Mycelium
_UPHOLSTERING
The work showcases the creation of three-dimensional leather upholstery and the use of this product for interior architecture applications and proposes a counter approach to widely accepted planned obsolescence strategies. The fabrication potential of mycelium leather is demonstrated through a prototype titled "Second Skin" which acts as a sustainable alternative to traditional interior textiles that meet specific material property behaviors and offer aesthetic flexibility. The study highlights the scalability of mycelium leather production and the potential for these materials to reimagine interior aesthetics and design applications.
The interior layers of buildings present significant challenges for waste management and environmental sustainability due to their frequent replacement, the composite nature of the materials used, and the difficulty of recycling them. Sustainable alternatives, such as mycelium-based materials, offer a promising avenue for addressing these challenges by providing renewable, biodegradable options that reduce waste and environmental impact. The work encapsulates new methods for decentralized bio-material production and is an embodied critique of established production principles.