Re(Generative)
This project is an exploration of material literacy, examining how materials communicate, interact, and shape identity. The investigation focuses on the potential transition from steel to cellulose, questioning how materiality can redefine structural and environmental narratives. A steel mine simulation was developed as a conceptual foundation, informing the construction of maquettes that juxtaposed steel and cellulose in varying configurations.
By engaging in a rigorous process of thinking through making, different material compositions, textures, and structural junctions were tested. This approach revealed an unexpected synergy between the two materials, both at a molecular and macro scale, suggesting a future where material interdependence fosters resilience and restoration.
The project ultimately challenges conventional perceptions of materiality, proposing a new language of material exchange—one where sustainability is not just a measure of efficiency but a dialogue between past and future material ecologies.
Examination, Material Performance, Research
Skills: Hands-on/Photography