaterialDistrict #FutureFacade #FascinatingFacades #MaterialInnovation #SustainableDesign #CircularArchitecture #FaçadeTechnology #BIPV #Hempcrete #GreenBuilding #SmartMaterials #Jaarbeurs
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