berlin-based textile designer youyang song developed PEELSPHERE, a 100% biodegradable and circular material made from fruit waste and algae.

Fernando Laposse has developed Totomoxtle, a naturally colorful and sustainable material made with native Mexican corn husks.

A bio-based leather alternative, this new material revolves around the concepts of circularity & sustainability. A sustainable loop has been attained through this material development process, keeping the sustainable development goals in mind, where all the raw materials are organic, sourced from nature ranging from seaweed (algae), natural fibers, flowers, to nutrient rich fruit/vegetable peels that we throw away, and it goes back to nature (bio-degrade) once its purpose is served.

The James Dyson Award is an international design award that celebrates, encourages and inspires the designers of new problem-solving ideas.

Cheer Project is a research into pine needles in which this abundant and unwanted material is developed into a 100% bio-based and biodegradable composite material. The northern region of India is home to the pine trees. These forests cover most of the lands of Himachal and Uttarakhand. But these states are facing menacing problems due… Continue reading The post Cheer Project – 100% bio-based pine needle composite appeared first on DesignWanted.

Composting is not merely a smart way to reduce household waste. It's an eco-friendly practice that transforms organic matter into a treasure trove of nutrients for your garden. One of the most abundant and readily available sources of organic material is right in your backyard: yard waste. From grass clippings and leaves to branches and spent flowers, your garden is an endless source of raw material for composting. The Gold in Yard Waste Yard waste might seem insignificant or even a nuisa...

Our second open source book on Bioplastics, this time the bioplastic cook book gives everyone tips and recipes to make their own bioplastics! The book contains a flyer to print for labeling your bioplastic and creating your material archive. Book written by Margaret Dunne during her internship at Fab Textiles June-July 2018

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