I was recently reminded of a great book about materials research: Immaterial/Ultramaterial: Architecture, Design, and Materials edited by Toshiko Mori.
The book discusses different types of material research being conducted based on types such as edge, surface, substance, and phenomena.
The book also transcribes round table discussions between some well-known architects regarding each subject.
There are two copies of the book on reserve at the Kranzberg Art and Architecture Library. Check it out if you get a chance!
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Material of the Week: Paperstone 08.31.09
Paperstone is an innovative surface material that can be applied in various ways including counter tops and rainscreens.
Paperstone offers a few types of surface materials, made of 100% recycled post-consumer recycled cardboard, 100% post-consumer recycled paper, or virgin fiber. All types are manufactured with a petroleum-free resin.
The 'Certified' type, made of 100% post-consumer recycled paper is certified by the Smartwood program of the Rainforest Alliance to the Forest Stewardship Council standards.
Paperstone boasts steel-like strength in span and a workability similar to that of wood.
To learn more about Paperstone, visit their site by clicking here.
Paperstone offers a few types of surface materials, made of 100% recycled post-consumer recycled cardboard, 100% post-consumer recycled paper, or virgin fiber. All types are manufactured with a petroleum-free resin.
The 'Certified' type, made of 100% post-consumer recycled paper is certified by the Smartwood program of the Rainforest Alliance to the Forest Stewardship Council standards.
Paperstone boasts steel-like strength in span and a workability similar to that of wood.
To learn more about Paperstone, visit their site by clicking here.
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