Materials With Regrowable Resources : an Analysis of Innovative Materials Derived from Biological Organisms as an Alternative; the Perspective of Interior Architecture
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2023
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AUTHOR-SUPPLIED ABSTRACT: Abstract This thesis consists of four chapters. The first chapter is dedicated to the topicality of the subject, explains the area covered and leads to the content of the following work. The second chapter deals with the core of the thesis. First, an overview of materials from biological organisms is given. Then it is explained that from the entire spectrum of biological materials, this thesis focuses on materials and products based on algae and mycelium. These materials and products from algae and mycelium are then presented in subchapters and examined for their usability at the current state of knowledge using a catalogue of criteria. The result of the tables shows that there are sufficient alternatives on the market. The third chapter points to a new era of design and reflects critically on the results discussed. The last chapter deals with the implementation of the theoretical part into the design project. This project should show to what extent the materials and products were included in the design process up to the implementation and influenced the design. Another table gives an overview of the available product range. The examination of the materials mentioned here has shown that they are an interesting alternative to conventional products, especially from the point of view of sustainability. Further research in this area will certainly follow and expand the range of applications. It would be desirable to deal with these materials and use them in the future as Interior architects. The biggest problem is the knowledge gap among those who have influence on the choice of materials. This is mainly due to the lack of published, easily accessible information. Keywords: thesis, biological materials, algae, mycelium, sustainability, design project, interior architects, knowledge gap, usability, product range