Last week I made a visit to the New York City office of Material ConneXion to participate in their monthly jury meeting to select new materials for the library. A world leader in material innovation, Material ConneXion is a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies as well as forward-thinking agencies and governmental bodies seeking a creative, competitive, or sustainable edge. Material… Continue reading The Material ConneXion Jury Meeting
Category: Sustainable
Stikwood Peel-and-Stick Solid Wood Paneling
I spotted Stikwood during last month's Architectural Design Home Show, where the Sacramento-based company launched their new Charcoal wood finish made of American oak that resembles the Japanese scorched-wood technique, Shou-sugi-ban. Dating back to 1700's Japan, wood charring was originally used as a natural sealant. First launched in 2012, Stikwood manufactures the world's first peel-and-stick,… Continue reading Stikwood Peel-and-Stick Solid Wood Paneling
Denim by TorZo Surfaces
Recycled denim scraps have previously found new life as insulation, but the fabric has now been transformed into a durable architectural finish. To turn your Levis into panels, TorZo Surfaces takes a base construction of 80% post-industrial recycled denim fabric scraps and infuses it with a nontoxic acrylic resin. Penetrating completely through the raw Denim board, the infusion… Continue reading Denim by TorZo Surfaces
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