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MATERIALS
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PROTOTYPING























(PROTOTYPING)

   Prototyping as an essential part of our design process, using it to test ideas, explore material potential, and refine concepts in a hands-on way. By creating physical and digital prototypes, we evaluate the functionality, aesthetics, and durability of our designs in real-world conditions. Through iteration, we adjust and improve, honing the design to achieve the perfect balance between form and function. 




(PROXIMITY)

   Each project is an opportunity to learn of the local area and it’s industries. especially in cities – the rate of development and demolition is an opportunity for recirculating materials. As is the rate of coffee consumption and utilising the spent grounds or cups. considering what happens around us on a daily basis provides the initial ground work for research and exploration.





(RETROFIT)

   Many advances in technologies came from times of adversity. previously this has been deemed to be human adversity, now it’s safe to say it’s largely environmental adversity. this means to empathise with global and regional level of shrinking biodiversity and unstable ecosystems in order to have a similar increase in technological advancement. instead of making human lives more efficient, the advances will look to make human lives less destructive. this thought process is woven throughout our research.





(RETROFIT)

   When retrofitting, we looked to maintain and empower the breathability of the building by utilising natural materials including clay plaster and clay paint along the external wall. In using robust details at all junctions, as well as including vacuum double glazed sash and case windows, we have been able to improve the liveability and increase the thermal and acoustic performance of the home.











(FABRICATION)

   We created fitted and freestanding furniture off-site in a workshop and assembled on site. This included the kitchen and bathroom basin, both of which were finished using tadelakt, a moroccan lime-based plaster, polished to become waterproof.











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    Working with reclaimed and re-purposed materials is inherently exploratory, requiring a thoughtful and adaptive approach to design. Each material presents its own set of challenges and possibilities, from understanding its structural integrity to uncovering its aesthetic potential. The unpredictability of these materials invites creativity, pushing us to think beyond conventional solutions and embrace fresh perspectives.
   Incorporating reclaimed materials allows us to reconsider traditional design processes and move past the limitations of single-use approaches.
   Historic materials offer us a deep understanding of their provenance, legacy, and the nuances they bring to each project. Timber salvaged from deconstructed buildings can be transformed into bespoke furniture, while stone, plaster and brick can be repurposed as new structural or decorative pieces. Metals, glass and even old fixtures are reimagined and seamlessly integrated into contemporary designs, harmonising the past with the present.















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EACH PROJECT IS A DIALOGUE

A NARRATIVE WHERE REGENERATION AND CREATIVITY ARE INTICATELY WOVEN, CREATING SPACES AND OBJECTS THAT ARE AS MEANINGFUL AS THEY ARE FUNCTIONAL, PRESERVING THE MATERIALS AND THE STORIES THEY CARRY.












    The rich history embedded in these materials adds authenticity and integrity to our work, ensuring that their original character is preserved while offering them new purpose. This thoughtful dialogue between the past and present transforms the limitations of each material into opportunities for unique, unexpected design expressions that enhance the richness of the final space.

    By embracing these practices, we not only reduce our projects' environmental impact but also enrich the design process, promoting innovation and fostering a circular economy. Each project, whether it’s a chair, a sidetable, an art piece or an item of clothing becomes a narrative where sustainability and creativity are intricately woven, creating spaces and objects that are as meaningful as they are functional, preserving both the material and the stories they carry. 

   It’s a dialogue between the past and present, where the limitations of the material become opportunities for unique, unexpected design expressions that enhance the richness of the final space.

   This approach is integral to our practice as it reflects our commitment to REGENERATIVE THINKING, INNOVATION, and preserving material heritage. By working with reclaimed resources, we not only minimize environmental impact but also craft designs with a richer narrative, connecting our clients to the legacy of the past while envisioning spaces for generations to come. 









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