We+ Discover Microalge pigments as an enduring shade supply
Tokyo -based design studio We+ presents so colourful, a materials-Targeted analysis mission that’s investigating the colour potential Microalge throughout Milano 2025 design week. Whereas microalgea have been extensively studied for his or her functions in meals and biofuels, their chromatic traits stay below -explorated. This mission proposes a design -oriented method for the understanding and use of microalge -derived pigments as a sturdy shade supply.
Microalge are microorganisms current in varied environments, from water and rocky surfaces to roads and inside areas. After showing about 2.7 billion years in the past, they’re important for the ecological historical past of the Earth, particularly for his or her position in oxygen manufacturing and biodiversity growth. Modern analysis highlights their potential in areas comparable to CO2 absorption, pharmaceutical growth, various power sources and purposeful meals.
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Design functions SO-Coloured for Bio-based colours
Facilities so colourful on the vary of pure shades discovered in several species of microalge. Whereas often related to inexperienced, microalge may produce purple, yellow and blue pigments, relying on their environmental species and situations. These colours are derived with out synthetic components and are distinguished by their depth and variability.
In collaboration with Algal Bio Co., Ltd., We+ Design studio has developed a brand new materials by mixing microalges powder with naturally derived resins. This composite is used to fabricate quite a lot of objects, demonstrating how bio pigments might be built-in into bodily design functions. The mission contributes to wider discussions about renewable supplies and non-synthetic shade techniques within the apply of latest design. SO-Coloured is a collaborative growth mission by us+ and Algal Bio Co., Ltd.Utilizing algae powder developed by bio algal as a key coloring materials.
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