Rigidity is one of the qualities of wood that makes it so useful; however, it can be appreciated for other practical and beautiful aspects still, should it take a different form. Wooden Mesh is a new composite material that was developed by Diego Vencato with Albeflex's Alberto Martinuzzo. It was made by cutting up timber panels into small polygonal tiles and arranging them in geoform patterns.
All sorts of wooden sheets can be manipulated this way and fastened to a "flexible support," also known as fabric. Even with the separate pieces positioned nice and close together, their parametric cut lines make the Wooden Mesh foldable and furlable so that the product could be used for blankets, curtains and other diverse purposes.
What's Driving This Trend
- Sustainable Materials
- The development of Wooden Mesh showcases the potential for using timber as a sustainable alternative to traditional textiles.
- Geometric Design
- The use of parametric cut lines in Wooden Mesh opens up opportunities for innovative geometric designs in various industries.
- Versatile Applications
- The flexibility and foldability of Wooden Mesh enables its use in a wide range of products, such as blankets and curtains.
Who This Affects Most
- Textile Manufacturing
- The timber textile trend presents an opportunity for textile manufacturers to explore new sustainable material options.
- Interior Design
- The use of Wooden Mesh as a fabric-like material offers interior designers the chance to incorporate unique geometric patterns into their projects.
- Home Furnishings
- The versatility of Wooden Mesh makes it a disruptive innovation in the home furnishings industry, allowing for the creation of foldable and customizable products.
