Mycelium packaging

In the context of the ongoing transition from a linear to a circular economy, ecologically friendly renewable solutions are put in place. Filamentous fungi can be grown on various organic feedstocks and functionalized into a range of diverse material types which are biobased and thus more sustainable in terms of their production, use and recycling. Pure mycelium materials, consisting only of mycelial biomass, can adopt versatile properties and appear promising as a substitute for current…

A sustainable building material made from agricultural byproducts and mushroom mycelium has been nominated for the Design Museum's Design of the Year 2015.

Our Mushroom® Packaging is fully biodegradable in around 45 days. It can be added to food waste, broken down and dispersed in the garden, even mixed with seeds to grow wild flowers. When kept in dry conditions, it has a shelf life of 30 years.

Mycelium excites as a sustainable and innovative packaging material. Learn more here about its benefits and properties.

Cool new launches in sustainable fashion lately… 1. @sojo.uk’s #PledgeToRepair (go sign it!) 2. @monceyewear’s new mycelium packaging that composts in 45 days 3. @hellomag’s new Planet Positive platform 4. @brightonfashioncollective is here 💁‍♀️ 5. @thematerialist.co new London showroom with over 5,000 samples of premium deadstock fabric 6. @sustainablefashionweek_uk launches #MendItMay - go follow them to get involved! Had to do a round-up with so many launches coming across my desk in…

We recently spotted Amen, a sustainable luxury candle brand, who are using mycelium to create beautiful, sculptural packaging. Created in collaboration with biotechnology start-up Grown, they use mycelium (the vegetative part of a fungus which acts like a living glue) and agricultural waste to create a product that is both biodegradable and produced with a negative CO2 footprint. #studioluxmore #amen #grown #biotech #candles #luxury #packaging #mycelium #mushroom #sustainablepackaging

Photo about Vegan leather wallet made from mushroom mycelium and vegan bio leather samples top view, eco friendly concept. Image of innovative, moss, biodegradable - 216634487

recycled paper in the perfect shade of green coupled with a mycelium insert / I will forever love our safety razor packaging / img : [at]sbmfl on insta

Leading the way in what could be a trend towards more eco-friendly packaging, Ikea has recently announced their intention to transition from polystyrene to an organic, mushroom-based packaging for its flat-pack furniture. This proposed mushroom packages is made from mycelium, or rather mushroom roots. Already known for its use as a biobased building material, mycelium […]

Mylo™ (@mylo_unleather) by Bolt Threads is an innovative, eco-friendly leather alternative made from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Unlike traditional animal leather, Mylo is crafted through a rapid growth process that involves feeding the mycelium with sawdust and other organic materials. Within days, the mycelium grows into a thick, leather-like material that can be processed and dyed for use in fashion and accessories. Mylo is fully biodegradable, significantly reduces wate...

philadelphia museum of art rebrand – pentagram’s paula scher has designed a bold new identity that puts Art front and center.

About Mirror Water is a skincare and lifestyle brand that focuses on self-reflection as a way to transform self-care. By creating an online community, they hope to transform individuals’ well-being and outlook by creating sustainable products made from raw ingredients. Mirror Water had a request to create an eco-friendly box for their products. Solution At…

Mogu Acoustic Panels are made of mycelium and upcycled textile residues. They are designed to maximize the acoustic comfort in noisy spaces such as restaurants, offices and retails with high reverberation time.

Design: George BosnasProject Type: ConceptLocation: Thessaloniki, GreecePackaging Contents: EggsPackaging Substrate / Materials: Paper pulp and legume seedsPrinting Process: Digital printingRecycling is a form of waste management that involves converting waste and other used materials into reusable products. But is it worth it? Recycling is a multi-step process, involving transportation, sorting, processing, and making materials into…

The Mushi Bag mushroom kit allows oyster mushrooms to be grown indoors right on the kitchen bench! A simplistic design approach was used for the labels so the focus will shift to the product itself, the mushrooms, when they grow out. Both the bag and labe...

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the detrimental effects of packaging waste on our environment, companies are seeking innovative solutions to address this pressing issue One such company, Ikea, has recently decided to introduce a revolutionary packaging alternative that has the potential to reshape many industries. By harnessing the power of mycelium fungi, this eco-friendly packaging material is not only biodegradable but also sustainable. This groundbreaking initiative has…

Mushroom Packaging by Ecovative is a mycelium based packaging alternative to polystyrene and plastics. Economical, compostable and effective.

Teaming up with researcher Ninela Ivanova, British designer Sebastian Cox’s “Mycelium + Timber” examines the viability of mycelium as a potential material in commercial furniture design. Designed in part by nature, each lamp is unique, has its own aesthetic, and is beautiful in its imperfections. VIEW MORE NOW!