How can we teach material wisdom in an inspiring way?
By combining chemistry, materials science, art, and design into hands-on recipes that unleash creativity at home and in school—without harming the environment.
The book features 17 DIY projects made from natural and biodegradable materials.
The exhibition’s miniature house’s interior, decorated with egg-shell ceramics and toilet paper foam, was crafted by Aalto University Junior summer camp participants.
“The creativity and fearless experimentation of children and young people is always inspiring—we adults could learn a lot from them,” says artist and art educator Greta Isola.
Greta Isola Master of Arts, Art Educator, Bioinnovation Center
Susanna Ahola Doctor of Science (tech.), Academic Coordinator, Bioinnovation Center
Pirjo Kääriäinen Professor of Design and Materialities, Aalto University School of Art, Design and Architecture
Tapani Vuorinen Professor of Wood Chemistry, Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering
Heidi Simppala Coordinator of Arts and Design, Aalto University Junior
Cyrienne Buffet Interior Architecture Student, Spatial and Industrial designer, the school of Arts, Design and Architecture
Jack Kirk Interior Architecture Student, Spatial and Industrial designer, the school of Arts, Design and Architecture
Aalto University Junior
What happens when scientific expertise meets creative hands-on design in materials research? In what ways can these different approaches inform each other? Why is collaboration, in all its various forms, so meaningful? The seminar is organized by the Aalto University Bioinnovation Center to celebrate the long career of Aalto Distinguished Professor Tapani Vuorinen as a researcher, educator, and industry partner.
Aalto University’s biggest annual exhibition presents visionary cross-disciplinary work. Come explore prototypes, experiments and solutions.
