BIOTILES

The presented project has the function of reinterpreting the soletos used in the housing construction of Guimarães, replacing the slate rock for materials of natural origin, reusable and biodegradable. The display consists of a set of individual modules, with the same geometry and different finishes, produced with cellulose and chitin – two natural biopolymers very abundant in our planet. Taking advantage of digital design and additive manufacturing techniques, a dynamic pattern was developed with different densities, providing a three-dimensional effect. Individually the modules are all distinct, when assembled they form a continuous pattern.

RESEARCH TEAM

Tatiana Campos, Paulo J. S. Cruz & Bruno Figueiredo (coordination); Tatiana Campos, João Silva, João Ribeiro (Design); João Carvalho (technical support).