Brain of Materials Now Officially Supports BMW GS 93016 Approval
Brain of Materials officially supports BMW GS 93016 approval end-to-end: digital specifications, BMW-approved lab selection, and proven direct data transmission to BMW.
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Brain of Materials Now Officially Supports BMW GS 93016 Approval
Brain of Materials now officially supports the BMW GS 93016 approval process for thermoplastic materials — end to end, and in active production use. From identifying the correct test scope, through commissioning a BMW-approved laboratory, to transmitting structured approval data directly to the responsible BMW department, every step of the GS 93016 journey is now available as a digital, automated...
Why Digital Specifications Are Becoming Indispensable for Sustainable Textile Approvals
How Brain of Materials, Volkswagen and Stellantis Demonstrated at Messe Frankfurt That Digital Delivery Specifications, Machine-Readable RequirementPlans and Automated Product Passport Comparisons Are Essential to Master the Rising Approval Workload for Recycled and Sustainable Textile Materials Last week, the Brain of Materials team came together with the German textile industryassociation...
TestID for Digital Specifications and Test Requirements – The Complete Guide to Unambiguous Materials Testing in the Automotive Supply Chain
How the TestID (TID) Enables Machine-Readable Digital Specifications for Test Requirements, Eliminates Interpretation in Materials Quality Assurance, and Why Brain of Materials Is the Implementation Platform of Choice for OEMs, Tier Suppliers, and Material Manufacturers In materials quality assurance, ambiguous test requirements remain one of the mostpersistent sources of delay, coordination...
PLM and Raw Material Approval: How Digital Test Data Integration Closes the Gap in Product Lifecycle Management
Why Structured Material Data, Standardised Approval Workflows, and Automated Testing Interfaces Are Essential for Efficient PLM Integration in the Automotive Supply Chain – and How Brain of Materials Delivers the Operational Infrastructure The Missing Link in PLM: Structured Raw Material Approval Data Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) has become the central backbone of digital product...
Techtextil 2026: How Leading OEMs Are Accelerating Material Approvals for Sustainable Textiles
Together with ivgt e.V. – Industrieverband Veredlung, Garne, Gewebe, Technische Textilien e.V., we are pleased to invite you to the Application Forum at the Messe Frankfurt exhibition grounds.
VDA 231-301 Explained: The Complete Guide to Digital Test Data Exchange in Automotive Materials Quality Assurance
How the VDA 231-301 Recommendation Standardises Machine-Readable Test Data Interfaces – and Why Brain of Materials Is the Implementation Partner of Choice for OEMs, Tier Suppliers, and Material Manufacturers What Is VDA 231-301? – Definition, Scope, and Purpose VDA 231-301 is a recommendation published by the German Association of the Automotive Industry (Verband der Automobilindustrie, VDA)...
Happy Easter from Brain of Materials – What Would It Take to Approve an Easter Egg?
From Chocolate to Compliance: A Seasonal Thought Experiment The Brain of Materials team wishes all partners, customers, and colleagues across theautomotive and plastics value chain a very happy Easter. As the industry pauses briefly torecharge, we thought it fitting to pose a question that bridges the festive season with our daily work: what would happen if a chocolate Easter egg had to undergo a...
Reliable Conversion of Legacy Test and Material Data into Standardised Data Models
Legacy Data as a Structural Barrier to Digitalisation The digitalisation of materials quality assurance in the automotive and plastics industriesdepends on the availability of structured, machine-readable data. However, a substantialproportion of existing test and product data resides in formats that were never designed forautomated processing: PDF data sheets, proprietary Excel templates,...
Streamlined Laboratory Commissioning via Brain of Materials – From Test Plan to Order in Minutes
Laboratory Coordination as a Bottleneck in Materials Quality Assurance In the automotive and plastics industries, the commissioning of laboratory tests remains one of the most resource-intensive steps in the quality assurance process. Once a test plan has been defined, organizations face the operational challenge of identifying suitable laboratories, communicating precise testing requirements,...
Unambiguous identification of testing requirements thanks to the TestID
Ambiguous Testing Requirements Lead to Increased Planning Efforts In materials quality assurance, testing requirements are often described in standards, OEM specifications, or internal guidelines; however, they are not always clearly referenceable. Different interpretations of testing conditions, variations in the scope of testing, and project-specific adjustments regularly result in increased ...
Celebrating Achievements in Dual Studies: Three Promising Talents Join Brain of Materials
Practical AI Research as the Foundation for Advancing Data-Driven Material Processes The targeted promotion of qualified young professionals is a fundamental pillar for sustainable innovation capability in technology-driven companies. Brain of Materials is particularly pleased to announce the successful completion of three dual students who pursued a degree in Computer Science at Hochschule...
Digital Quality Assurance with VDA 231-301 – Brain of Materials as the Implementation Partner for Standardized Test Data Interfaces
Standardized Testing and Material Data as Enablers of an Integrated Digital Supply Chain The digitalization of the automotive value chain hinges on the structured availability of quality-assured data. This is particularly relevant in the plastics sector, characterized by complex material requirements, extensive testing programs, and OEM-specific specifications. To date, heterogeneous exchange...
Brain of Materials at K 2025
Brain of Materials is exhibiting at K 2025 in Düsseldorf – and we’re bringing the future of sampling with us.
Brain of Materials at PIAE: Digital Solutions for the Future of Mobility
Brain of Materials will be present at PIAE 2025, the international industry event for plastics in automotive engineering, taking place on March 26th and 27th at the Congress Center Rosengarten in Mannheim.
Brain of Materials Showcase at VDA SME Day 2024
Brain of Materials will participate as an exhibitor at this year's VDA e.V. Mittelstandstag in Bonn. The event will take place on June 5th and 6th, 2024, focusing on strengthening the location and suppliers in the automotive industry and the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a driver of transformation.
Visit us at EcoMotion 2024 in Tel Aviv
Behind every great advancement are materials that redefine the boundaries of what is possible. They are the silent heroes of innovation. This is especially crucial in times of change and disruption, which is the focus of the 12th annual EcoMotion main event in Tel Aviv.
CES-2024: Elevate Efficiency in 2024! Discover Streamlined Processes!
Meet us at CES 2024 in Las Vegas Brain of Materials welcomes you all in the new year 2024. The year starts with the CES and Brain of Materials will be an exhibitor at this year's CES in Las Vegas, Nevada. You will find us in Hall D / Booth 55439-05, where we showcase the benefits for OEMs and brands including their suppliers. Let's leverage efficiency in times of global growth slowdown, high...
IAA-MOBILITY-2023_Announcement_News
Meet us at IAA MOBILITY 2023 in Munich Once again Brain of Materials will be an exhibitor at this year's IAA Mobility. You will find us in Hall B3 / Booth B211, where we showcase the benefits for OEMs and brands including their suppliers. Let's leverage efficiency in times of global growth slowdown, high inflation, and interest rate fluctuations. Specials for Material-, Part-,...
Newsletter#2_GMID
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, sustainability and efficiency are key drivers of success. Enter Global Material-ID (GMID), the innovative Brain of Materials that serves as a transformative tool for suppliers of raw materials and semi-finished goods, without any associated fees. In this article, we will explore the remarkable advantages that GMID brings to the table, including...
Newsletter#2_Seamless Purchasing of Material Tests and Report Management
In today's fast-paced world of material and component manufacturing, efficiency is the key to success. However, companies often fall short when it comes to seamless process integration and data management. This is where Brain of Materials comes into play – an innovative digital platform that connects material manufacturers, assemblers, semi-finished product manufacturers, component manufacturers...
Newsletter#2_Digitization of OEMs´ Technical Regulations by Brain of Materials
Imagine an OEM/Brand or Tier-1 supplier seamlessly navigating a sea of possibilities, rapidly identifying the ideal materials and suppliers for their projects. Brain of Materials does exactly that. By establishing a digital standard, it expedites the entire procurement process up to material- and part-releases. Also allowing OEMs/Brands and Tier-1 suppliers to uncover the perfect materials,...
Newsletter#2_Assisted Comparison of Material Data vs. OEMs´Technical Regulations
Streamlined Workflows through Informed Comparison: Harnessing the power of comparison enables businesses to streamline their workflows and achieve greater efficiency. By comparing different parameters such as test results, technical data sheet values, and target values, companies can identify areas for improvement and align their processes accordingly. This data-driven approach eliminates...
Newsletter#2_Trade Show Success
Anyone who has ever participated in a trade show knows the effort involved in preparation and the often cumbersome follow-up afterward. The good news is that this can be a thing of the past. Digital transformation allows companies to significantly ease the post-show follow-up for trade show attendees. By providing digital resources such as presentations, product information, and contact details,...
Pakistan Sustainable
At Brain of Materials, we recently had the honor of hosting the project group from the GIZ program, "Sustainable Pakistan - Improvement of Labor and Environmental Standards in Pakistan's Textile Industry (TextILES)." GIZ, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (German Society for International Cooperation) GmbH, has been commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for...
HIGH GLOSS like a MIRROR
High-gloss surface despite a high percentage of recycled material. Discover the future of circularity! ELIX-Polymers presents the E-LOOP 801 MR.
Sustainable Materials on INTERZUM 2023 in Cologne
Between May 09 - 12 Brain of Materials will become showcase for circular materials - digital as well as physical and haptic - on INTERZUM 2023 in ColognE!
Sustainable Materials on INTERZUM 2023 in Cologne
Between May 09 - 12 Brain of Materials will become showcase for circular materials - digital as well as physical and haptic - on INTERZUM 2023 in ColognE!
purchase lab testing services fully digitally
We are excited to introduce our brand new feature on our digital platform. From now on, you have the opportunity to purchase lab testing services fully digitally from your lab service providers and seamlessly connect the test results with your digital material and product passport without the hassle of manual work. This groundbreaking feature...
Brain of Materials at the #VDATK23
Brain of Materials at the Technical Congress of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA).
Interview Uwe Mazura 2023
In these days the textile industry met in Frankfurt for heimtextil, the International Trade Fair for Home and Contract Textiles. The last fair in 2020 attracted about 63,000 visitors, 2,918 companies from 136 countries exhibited (Messe Frankfurt). A lot has happened since then, pandemic, war, energy crisis. We ask Dr. Uwe Mazura, Managing Director of the German Textile+Fashion Association...
Interview with Hans Peter Schlegelmilch - CEO Brain of Materials
BOM: The world's leading trade fair for the plastics industry ended last Wednesday. According to the final report, 176,000 guests visited the fair, a record in the current period. You were one of the visitors. What impressions did you take away with you? How did you feel about the atmosphere?
Brain of Materials AG joins Kunststoffland NRW e.V.
Despite all the crises, the industry is (still) optimistic about the future. In the fully occupied 18 halls of the plastics trade fair K 2022 in Düsseldorf, more than 3,000 exhibitors from 60 nations offer a complete overview of an industry that is unjustly castigated as an environmental offender. The plastics industry is energy-intensive, like many other impact sectors, however. At K 2022, it...
Interview mit Dr. Brinitzer - kunststoffland NRW e.V. - zur K 2022
The K 2022 in Düsseldorf is the world's leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry every 3 years. This week the time has come, the K 2022 opens its doors. We from Brain of Materials will be on site with a team during the whole time. Today we talk to Dr. Ron Brinitzer, Managing Director of "kunststoffland NRW e.V.".
Getzner Textil AG takes advantage of BRAIN OF MATERIALS
Getzner Textil AG takes the advantage of Brain of Materials as SMART MATERIAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT as a service. Getzner Textil AG is the world's leading manufacturer of sophisticated African fashion damasks and is one of the most important and experienced suppliers of fashion textiles for shirts and blouses, corporate fashion and technical textiles. Among technical textiles, the acunic product...
Talking Colors & Textures Digital 220913
On SEPTEMBER 15, 2022, BRAIN OF MATERIALS invites EVERYBODY, WHO IS IN TOUCH WITH OR IN CHARGE OF COLOR- , TEXTURE- AND GRAIN-MATCHING TO AN 1-HOUR WEBINAR - CMF-DESIGNER, COLORISTS, DYEING SPECIALISTS, MATERIAL- & PRODUCT ENGINEERS.
Talking Colors & Textures Digital 220807
On AUGUST 24 & SEPTEMBER 07, 2022, BRAIN OF MATERIALS invites EVERYBODY, WHO IS IN TOUCH WITH OR IN CHARGE OF COLOR- , TEXTURE- AND GRAIN-MATCHING TO AN 1-HOUR WEBINAR - CMF-DESIGNER, COLORISTS, DYEING SPECIALISTS, MATERIAL- & PRODUCT ENGINEERS.
Brain of Materials AG Partner of C2C-NGO
On June 22, 2022, the CRADLE TO CRADLE NGO invites you to its summer reception at its Berlin office on Landsberger Allee. "After more than two years of digital events, we want to take the opportunity to welcome the C2C community to our LAB," says Tim Janßen, Executive Director of the C2C NGO. On site at the C2C Head Office, Education Center and Real Lab, there is the opportunity to experience...
Interview_MilanDesignWeek2022_HP-Schlegelmilch
The Milan Furniture Fair, Salone Internazionale del Mobile, has celebrated its 60th anniversary from June 07 to 12. Brain of Materials is participating. We ask our CEO Dr. Hans-Peter Schlegelmilch, what he actually expects from the fair.
Announcement_BrainofMaterials_on_SaloneDelMobile2022
The textile industry is one of the most polluting ones out there. Every second, the volume of a garbage truck filled with both used and unused clothing ends up in a landfill. Only a minor share of this waste reenters our daily lives as low quality materials, such as insulation. This mountain of waste isn’t solely an environmental eyesore, it’s a nearly inexhaustible material source for new ...
INDORAMA MOBILITY BECOMES MATERIAL PARTNER OF BRAIN OF MATERIALS
The Indorama Mobility Group and Brain of Materials have agreed on a materials partnership. "Marketing and sales at INDORAMA Mobility are to become significantly more digital in the future," says Frank Leymann," Digital platforms are now the means of presenting our own products to customers and interested parties. We increase reach, can inform more efficiently and benefit from the possibilities of...
Catena-X
"We want to become the largest system of digital data twins!" is how Oliver Ganser sets the direction at the VDA's SME Day on May 17 and 18, 2022. Catena-X sees itself as a rapidly scalable, expandable ecosystem in which all participants in the automotive value chain can participate equally. The goal: to provide an environment for building, operating and collaboratively using end-to-end data...
Brain of Materials AG member of Catena-X
On the sidelines of the VDA-Mittelstandstag (SME-Day) 2022, Oliver Ganser personally welcomes the Brain-of-Materials crew that has traveled to Frankfurt as a member company at Catena-X. The CEO of Catena-X e.V. and consortium leader of the Catena-X network explains the role of Catena-X for the automotive value chain. Oliver Ganser:"At Catena-X we share the vision of a continuous data exchange for...
Tech-StartUps meet Hildegard Müller at VDA-Mittelstandstag 2022
On the sidelines of the VDA-Mittelstandstag (SME-Day) 2022, Hildegard Mueller, President of the German Car Association (VDA e.V.) meets Tech-Startups with relevant innovations for the Transformation of Mobility. The German Car Association VDA e.V. has invited different Tech-StartUps all founded and located in Germany. Besides Brain of Materials AG (Mönchengladbach), team-members from vathos...
Brain of Materials AG at VDA-Mittelstandstag-2022
"We are looking forward to being one of the 5 startup companies that will be allowed to be guests and pitch at the VDA's Mittelstandstag on Tuesday, May 17," said the crew at Brain-of-Materials, who will be in Frankfurt on 5/17 and 5/18. Other startups besides Brain-of-Materials will be wandelbots (Dresden / Germany), Xotigo (Düsseldorf / Germany), ROBOLIVE (Erkerode / Germany) and Lake Fusion...
Brain of Materials AG on MG-zieht-an-2022 (Englisch)
"As a still young digital service company in the textile industry, we feel closely connected to Mönchengladbach and the Rhenish Revier. Although we have only been on the market for two years, it is a matter of course for us to support the location of Mönchengladbach with its excellent university!", says Managing Partner Hans-Peter Schlegelmilch. As an expanding company, Brain of Materials thus...
Brain of Materials AG on Olfasense Odour-PM-Workshop-2022
By invitation of Olfasense, HP Schlegelmilch (Chairman and CEO of Brain of Materials AG) will talk about the benefits of digital end-to-end processes in material release and Material Promotion. "We are very glad to welcome Dr. Hans Peter Schlegelmilch from Brain of Materials AG as this year’s keynote speaker. As a recognized VOC and emission testing expert, he will showcase how a digital platform...
With full speed into independence!
With full speed into independence! The time is now. The next chapter is beginning for Brain of Materials. Since December 2021, the start-up is now independent and no longer part of the imat-uve group. With Hans Peter Schlegelmilch and a strong team of material experts and developers, a new exciting period for the material platform is starting.
KRAIBURG TPE BECOMES MATERIAL PARTNER OF BRAIN OF MATERIALS
EXPANSION OF DIGITAL DEVELOPMENT PROCESSES KRAIBURG TPE becomes material partner of Brain of Materials KRAIBURG TPE, the global manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomer compounds, will in future use the wide range of possibilities offered by the digital platform Brain of Materials as a material partner. This will enable the company to make its innovative materials with all their technical data...
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Lightweight
by Envisions the material lookoutlightweight On a planet subject to gravity, the pursuit of lightweight design—for objects such as cars—plays a pivotal role in reducing emissions and lessening their environmental impact of pollution. This trend has sparked a new wave of technical materials, where the mantra 'less is more' has found its technical embodiment.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Stones & Minerals
by Envisions the material lookoutSTONES & minerals The world of materials is undergoing a TRANSFORMATIVE shift. These groundbreaking solutions are a testament to our commitment to preserving the beauty of our planet's geological wonders.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Eco Elegance
by Envisions the material lookoutECO ELEGANCE Once new technologies and techniques are introduced, a recognizable pattern of howdesigners approach their aesthetics occurs.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Hidden Materials
by Envisions the material lookouthidden materials In architecture, interior and product design, we are continuously faced with facades. Structural elements are clad with a nice-looking material to create an illusion, hide what's underneath, or visually simplify its construction.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Plant-Based
by Envisions the material lookoutPLANT-BASED Our homes are often described as an extension of ourselves. The objects, furniture pieces and materials these places are built up from, together tell the story of not only our lives, but our state of mind.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Flooring
Flooringby Envisions the material lookoutFlooring Flooring must be without a doubt the material that's most exposed to wear and touch. From interior to exterior spaces, there's little to no moment in a day in which our feet aren't touching the ground.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Digital Haptic
Digital Hapticby Envisions the material lookoutDigital Haptic In our ever-evolving digital world, screens have taken over almost every conceivable surface, resulting in a significant decrease in the tactile experiences we encounter.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Remining
Reminingby Envisions the material lookoutremining as resources continue to deplete, we must explore alternative systems of production. most materials follow a cycle of being mined, processed, used and often discarded into landfills. however, instead of viewing landfills as the end of the line, we can see them as the beginning of something new.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: New Values Of Material
New Values of Materialby Envisions the material lookoutnew values of material the accumulation of various crises is influencing our interaction with products and the materials that shape them. the climate crisis has led us to seek out more sustainable products and re-evaluate the systems they function within.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Human vs. Machine
Human vs. Machineby Envisions the material lookouthuman vs. machine In a world that's increasingly driven by artificial intelligence, the role of designer is being challenged. while the debate around ai models becomes increasingly polarised, it may just be that its future is more nuanced.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Leather Alternatives
Leather Alternativesby Envisions the material lookoutLeather alternatives The environmental impact of leather production is significant and can no longer be ignored. The tanning process, used to preserve and soften hides, involves toxic chemicals that can pollute water sources and harm local ecosystems when not handled properly.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Digital Co Creation
Digital Co-Creation by Envisions the material lookoutDigital Co-Creation Digital tools have become an essential part of the design process, allowing designers to elevate their work to new heights. The age of purely human-designed creations is behind us, as computers are no longer just a tool, but rather a driving force in shaping the final outcome of designs.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Marine Matter
Marine Matter by Envisions the material lookoutMarine Matter In recent years, dikes and built-up coastlines have created a hard order between the land and the sea. These man-made interventions have created a clear distinction between both parts and have separated what was once fluid.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Duo Colour
Duo Colour by Envisions the material lookoutDuo Colour Colours have the ability to light up a scene. What's particularly interesting about them is the way colour can affect an object, as well as others in its sphere of influence.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Material Alternatives
Material Alternatives by Envisions the material lookoutMaterial Alternatives Designers are always on the hunt for something novel and unfamiliar. In the last decades, artificial materials like plastic have met this desire, shaping new applications and aesthetics. However, this initial satisfaction has turned into despair because of the impact these materials have on our surroundings.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Ambient Illuminating
Ambient Illuminating by Envisions the material lookoutambient illuminating Translucency is both a versatile and miraculous material property. The ability to transmit and influence light creates an atmospheric dynamic between a material and its surroundings.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Finishings
Finishings by Envisions the material lookoutFinishings Finishings are the final layer added as a last step in a material's production process. Like icing on a cake, they enhance, alter, and reframe a material's qualities.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Connections
Connections in collaboration with Envisionsvisuals Envisionstext Fred Erik the material lookoutconnections Connections are the starting point of every material. On a microscopic level, they lay the foundation for amaterial's technical and aesthetic qualities. On a macroscopic level, however, they provide bonds between varying materials with often adverse properties, resulting in surprising...
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Non Woven
Non Woven in collaboration with Envisionsvisuals Envisionstext Fred Erik the material lookoutNon woven Both weaving and knitting techniques are inextricably linked to textiles in all shapes and sizes. However, there's a whole spectrum of textiles in which the fibers and yarns aren't intertwined into neat twodimensional patterns.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Digital Twinning
Digital Twinning in collaboration with Envisions art direction Envisionsvisuals Hans van Sinderendigital twins Roel Dedentext Fred Erik the material lookoutdigital twinning For ages, materials have been imitated into other forms to suit our ever-changing needs. In the sixties, for example, skeuomorphism was a well-loved design principle that introduced less labour intensive materials into our...
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: In Motion
In Motion by Envisions the material lookoutIn Motion Materials are only rarely perceived as static elements. Whether it's the material itself or the spectator that's changing position, movement is both an inherent and inseparable material quality. Changing aesthetics can make materials responsive to their environment or simply be a visual advantage. These fluid properties often go unnoticed...
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: The new raw
The New Raw in collaboration with Envisionsart direction Sanne Schuurmanvisuals Roel Dedentext Fred Erik the material lookoutThe New Raw OUR ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS OF THE IMPACT OF MATERIALS HAS MADE US RADICALLY RETHINK HOW WE DESIGN AND PRODUCE. FOSSIL FUELS HAVE BEEN BANNED FROM THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS AND MATERIAL COMPOSITIONS HAVE BEEN RETHOUGHT FROM THE GROUND UP.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Fibers
Fibers in collaboration with Envisions text Fred Erik the material lookoutFibers The textile industry is one of the most polluting ones out there. Every second, the volume of a garbage truck filled with both used and unused clothing ends up in a landfill.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Harvest
Harvest in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanphotography Sanne Kaaltext Fred Erik the material lookoutharvest The word harvest has a poetic connotation that instantly evokes associations with natural materials and the countryside. In a world dominated by man-made materials and industrial processes, its definition has been stretched into unexplored domains.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Acoustic
Acoustic in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanvisuals Robin Pleun Maastext Fred Erik the material lookoutacoustic Acoustic materials are all around us. Having played a prominent role in the trend towards open-plan offices, offering privacy and noise control in crowded spaces.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Haptic Optic
Haptic Optic in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanmaterial compositions Iwan Polphotography Sanne Kaalhand model Laurianne Da Rochatext Fred Erik the material lookouthaptic optic A material’s sensory experience is shaped by various parameters of which texture and color are most influential. But to what extent is a material’s appearance dependent on these...
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Skins
Skins in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanvisuals Iwan Pol and Roel Dedentext Fred Erik the material lookoutskins Materials are often used as aesthetic covers to enhance both the appearance and performance of buildings, interiors, and objects. They can be seen as static man-made equivalents to animal skins, which in turn are a frequently used source of inspiration in...
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Translucency
Translucency in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanvisuals Fabian Brielstext Fred Erik the material lookouttranslucency Translucency is an intriguing material quality. By filtering our perception of what’s behind, transparent materials influence how we perceive our environment by altering colours, concealing parts, reflecting light, and deforming shapes.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: New Luxury
New Luxury in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanvisuals Fred Eriktext Fred Erik the material lookoutnew luxury The concept of luxury is subject to our ever-changing zeitgeist. The stereotypical interpretation of the theme, which relies heavily on wealth and abundance, is changing along with our view on the world we live in.
THE MATERIAL LOOKOUT: Hybrids
Hybrids in collaboration with Envisions art direction Sanne Schuurmanmaterials Sanne Schuurmanphotography Ronald Smitstext Fred Erik the material lookouthybrids Our physical surroundings are increasingly melting together with the digital world. To a growing extent, materials and objects are experienced through photographic representations on digital screens.