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Inside/Outside: Materia at R+T 2014

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

Materia will present a specially curated material selection for the Asian market at R+T 2014. Around the theme “Inside/Outside”, the exhibition will present the most suitable materials for a balanced environment both inside and around ...

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Celery cutlery

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

Great design needs little or no explanation. This set of plastic cutlery based on common vegetables is great because it speaks for itself. Made from polylactic acid (PLA), the set is the result of designer ...

Materia exhibiting at R+T 2014 in Shanghai

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

Materia will be present at R+T Asia in Shanghai 2014 with an exciting selection of materials geared to the Asian market. R+T Asia is a three-day business-to-business international trade show for roller shutters, doors/gates and ...

Bricks from beer

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

A new study has shown that grains from breweries can be used to make building bricks that are great insulators too. A small amount of spent grains, which are usually a waste product, are added ...

Smart Materials

Homeostatic Façade System

Published 10 years ago by Philip | 4 responses

A self-regulating façade system designed by architects in the USA automatically adjusts to suit changing exterior environments, such as sunlight and temperature variations. The Homeostatic Façade System by Decker Yeadon operates on natural principles to ...

What’s next for materials and design?

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

Next week sees the first German edition of Material Xperience On Tour, the material innovation show that travels far and wide to keep you up to date with the newest materials and the most inspiring ...