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The Colour of Money: New Fabrics, Old Banknotes
In her latest project, ‘Value’, London-based designer Angela Mathis gives old bank notes a new purpose with a diverse textile collection that is suitable for a variety of upholstery applications. Her work is presented in a ...
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Watch: ‘Thirsty’ Concrete Drinks 4,000 Litres of Water in 60 Seconds
Topmix Permeable concrete is able to absorb 4,000 Litres (880 Gallons) of water in 60 seconds. This incredible video shows the concrete making huge amounts of water seemingly disappear upon hitting the ground. Super permeable ...
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Meet the artist who paints with recycled plastic
South African artist Mbongeni Buthelezi paints with recycled plastic rather than paint materials more traditionally known for making art. And instead of a conventional paintbrush, he uses a heat gun. To create his portrait work, ...
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Modern Stained Glass Generates Solar Electricity While Charging Your Phone
Powered by the sun, Current Window is a modern version of stained glass that can charge your phone and electronic devices. Beauty meets clean energy with this multi-functional innovation. Created by Dutch innovator Marjan van ...
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New York, New York: Manhattan Trades Steel For Wood Building
Mahattan may be known as building jungle of steel and concrete. But a new 10-story building built almost completely out of wood might begin to break the trend. Wood buildings ranging from 7-15 stories have been gaining ...
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Biointelligent Membranes : It’s The End of the World As We Know It
What will the world be like in 2100 and what kind of materials will we be wearing? Cathrine Disney speculates on a material future in a world dramatically impacted by climate change with these Biointelligent Membranes. ...
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