MYCELIUMMILLENNIUM


Imagines an era in which biological resources
- mycelium*, are used to grow objects
for everyday rituals.

*Mycelium is a root-like structure of a fungus,
a microscopic mass of white threads.



MYCELIUMMILLENNIUM

examines ways of manufacturing with nature itself, merging Biofabrication - as a method of learning from nature, and Craft - embodying antique symbols and forms that place the objects in a longer material history.


MYCELIUMMILLENNIUM

challenges the aesthetics and receptiveness of biodegradable materials.


The collection attempts to stress longevity and resilience and is integrated into a circular vision, where the material is sourced and returns to nature.

MYCELIUMMILLENNIUM

is an invitation to raise awareness of a potential

material revolution, and a vision of what we consume could match both the planet and society’s needs.


Materials: 

Mycelium (fungi shiitake + wood chips substrate) + paint + recycled tin (standard candle fit)

Technique:

Biofabrication, charring, staining

Dimensions:

(max) 30 x Ø 30 cm  / (min) 10x Ø 13 cm


MYCELIUMMILLENNIUM SPECIFICATIONS


Each piece takes up to 1 and a half months to grow and is then dehydrated. The objects are all unique in form, and the fungal materiality will produce different stains and curvatures.

Maintenance:

Handle with care. If necessary, carefully wipe with a damp towel.

Important notice:

The candle-holders are experimental. Do not leave the candles unattended.






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VIDEO & PHOTOGRAPHY
Maria Pita Guerreiro
Manuel Barbosa
Sofie Flinth Bredholt

WITH LOVE TO
Sarxtorp Svamp
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
Hifas da Terra
Biomimicry Norway
Project Mulligan
Astrid