Watch the World's Largest 3D-Printer Spit Out a 25-Foot Boat

…and how this is really about using wood to replace metal

By Rain Noe - October 16 New

Engineers Develop a Hyper-Compressible Material Using Artificial Intelligence

Imagine taking your bicycle and folding it into your pocket—new material discoveries could promise something not far off

By Allison Fonder - October 15

This Plastic-Alternative Packaging for Personal Care Products Is Made Entirely Out of Soap

When you're done with the contents inside, use the "bottle" to scrub up

By Alexandra Alexa - October 9

MIT's Color-Changing Ink Could Bring Customization to the Next Level 

UV light and an innovative "programmable" ink may one day let you change the color of your sneakers in mere minutes

By Alexandra Alexa - October 8

Algae Demand Our Attention

Algae is hot right now, and not just because global warming is exacerbating massive...

By John P. Kazior - October 3

Future Plastics Could Be Made from Spider Silk and Wood Fibers 

A new study from Aalto University introduces a promising material development challenging the reign of petroleum-based plastics

By Allison Fonder - September 18

Ivy Ross, VP of Design for Hardware at Google, discusses how to translate brand essence into product

Mutual respect and an outstanding materials library help her keep her team focused and productive

By Chris Lefteri - September 18

A Look at the Upcoming Biomaterials On Show at London Design Fair

This year's exhibition will feature "four brilliant examples of work by designers with a keen awareness of the environment"I

By Rain Noe - September 11

The American Prison Uniform: A Snapshot

In the late eighteenth century, when American colonists established detainment centers for criminals, they...

By Emily R. Pellerin - September 4

Are Bioplastics Fulfilling All That They Promise?

Work with reclaimed materials, or demand better bioplastics for the future of sustainable material

By John P. Kazior - September 3

Graphene-Lined Clothes Might Become the Chemical-Free Answer to Mosquito Bites

By Alexandra Alexa - August 28

Vollebak's New Plant and Algae T-Shirt Can Decompose in Three Months

Ready for something new? Just throw it in the compost.

By Alexandra Alexa - August 22

Adidas' Director of Sustainability Alexis Olans Haass discusses materials, experiments and sustainability

Alexis Olans Haass of Adidas discusses how to engage consumers and integrate brand strategy with environmental awareness

By Chris Lefteri - August 20

Dust London is Transforming Tea Waste Into Covetable Homewares

The tea leaves infuse the objects with a range of earthy tones and subtle textures

By Alexandra Alexa - August 19

This Limited-Edition Bike is Made Out of 300 Nespresso Pods

Recognize the Arpeggio purple?

By Alexandra Alexa - August 14

Interview with Petra Cullmann, Global Portfolio Director Plastics & Rubber at Messe Düsseldorf

Discussing the evolution of the plastics industry and its relationship with designers

By Chris Lefteri - August 13

Massive Design Opportunity: "Eco-Friendly, 100% Compostable" Takeout Containers Found to Contain Harmful Cancer-Linked Chemicals

We need designers who can crack the single-use problem and change how we live

By Rain Noe - August 8

Tokyo 2020 Medals Will Be Made From Over 6 Million Recycled Phones and Other Devices

Over the past two years, Japanese citizens have donated over 78,985 tons of old consumer electronics to the effort

By Alexandra Alexa - August 6

Lessons Learned by Moving From City to Farm: Plastic is Awesome

Single-use plastic makes no sense. Daily-use plastic makes lots of sense

By Rain Noe - August 1

3M Debuts a Way to Ship Packages with Less Waste

It promises to cut the time, materials, and space needed to ship products by up to 50%

By Alexandra Alexa - July 30

The aesthetic of plastic

Back when plastic was having its day, its aesthetic, that was born from its...

By Chris Lefteri - July 30

Sean Carney, Chief Design Officer of Philips, exposes the realities of designing for healthcare

Philips designs the future of healthcare with the aim to drive better health experiences and ultimately better outcomes for patients

By Chris Lefteri - July 23

Talking CMF with Alastair Curtis

The Chief Design Officer of Logitech discusses the company's approach to materials, user experience and their commitment to sustainability

By Chris Lefteri - July 17

One Plastic, One Product

Emphasizing the properties of a single material to create lasting value

By Chris Lefteri - July 9