Pola 生物材料公司
从入侵植物水葫芦中提取生物材料
Pola Project 创新性地将风信子转化为可持续生物材料，如压缩板、替代皮革、纸张、猫砂和包装材料。它满足了建筑、家具、时尚和具有环保意识的消费者寻求环保替代品的需求。Pola 是一种将风信子转化为生物物品的再生设计方法，说明了入侵植物的潜在价值，即不被视为讨厌的东西，而是一种礼物。所有材料均可堆肥，生产能耗低。
公司/机构
Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
IAAC is a cutting-edge educational and research center exploring the intersection of technology, architecture, and environmental sustainability. Fabricademy, a unique course offered by IAAC is a platform where technology, design, and sustainability converge, offering an interdisciplinary learning experience. It empowers students to explore the potential of digital fabrication and textiles, encouraging sustainable practices and cutting-edge design methodologies. Through hands-on experimentation, students delve into bio-design, material science, and advanced fabrication techniques.
国家
西班牙
Designer(s)
Nanditha Nair
Nanditha initiated her career in the media industry but was soon captivated by materials and handicrafts. Collaborating with eco-conscious companies, she delved into small-batch production, utilizing technology to enhance artisans' capabilities through digital design and fabrication. Hailing from Kerala, India, where water hyacinth poses a significant challenge in daily life, she became intrigued by its material potential for a distributed manufacturing model, prompting her journey to IAAC in Barcelona.