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- KeraTwinWith its variety of colours, formats and surfaces, KeraTwin offers the architect an enormous freedom of design. And as diverse fastening alternatives ensure technical…
- 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…
- A living coffin made of myceliumThe Dutch start-up Loop, a spinoff of Delft University of Technology, developed a living coffin made from mycelium called The Living Cocoon, which helps…
- A self-regenerating concept tireTire company Goodyear developed a new concept tire called reCharge that can adapt and change to meet individual mobility needs. The concept focuses on…
- Prefabricated seaweed thatched panelsInspired by medieval seaweed thatching methods, Danish designer Kathryn Larsen developed a way to bring it back to modern construction by making prefabricated thatched…
- 13 cat shelters for homeless cats designed by architectsFor the event Architects for Animals, several Los Angeles-based architectural firms designed cat shelters for homeless cats, which were auctioned to raise money for…
- ClimaLifeClimaLife are concrete roof tiles that clean the air, using titanium dioxide. Using light, surfaces coated in this material neutralise harmful particles such as NOx and particulate matter. 100 m2 of surface with titanium dioxide has the same air cleaning effect as 6 adult broad-leaved trees! The surface is very hydrophobic, antibacterial, and prevents algal growth.
- Recycled Park made from plastic waste retrieved from the riverPlastic litters our environment and harms marine life when it enters the water. In order to reclaim this plastic waste, various organisations in the…
- The Cooling Benefit of White TileCompanies BH Keramiek, Energie-Positief and roof tile manufacturer Meyer-Holsen have collaborated to develop a sustainable white ceramic roof tile. The goal of this innovative…
- DDacha: A Biobased Living ConceptBiobased materials form an important part of our material library, so we were very interested to see DDacha at Dutch Design Week 2015. DDacha is…
- HT coating for ceramic tilesThe HT coating for ceramic tiles is based on the photocatalytic properties of titanium dioxide as a catalyst, which effects a reaction between light, oxy-gen and air humidity. The coating is baked onto the glaze at high temperature in-plant.
- Potato corkPotato Cork is completely bio-based as it is made from a vegetable residue: potato peelings. The peelings are hygienised and, depending on the application, pressed and dried. The main ingredients are lignin, cellulose, hemicelluloses and protein. Potato Cork has a low specific gravity, is fire resistant, isolating and water repellent, and has a high tensile strength.
- Classic-Panels Classic-StoneThe Classic-Stone panels are made out of more than sixteen types of mineral and chemical charges (stone, marble, silica, silicates, etc.) and polyurethane. This results in very realistic reproductions, yet significantly lightweight panels. The product is non porous, insulating, sustainable and resistant to all kinds of conditions.
- Classic-Panels Classic-LightThe Classic-Light panels consist of a layer of 1 to 4 mm crushed marble stone with a layer of high density injected polyurethane. This results in very realistic reproductions, yet lightweight panels. The product, with a UV-resistant top layer, is non porous, insulating, sustainable and resistant to all kinds of conditions.
- Smile PlasticsSmile Plastics is a premium collection of recycled sheet materials from Smile Materials, crafted entirely from 100% plastic waste, including PET bottles, chopping boards, and packaging materials. Fully recyclable, water-resistant, and easy to work with, each panel has a unique design, making every sheet completely one-of-a-kind.
- Organoid Technologies GmbHOrganoid® brings nature in. Unique natural surfaces transform the interior into a true sensory experience. You can really see, feel and smell the raw…
- Essential TextureThe HPL trend collection of essentials texture characterise themselves by the particular structures. These structures creates an appreciation for the irradiation of the product and the application. The plates are suitable for numerous interiors and applications: castes, walls, counters etc. There are several structures and colours. The collection contains 17 décors which are directly form stock deliverable.
- AbacáAbacÁ is a dimensional decorative surface made of recycled banana fibers. The residues from banana harvesting are transformed into a high-pressure laminate with a total organic look. To yield a random, non-directional design and texture, the fibers are sprinkled over an array of background colors.
- Mycelium Coffin Marks Australian FirstA coffin grown from mycelium and upcycled hemp fibres has been used for the first time in Australia. The Loop Living Cocoon, developed by…
- TwinsonBy the mixture of wood(50%) and PVC(50%), Twinson combines tradition and innovation, uniting the natural appearance and warm feel of wood and the durability and low maintenance of PVC.
- EggNest: A Modular Urban Habitat for Butterflies, Made from EggshellsAs global butterfly populations decline, a design initiative called EggNest offers a creative, nature-inclusive solution for urban environments. Developed by Chaewon Lee, Zay Kim,…
- Wall Reef: A 3D Printed Façade Element Boosting Urban Biodiversity and Climate ResilienceIn December 2024, the Wall Reef—a 3D printed coral reef-inspired façade installation—was unveiled at the Tweespan and Vierspan residential complex in Rhoon, the Netherlands.…
- Lupine fibreboardLupine fibreboards are produced from Alaska Lupine (Lupinus nootkatensis). Although almost the entire plant can be utilised for fibreboard production, the samples in this project were made from the aerial growth of the plant. The fibreboards are 100% biodegradable without requiring controlled conditions, such as heat, for decomposition.
- What not to miss at Dutch Design Week 2023 part 6Dutch Design Week 2023 takes place from 21 to 29 October in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. Here, we present some of the most innovative material…
