Materiom is an interesting database project for biomaterials. It includes an LLM chatbot to help source research into bio-based materials. We will need more of this kind of information access if we are to transition to a zero carbon circular economy . commons.materiom.org/materiom-ai

Is the wagon wheel supposed to signify a train?!?!...."World's first" 3D-printed railway station built in Japan in six hours buff.ly/9yiGHYq

Day 1 of CAADRIA 2025 Tokyo done! It was great to catch up with people, make some new contacts, and see the beautiful Tokyo University. The paper presentations and key notes from Tomohiro Tachi and Behnaz Farahi were inspiring! Looking forward to day 2.

How does data shape the way architects design and build? In my latest Substack post, I unpack the hidden influence of data on architectural practice—from its historical origins and cultural biases to its role in forecasting future realities.

The latest stage in exploring connection details through robotic 3d printing Gcode toolpath control. The piece shown will eventually be a table, with a central element holding four identical parts as legs and table top. A big thank you to Louis Sabri and Max Melamed for digital fabrication support.

The recently finished iteration of the Arch_Manu Bioshelter for Sydney Harbour is part of a broader effort to provide artificial habitats. In the US, DARPA plans to create artificial reefs using coral to create hurricane defences. https://buff.ly/3BNNsaA