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- A structure inspired by trees made of multiple biobased materialsFor the Italian Pavilion at the 17th Biennale Architettura in Venice, which runs from 22 May to 21 November 2021, MatRes is a metaphor…
- Natural dyeDesigner Lucila Kenny started researching on the tinctorial properties of local plants, from the seasonal waste, for a more responsible application of dyes on natural textiles. She harvests from fallen trees, but also uses plant waste from gardens, or even food waste.
- Washi Artisan ParchmentWashi, handcrafted Japanese parchment is made from the elongated fibres of a variety of plants. The typical raw materials are kozo, mitsumata, gampi and hemp. Washi is made of the fibre of the bark.
- The dark side of animal materials part 2: leather & furIn a time in which small environmental footprints and ethical work conditions are being demanded from manufacturers, more and more designers and material clients…
- Like Leather at MaterialDistrict Rotterdam 2019!In the exhibition Like Leather, a collaboration between Yksi Connect, Conscious Leather Foundation and MaterialDistrict, shown at MaterialDistrict Rotterdam 2019, surprising examples of sustainable…
- BarkskinBarkskin is an organic, hand-pounded bark material which comes in several natural, and designer colours. A sturdy material, Barkskin is versatile in its uses and easy to apply. Due to the handmade nature of the product, each piece is unique. Each sheet has a rough and a smooth side. The material is available in various colours, and woven structures or as a sheet.
- StitchedThe basic material for “wooden textiles” is taken from the mulberry tree, the cambium. A tapa is a soft and flexible wooden cloth that Tongans use for rituals like weddings and funerals. The basis for the ancient craft of tapa-making is the cambium of the paper mulberry tree, a thin layer of fibers between the bark and the wood of the tree. Original tapas have a fascinating beauty but lack the practical qualities needed for contemporary use.
- Wooden TextileThe basic material for “wooden textiles” is taken from the mulberry tree, the cambium. A tapa is a soft and flexible wooden cloth that Tongans use for rituals like weddings and funerals. The basis for the ancient craft of tapa-making is the cambium of the paper mulberry tree, a thin layer of fibers between the bark and the wood of the tree.
- Andeline Recycled LeatherThe EcoDomo Andeline Recycled Leather is composed of leather fibres extracted from pre-consumer leathers mixed with natural latex and Acacia tree bark as a binding agent. The product maintains the aesthetics of leather, while being resistant to a variety of chemicals and having an exceptional performance to abrasion.
- Cork FabricAs a material, cork is naturally light, flexible, sound and thermally insulating thanks to the honeycomb structure of its cells. These natural properties are now reinforced in Cork'n Roll products with new performance advantages including: abrasion, mechanical, stain and water resistance, along with unlimited design possibilities.
- Cork LeatherCork leather is a high quality fabric produced from thin cork shavings obtained directly from the bark of the cork oak tree. Much of the production is hand crafted. Cork leather is soft to the touch, environmentally friendly and ecologically minded, easily cleaned and long lasting, durable as leather and versatile as fabric, waterproof and stain resistant as well as dust, dirt, and grease repellent.
- Awakyuki – Melting SnowAwayuki – Melting Snow is made using original Japanese paper, which is produced from the leaves and bark of the mulberry tree. Additives are used to add colour to the paper, make it colourfast, and reinforced with a special laminate coating. Ribs from inlaid wood.
- Biobased materials for the futureAs a special event, Materia will be presenting a unique lecture on biobased materials for the future. At the Materials' Library at the Design…
- Cork FabricCork fabric , or cork leather as it is sometimes called, is a high quality fabric produced from thin cork shavings obtained directly from the bark of the cork oak tree. Much of the production is hand crafted.
- Cork Flooring Used Across Australian Health ClubCork flooring has been installed in several communal areas of The Commons Health Club in Richmond, Australia. DesignOffice selected Originals Natural flooring from Wicanders’…
- Cork and Coconut InsulationQualycork supplies insulation products made from expanded cork and coconut fibres for thermal and acoustic applications in buildings. The materials are fully bio-based and derived from renewable natural resources. Expanded cork is produced from cork oak bark, harvested without damaging the tree. Coconut fibre insulation is derived from coconut husks and is primarily used for acoustic performance.
- Salvage & Sap: Ancient Pine Resin as a Sustainable Design MaterialFor designers looking for sustainable materials and low-impact production methods, the Salvage & Sap collection by Earth to People offers a fresh perspective. The…
- TRI – the material that touches youWe live in a time in which the availability of natural ressources is severely limited and the earth‘ ability to regenerate is therefore significantly exceeded. It is essential to address the issue of ressource scarcity with new, sustainable concepts. "TRI – the material that touches you" deals with exactly these topics very intensively and innovatively. The previously largely unused but widely available ressource of tree bark with its many positive qualities was combined with a natural binder as part of a long-developed material study.
- Cork WallpaperA combination of a thin of organic top quality cork sheet and a nonwoven wallpaper 90 g/m3 handpatched together by female communities. Cork side has a soft touch, a bit of texture with natural irregularities of a cork bark.
- Cork leatherA sandwich of thin layer of cork oak bark and a backing of choice (organic cotton, bamboo, hemp, wool, denim). It a has a soft velvety touch, flexible, cleanable. Cork leather can be used everywhere where standard leather is used.
- Cork Spray PaintIt is a natural coating based on cork oak tree bark granules and a water-based emulsion. It comes in a form of a thick paste, easy to apply, and transforms into an elastic and waterproof membrane.
- Furniture made from terrazzo-like material made of ‘all of the forest’Japanese designer Yuma Kano created a terrazzo-like material out of unusable wood, but also foliage, bark, soil and seeds as found in the forest.…
- Fujifu wisteria fabricFujifu is carefully made through much time and effort, starting from cutting wisteria vines, removing the outer skin and spinning a yarn. Fujifu uses silk for warp and wisteria vine fibre for weft, based on sophisticated skills to manufacture obi by combining diverse yarns made of silk, gold coloured metallic fibre and washi (Japanese handmade paper).
- Fujifu YushishaHanding down the Ancient Fujifu Fabric Weaving Technique While Creating One and Only Textures and Expressions Yushisha is a traditional Tango Chirimen weaving company…
