Bio-based material sourcing and productization for Weiste

Omuus was contacted to source and validate into production biobased material by Finnish family company Weiste to serve their pioneering Eco Christmas Collection. Weiste history with innovation is extensive with 100 years anniversary in 2024. The challenge for the...

Circular thinking and production – Nature Squared

Elaine examining eggshell quality in the lab. “We approach circular design not only by optimising the waste material during the production phase but also by optimising the knowledge, technology and skillset.” – Elaine Yan Ling Ng  OMUUS interviewed Elaine Yan Ling...

When biology and design meet

‘Consumers would naturally build a more sustainable futurebecause they would have comfortable options available.’ OMUUS interviewed Elena Amato the founder of Ponto Biodesign “when biology and design meet”. In this article we will talk about Circular Design, why it’s...

Today’s problems – Tomorrow’s possibilities

In January and February 2019, we attended two shows in London – Surface Design and Architect@Work. What links them together is that they present future, contemporary, advanced and innovative materials for all areas of design. The strong influence of Biophilia...