Studio Arp proved that food and furniture can go hand-in-hand with their eco-friendly pendant light crafted entirely from orange peel. Once dried and stitched together, the peel takes on leather-like qualities, offering a flexible yet durable texture - ideal for modern, mindful interiors. With further applications on the horizon, Studio Arp highlights the exciting potential of biomaterials in everyday design.
Studio Arp's orange peel pendant light
Leveraging advanced design software, Ecolattice’s ‘smart foam’ is pushing the boundaries of functionality, without compromising sustainability. Through the use of innovative materials and additive manufacturing, this lightweight yet highly durable foam is already making an impact across various applications - whether it’s pressure relief seating or ergonomic support for the automotive industry. With superior UV resistance and fire retardancy, their next-generation collection is built to endure even the most demanding environments.
Ecolattice smart foam
Another standout at the fair was Crafting Plastics’ ‘Senseables’ collection, consisting of stackable, versatile stools made from NUATAN - a biobased and biodegradable material. These playful pieces are designed for all ages, with the latest interactive version featuring a solar-active bioskin that reacts to UV radiation, changing colour in real-time based on the UV index. Alongside making each item entirely unique, this clever design raises awareness of solar radiation and invisible environmental threats through the material’s responsive properties. Crafting Plastics also showcased a lighting collection designed with a “no glue, no screws” policy, instead utilising materials that naturally degrade together.
Crafting Plastics Senseables
Corian® Design brought the beauty of the natural world indoors with their ‘Nature’s Canvas’ exhibition. Inspired by dramatic landscapes, flowing water, and flora, Corian showcased their new collection of nature-inspired solid surfaces through 10 artistic canvases and a series of immersive sculptures. These installations, paired with an audio-visual experience, illustrated the limitless versatility of their solid surfaces, which can be adapted for a variety of architectural and design applications.
Corian Nature's Canvas
Clayworks tapped into centuries-old traditions, combined with modern-day innovation, to present an extensive range of clay finishes that balance aesthetics with sustainability. At the fair, they spotlighted their Natural Clay Rammed Earth Finish, a standout feature for its eco-friendly and highly durable qualities. With options ranging from Smooth to Rustic, Clayworks’ finishes offer a unique tactile experience and are ideal for projects seeking a blend of natural beauty and sustainability. Keep up with the next generation of sustainable materials by subscribing to our mailing list and following us on social media. Or, visit our London-based material studio, where you can explore and sample a range of surface coverings inspired by nature.
Clayworks' natural clay plasters
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