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Tag: Sustainable Materials
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Via nytimes.com
Scientists Created a Regenerating Bacterial Ink for 3D Printers
A new study published in the journal Nature Communications revealed that scientists created an ink from the toxic microbe E coli. These researchers found that when growing and feeding E coli bacteria, it …
Test Drive: Volvo C40 Recharge EV
An electrified Swedish design statement that's a pleasure to drive
Café Cotton Cashmere Hoodie
$150.00
Made from a blend of cotton, cashmere and S.Cafe (a material derived from recycled coffee grounds), Naadam’s Café Hoodie comes in two colors: navy or sage. This ultra-soft, more sustainable fabric offers odor-controlling, moisture-wicking …
Circular Systems’ Waste-Based, Multi-Purpose Material, AgraLoop BioFibre
A new natural fiber capable of replacing cotton, born from food waste
SURPRISE Pleated Face Mask
$25.00
Helmed by MI Leggett—an NYC-based, non-binary artist—Official Rebrand exists at the crux of art, fashion and sustainability. Leggett creates new garments, accessories and sculptures from unwanted and discarded materials. Super-practical and visually …
Interview: HempWood Founder Greg Wilson
A new sustainable design material enters the market with innumerable benefits
Essence Sustainable Materials Wristwatch
$205.00
For their new Essence collection, Swiss watch brand Mondaine emphasizes sustainability. Produced at the brand’s now 80% solar-powered factory in Biberist, Switzerland, the watch incorporates recycled PET bottles for its multi-purpose pouch …
Bandido Studio Table Lamp
$172.00
Contemporary Designers de Mexico’s “Bandido” lamp is comprised of enamel on top of a spun steel and an oak base. Available in four color combinations, the handmade item stands 16 inches tall …
Via fastcompany.com
Grown-To-Order Headphones Made From Fungus
Korvaa has developed headphones made of fungus, biomaterials and 3D-printed plastics derived from the lactic acid found in yeast. The leather-like material that covers the foam ear-pads is actually fungal mycelium, while …