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- Mill Finished ZincA solid zinc alloy sheet, with a bright surface. Because of zinc’s algaecidal and fungicidal properties, it is well suited to damp climates Since it has no coatings to deteriorate, it requires little maintenance.
- Zintek – Titanium zincTitanium zinc produced by Zintek is an alloy composed primarily of zinc, with added copper and titanium to enhance its mechanical and structural properties. This metal is fully recyclable and develops a patina over time, which can contribute to its durability. It is known for its longevity and minimal maintenance requirements, making it suitable for various architectural applications.
- Zinc FoamA lightweight foamed metal which is also self-skinning. The honeycomb effect found within the foam bubble matrix actually increases the structural integrity of the materials due to the random diffusion of stress lines.
- NedZink B.V.NedZink is located in the south of the Netherlands and is a passionate player in the market for rolled Titanium Zinc. NedZink is inspired…
- NedZink NUANCE BrownNedZink NUANCE Brown is pre-weathered titanium zinc with pigments. This results in a zinc with a uniform brown colour nuance. Moreover these subtle pigments also provide additional protection to the pre-weathered zinc. NedZink NUANCE has the same natural properties as the other zinc products of NedZink: maintenance-free, timeless, good deformation properties and 100% recyclable.
- Transparent and flexible material is a near-perfect broadband absorberImagine transparent window coatings that keep buildings and cars cool on sunny days, or devices that could more than triple solar cell efficiencies. These…
- Glow In the DarkPhosphor is the most known luminescent material, but there are more, in different qualities, colours, prices and brightness. In most applications, the phosphor is directly added to the plastic used to mold the product, or mixed with a binder for use as paints.
- Bia MetallicConcrete blocks with a top layer in 8 metal varieties, Zinc, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Aluminium, Iron, Nickel and Stainless steel. The concrete blocks are sprayed with cold liquid metal (95% metal), it looks, feels and behaves as like cast metal. This process seamlessly covers all concrete surfaces.
- Make your own potato lightbulbPotatoes are, by nature, a great battery acid and a simple trick can transform a simple potato into a cost-effective cell that can light up a…
- Antimicrobial Copper: BrassWhilst copper is a material familiar to all and essential to modern living, these new alloys are more resistant to bacteria, toxins and general dirt, improving the environmental quality of the building or space in which they are applied. Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.
- Cast metal: Liquid free formFew architects know about the possibilities of cast metal. Few designers use the marvelous products created with this technology. Force lines precisely shaped in…
- Rheinzink Roof and FacadeRheinzink is a Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certified material. It is an alloy of electrolytically refined zinc with a 99.99% degree of purity and accurately defined parts of copper and titanium.
- MetalkernMetalkern is a durable cladding plate which consists of a solid plastic core with 2 decorative metal layers laminated on top. Available in natural copper, natural zinc, stainless steel and brushed aluminium.
- Spray-paint solar cellsA new type of solar cell in development resembles a spray-paint-like synthetic. Designers, solar energy enthusiasts and graffiti artists everywhere may soon have an…
- Predicting Metal Corrosion Could Extend The Life Of BuildingsMetal corrosion remains a major challenge for architecture and infrastructure. Although modern metal components last much longer than they did several decades ago, corrosion…
- Material Experiments in Concrete, Steel and Glass: pulpo’s New Collections for 2026At Maison&Objet 2026, German design company pulpo introduces two material-focused developments: the Industrial Art collection and the Alwa Square series. Both lines show how…
- Timber-Led Office Design Anchors Sustainable Urban Growth in RennesOn the edge of Rennes and Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, a new office project by Alta Architectes demonstrates the power of materials to shape future cities. Built…
- Rediscovering Circular Luxury: A Sustainable Interior Transformation in VerbierIn the heart of the Swiss Alps, an old hotel has been transformed into a private residence that redefines circular design. Interior designer Marianne…
- Ceramics made of reclaimed industrial waste by-productsCalled Circular Ceramics, Sara Howard designed a tableware collection made of reclaimed industrial waste by-products, aiming to minimise the consumption of finite raw materials…
- Harvesting fresh water from the sea with hydrogelResearchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) found a way to harvest water from the humid air over water surfaces using a water-absorbing…
- Building with hempcreteDutch architectural firm Werkstatt created the first Dutch house built entirely from hempcrete. Hempcrete or hemplime is a mixture of lime and hemp wood,…
- Ignorance is Bliss project repurposes waste metal as pigmentsWith her ongoing Ignorance is Bliss project, designer Agne Kucerenkaite repurposes metal waste from industries as pigments to make new valuable products, including ceramic…
- Bamboo buildings on World Bamboo DayToday, on World Bamboo Day, we present several constructions that use the super material bamboo. Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on the planet.…
- Sustainable paving tile'De Duurzame Tegel' is a sustainable paving tile made with the bottom ash left over after incinerating household waste. Currently, 15 per cent of sand and gravel in the concrete is replaced by bottom ash, and the aim is to make that 30 per cent in the future, about 15 paving tiles per person in amount of waste. It is created by Dutch waste processing companies AVR and Renewi, and tile manufacturer De Hamer.
