At the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale, Iceland’s national pavilion introduces a provocative proposal from @sap_arkitektar. The studio, led by Arnhildur Pálmadóttir and Arnar Skarphéðinsson, envisions a future in which volcanic lava becomes a primary construction material. Set in the year 2150, their Lavaforming project imagines a world where humanity, facing climate collapse, has learned to channel lava for building entire cities. This concept transforms a natural hazard into a sustainable material solution. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/lavaforming-pavilion-icelands-vision-for-architecture-shaped-by-volcanoes/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #Architecture #Lavaforming #SustainableArchitecture #VeniceBiennale2025 #MaterialInnovation #ZeroCarbonDesign #Geodesign #FutureMaterials #CircularArchitecture #IcelandDesign #VolcanicArchitecture

Designed with integrated pockets to host greenery and redirect rainwater, the bricks contribute to passive cooling and promote urban biodiversity. 3D Printing Clay facade bricks by @addit.studio / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Bricks #Facades #UrbanGreenery #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Architecture

German researchers at the Max Planck Institute have developed a groundbreaking battery material that improves performance and sustainability. Now brought to market by start-up @batene_batteryenergy, this new metallic fleece replaces traditional flat metal foils in lithium-ion batteries. The innovation enhances energy storage, shortens charging time, and reduces resource use—key advantages for designers in the electric mobility and consumer electronics sectors. Read more at https://materialdistrict.com/article/metallic-fleece-enhances-ev-battery-performance-and-sustainability/ #MaterialInspiration #Materials #MaterialInnovation #BatteryTechnology #SustainableDesign #ElectricVehicles #EnergyStorage #CircularMaterials #EVDesign #CleanTech #ProductDesign #FutureMaterials

Italian design brand Miniforms has introduced Rificolona, a new lamp collection created by Florence-based studio @e__ggs. The design combines sustainability, elegance, and flexibility, making it especially appealing for interior architects and product designers who value eco-conscious innovation. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #RecycledPlastic #RecycledDesign #SustainableLighting #CircularDesign #InteriorInspiration #EcoFriendlyInteriors #DesignWithWaste #RecycledPlastic #LightingDesign #ProductDesign #Miniforms #MaterialInnovation

Its profile depth and seamless installation system offer flexibility for a wide range of architectural applications. HOTwood essen uni line by @carpentierhardwood / More at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialoftheDay #Materials #Wood #Facades #Architecture

The Netherlands has launched a world-first with the Blade Barrier, a noise-reducing wall made from old wind turbine blades. Installed along the A58 motorway near Oirschot, this 60-metre prototype will undergo testing until the end of 2026. The project takes place on @Rijkswaterstaat ’s Innovation Strip, a test site for sustainable infrastructure. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #MaterialInspiration #Materials #RecycledMaterials #WindTurbineReuse #SustainableDesign #CircularInfrastructure #MaterialInnovation #BladeBarrier #GreenArchitecture #NoiseBarrierDesign #InfrastructureDesign #CircularEconomy

.@stellamccartney continues to set the standard for sustainable fashion with her most eco-friendly trainers to date. The updated S-Wave sneakers, part of the Autumn 2025 collection, use a carefully selected mix of recycled, biobased, and compostable materials. These innovations mark a significant step towards fully circular footwear. Read more at MaterialDistrict.com #SustainableDesign #CircularFashion #BiobasedMaterials #CompostableSneakers #MaterialInnovation #EcoFootwear #RecycledMaterials #StellaMcCartney #DesignForCircularity #FutureOfFashion

This system enhances fire safety while preserving the natural appearance of wood, and meets the European fire classification B-s1, d0 in accordance with EN 13501-1. Fire retardant coating system (interior) by @teknos.global / More at MaterialDistrict.com #Materialoftheday #Materials #Coatings #InteriorDesign #FireSafety #Wood #Timber #TimberCoating