Material IQ Episode 000: “The world needs that from us”

Material IQ Podcast

This episode talks about the role of sustainable materials for high-demand, high-traffic areas like airports, lounges, and retail areas with designer Jordana Dall’Igna. Every episode of the Material IQ podcast explores in detail the materiality of the built environment: innovation, inspiration, and case studies from leading architects, designers, suppliers, and manufacturers with an emphasis on … Read more

What is wood made of anyway? And why is it so good for building stuff?

A half circle of cut wood

Cell structures for plants and wood Inside wood’s cell walls and tree growth rings If you imagine a cross-section of a tree like the cross-section of the Earth, there are several different layers. You’re probably familiar with growth rings as they indicate the age of a tree. Growth rings also indicate how much a tree … Read more

BDNY 2025

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Happening 9-10 November, 2025 at the Javits Center in New York City.