Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Materials in the News: organic light-emmitting diodes 09.08.2009
Check out this recent NY Times article on OLEDs and how they are becoming increasingly popular for many reasons, including their energy efficiency.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Some insights on Materials Research: Immaterial/Ultramaterial
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!
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!
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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Thursday, August 27, 2009
Material of the Week: 8.24.09 Tradical Hemcrete
Tradical has developed a line of construction products and materials made of Hemp and Lime.
Hemcrete is a light concrete that is intended for insulation of walls, floors, and roofs. It is made primarily of hemp shiv and a lime binder.
"Fast growing hemp stores carbon during its growth and releases oxygen into the atmosphere. The overall CO2 balance for Tradical hemp and lime products is such that captured carbon is retained within the fabric of a building."
-www.lhoist.co.uk/tradical
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Monday, August 17, 2009
Material of the Week: 08.17.2009 Solar Ivy
Check out this environmentally conscious and innovative material.
Solar Ivy is a flexible system of Photovoltaic modules that generate and deliver solar energy.
"Solar Ivy utilizes recycled and reclaimed materials wherever possible and insure that at the end of the system's lifespan, sustainable methods of recycling and reclamation are carried out to minimize environmental and resource footprints."
Click here to learn more about Solar Ivy.
Solar Ivy is a flexible system of Photovoltaic modules that generate and deliver solar energy.
"Solar Ivy utilizes recycled and reclaimed materials wherever possible and insure that at the end of the system's lifespan, sustainable methods of recycling and reclamation are carried out to minimize environmental and resource footprints."
Click here to learn more about Solar Ivy.
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Sunday, August 2, 2009
Material of the Week: 08.02.2009 Coverings Etc. Bio-Glass
I found this week's Material of the Week thanks to LK Wilhelms of Green Box Solutions, who represents Coverings Etc's products.
Bio-Glass is a translucent glass surface that is made of 100% recycled glass and that is 100% recyclable. It is also Cradle-to-Cradle certified and is eligible for LEED credit.
The recycled content of the material yields an amazing texture in its translucency. Bio-Glass can be applied as a counter-top surface, exterior cladding, and more.
Click here to learn more about Bio-Glass from Coverings Etc.
Click here to contact LK Wilhelms to learn more about Bio-Glass.
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Bio-Glass is a translucent glass surface that is made of 100% recycled glass and that is 100% recyclable. It is also Cradle-to-Cradle certified and is eligible for LEED credit.
The recycled content of the material yields an amazing texture in its translucency. Bio-Glass can be applied as a counter-top surface, exterior cladding, and more.
Click here to learn more about Bio-Glass from Coverings Etc.
Click here to contact LK Wilhelms to learn more about Bio-Glass.
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Materials Resource Center News
This week, some of us at the Materials Resource Center had the opportunity to meet with LK Wilhelms of Green Box Solutions. LK represents sustainable materials and products in range of applications.
LK spoke with us about the materials she represents, how and where the are made, and how they compare with less sustainable alternatives. It was great to hear about products that are not only worth LEED credit, but also have been Cradle-to-Cradle certified, and even Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified.
Some of the manufacturers that LK currently represents include Smith & Fong Plyboo, Coverings Etc., Ceilings Plus, and BASWAphon.
Check out LK's site here at www.greenboxsol.com.
LK spoke with us about the materials she represents, how and where the are made, and how they compare with less sustainable alternatives. It was great to hear about products that are not only worth LEED credit, but also have been Cradle-to-Cradle certified, and even Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified.
Some of the manufacturers that LK currently represents include Smith & Fong Plyboo, Coverings Etc., Ceilings Plus, and BASWAphon.
Check out LK's site here at www.greenboxsol.com.
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