Material exploration design

Material development, mycelium and cellulose fibers. Ateljé of Emelie Molinder.

On the first day of class, students were given the assignment to collect materials found at home, in nature, etc. and adhesives to bring to class the following day. In a two hour period they had to assemble 3 spheres between 3"-6" varying in materials and construction methods. Its was a simple exercise dealing with issues of construction, time, parameters and material exploration. The following critique was a great introduction to the interests and character of each student.

Exploring graphic letterforms as an extension of the body, and investigating the notion of hyper-femininity, the type designer and artist Charlotte Rohde challenges the gender bias of type design.

Workshops – Jessica den Hartog

The W10 charger’s terrazzo exterior uses concrete mixed along with recycled ceramic particles, cement construction waste, quartz fragments, and other crushed stones, most of which are virtually useless. By binding these waste particles into concrete, China-based Bentu Design has perfected the art of repurposing trash and making well-designed products out of terrazzo. VIEW MORE NOW!

Experimenting with unconventional materials to create my own fabric! ✨ Before starting my final piece, I explored different textures and techniques, keeping my theme—jellyfish and metallics—in mind. From shimmering surfaces to fluid forms, every sample was a step toward bringing my vision to life! #fashiondesigner #fashionandtextiles #unicreativearts #textiletechniques #fashion #portfolio #fashioneducation #fashionschool #fashioncollage #fashiondesignstudent #fashionstudent #sustainability…

Considered one of the noblest building materials - and also a favorite of many global architects - wood delivers aesthetic, structural, and practical...

Image 5 of 22 from gallery of Could Salt Be a Material of the Future? Innovating with Crystallized Salt Panels. Photograph by Adrian Deweerdt & Joana Luz