Material

Material development with nature as the main collaborator. Using both ancient and pioneering methods, our studio explores and creates new bio-materials through curiosity-driven experimentation. We focus on transforming waste streams into valuable resources.

A totem created by Jannis Schäfer Studio, titled 'The Nature of Transformation: Lessons from a Potato.' The sculpture features various biomaterials made from 100% potato, including elements that are fermented, 3D printed, hand-formed, and molded. The totem is a complex assemblage of different shapes and textures, demonstrating innovative processing techniques.

Rectangular piece of mycelium biomaterial grown on BSG with a rough, textured surface, designed by studio Jannis Schäfer, shown on a plain white background.

A totem created by Jannis Schäfer Studio, titled 'The Nature of Transformation: Lessons from a Potato.' The sculpture features various biomaterials made from 100% potato, including elements that are fermented, 3D printed, hand-formed, and molded. The totem is a complex assemblage of different shapes and textures, demonstrating innovative processing techniques.

A biomaterial panel created by Studio Jannis Schäfer and Alvise Rizzo, made from 100% BSG brewer's grain and encased in a clear plastic sheet. The close-up image shows the textured, grainy material sandwiched between the wavy plastic layers, highlighting the innovative use of organic waste materials for sustainable design.

A totem created by Jannis Schäfer Studio, titled 'The Nature of Transformation: Lessons from a Potato.' The sculpture features various biomaterials made from 100% potato, including elements that are fermented, 3D printed, hand-formed, and molded. The totem is a complex assemblage of different shapes and textures, demonstrating innovative processing techniques.

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