In London, clothing brand Vollebak has partnered with Japan’s Spiber, a company using molecular engineering to create biomaterial similar to spider silk, to create a 2024 line that includes a sweater, beanie and scarf. The process begins with yeast, which is cultivated to produce a unique biofabric that mimics the properties of wool. Once the […]
In London, New Wave Biotech has raised €1.2 million (US$1.25 million) to boost staff levels and expand markets for its AI bioprocess simulation software. The company’s Bioprocess Foresight platform facilitates biomanufacturing development by simulating bioprocesses to predict quantified output, costs and sustainability impact. The program also improves as it learns from empirical data. According to […]
In London, design publication dezeen has included several biobased products in its annual list of most innovative materials. “The realities of climate change have driven another big year in material innovation in 2024,” according to the publication. Winners include Christien Meindertsma, who has created Flaxwood tiles for brand Dzek, and design collective Nawa’s RePit, which […]
In London, animal advocacy group World Animal Protection has partnered with AI software company PubTrawlr to unveil Cultivator, the first-ever chatbot dedicated to cultivated meat. The tool aims to provide consumers with easy access to information about cultivated meat. The Cultivator is designed to raise awareness and acceptance of cultivated meat by answering questions and […]
In London, sustainability focused apparel company Pangaia has unveiled an enhanced version of its Flwrdwn biobased down alternative as part of the new DNA Flower Warmth collection. Originally launched in 2019, Flwrdwn combines hand-harvested wildflowers, biopolymer, and aerogel to create a breathable material that serves as an alternative to traditional down. The wildflowers are sourced […]
In London, Studio Arp has unveiled its innovative “Citrus Sinensis” project, which features a leather-like material crafted from repurposed orange peels. Conceived by interdisciplinary designer Alkesh Parmar, the project highlights sustainable materials that blend traditional craftsmanship with low-tech processes. Citrus Sinensis includes pendant lamps and various artworks that reflect themes of migration and decentralized design. […]
In London, a student pursuing a master’s degree in bio-integrated design has developed cyanobacterial building panels that capture carbon. The idea came to University of London student Prantar Tamuli during the COVID-19 lockdown. Dubbed C-ELM—short for Cyanobacterial Engineered Living Material—the panels are a step closer to reality after being featured in an art installation at […]
In London, designer Maca Barrera has introduced a new concept in sun protection: clothing infused with melanin produced through fermentation. Melanin is a sun-protecting protein found in skin. Barrera’s Melwear envisions apparel that acts as a second skin and could replace chemical sunscreens. While her final design project at Central Saint Martins didn’t include a […]
In London, designer Gisung Han has created a biodegradable, potato-based plastic stool infused with wildflower seeds. Dubbed Blooming Decay Stool tells designboom the concept would be ideal campsites or music festivals. “I thought about scenarios where it would be acceptable to use a chair for a limited time,” he said. “The Glastonbury Festival came to […]
In London, PETA has recognized several fashion houses for their efforts to use biobased and cruelty-free materials in their clothing and accessories. Ganni won trendsetter of the year for a jacket made out of a biomaterial produced by Polybion. The Danish fashion brand was also recognized for its work with plant leather innovator, Ohoskin. MoEa […]
