STRUCTURAL CELLULOSE

In architecture, there is an urgent need for research and the implementation of sustainable materials. While wood is often considered a solution, only about 50% of lumber is directly usable after sawing, with further losses during subsequent processing. The remaining material can, however, be processed into cellulose fibers, which bind CO₂ and enable the fabrication of building materials with complex geometries and specific properties through additive manufacturing, thereby promoting more sustainable use of wood.

Structural Cellulose employs a bio-composite based on cellulose fibers, applied through a robotic spraying process. Cellulose, a natural polymer derived from plants, is fully biodegradable and compostable. It decomposes naturally without leaving harmful residues and is recyclable, reducing the demand for virgin resources.
The robotic fabrication process enables differentiated material deposition according to specific design parameters, leading to reductions in both volume and mass.
During this term, we will investigate Structural Cellulose and its application in a series of digital prototypes.