This eco-friendly acoustic panel material is developed with reference to biomimicry — a lucrative field that seems to produce a great deal of sustainability-focused solutions. The biodegradable product is the result of a collaboration between Baux, industrial design studio Form Us With Love and scientists from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden.
The acoustic panel material is chemical-free and is "formed of organically modified cellulosic fibers from sustainably harvested Swedish pine and fir trees." As a result, the textured feel of the Baux Acoustic Pulp is paper-like. The company releases three types of acoustic panels — 'Sense,' 'Pulse,' and 'Energy,' each of which sports a different laser-cut pattern that allows for the panels to connect via "honeycomb chambers on the back."
Biodegradable Acoustic Panel Materials
Baux Acoustic Pulp is the Product of 25 Years of Research
Trend Themes
1. Biomimicry-based Sustainable Products - The success of Baux Acoustic Pulp presents an opportunity for companies to develop more eco-friendly products through biomimicry.
2. Chemical-free Materials - The use of organic and chemical-free materials in the manufacturing of acoustic panels indicates a growing trend towards more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives in the building and construction industry.
3. Laser-cut Honeycomb Patterns - The innovative laser-cut honeycomb patterns on the Baux Acoustic Pulp panels demonstrate the potential for disruptive innovation in the design and manufacturing of acoustic materials.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - The use of Baux Acoustic Pulp and similar eco-friendly materials presents an opportunity for the construction industry to adopt more sustainable practices, while remaining cost-effective.
2. Design - Designers can leverage biomimicry principles and laser-cutting technology to create new and innovative products that are sustainable and aesthetically pleasing.
3. Acoustics - The development of chemical-free, biodegradable materials with unique laser-cut patterns suggests a potential for disruptive innovation in the field of acoustic materials for soundproofing and noise reduction applications.