In a circular economy, we are striving for creating sustainable and resilient value. Knowing that resources are endless, we should search for alternatives that can become part of a circular system. This means to rethink design and production techniques and it means establishing new aesthetics. For me, material innovations are a vital part of it.

 

Resources should not be seen as servants of our economy - rather we should see resources as part of our nature that need time for regeneration. So, why not use materials that are already in circulation or even considered waste?

 

I decided on re-using walnut shells.

What are their qualities? Which advantages do they have? Can they become a useful material again?

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Out of an experimental approach with walnut shells a new material arouse. This material is made from ground walnut shells and gelatin. It deforms itself enormously while drying.