Biomaterials
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Eight innovative materials and products made from salvaged seashells
Natural Material Studio creates reusable biomaterial gift wrap for Calvin Klein
Checkerspot releases algae-based plastic prototype kit for designers
Nina+Co brings biomaterials into MONC eyewear store in London
Yuhan Bai creates alternative-leather clothing collection from soil
Mae-ling Lokko’s Grounds for Return installation explores circular agriculture and architecture
Ganni and Pyratex create tracksuit collection made from banana waste
Evolution Music creates “ecologically sound” bioplastic 12-inch vinyl featuring artists Beatie Wolfe and Michael Stipe
Fluff Stuff is a plant-based textile filling that isn’t just “serving hippies”
Olaniyi Studio creates “living” footwear designed to decay
Biofilm developed to power wearable electronics with sweat
Shellmet is a helmet for fishing workers made from waste scallop shells
BioLab Studio develops 3D-printed “bio scaffold” for growing mycelium
Helena Elston designs decomposable garments from mycelium and recycled materials
Olive pits form modular Nontalo kids’ stool by Eneris Collective
Myceen creates “soft and velvety” lampshades made from mushroom mycelium
Packioli is a biodegradable soap packaging made from artichoke leaves and peapods
TômTex and Peter Do create garments from shrimp and mushroom food waste
Kelp Mini Clutch is a bioplastic bag based on 3D-scans of seaweed
Studio AX aims to highlight potential of biomaterials with Danish fairytale-informed pavilion
Great Wrap is a clingfilm alternative made from waste potato peels
Studio Lionne van Deursen exhibits material created by microorganisms at Milan Design Week
