Each year, The Material Way is pleased to present an exhibition showcasing works developed by their students from the Local Bio-based Materials program. Blurring the boundaries between art, design, and craft, the exhibition places materials firmly at the center of the creative process.

The exhibited works draw from a wide range of sources and materials — from natural fibers and soil to food waste — creating a compelling diversity of stories throughout the space. Each piece results from in-depth exploration by the program’s artists and designers. Some adopt a hands-on, technical approach to working with bio-based matter, while others focus on storytelling, questioning the cultural and contextual roles these materials play in different parts of the world.

During London Design Week, The Material Way presented an exhibition showcasing works developed by this year’s students from the Local Bio-based Materials program. Blurring the boundaries between art, design, and craft, the exhibition placed materials firmly at the center of the creative process. The 2026 event was part of the Material Matters hub, set within one of the city’s most iconic modernist buildings — Space House. Images: Philip Vile.

During 3daysofdesign 2024, The Material Way unveiled bio-based objects & materials crafted by students exploring the intersections of research, ceramics, art, and design. Hosted amidst the green oasis of øens have in the refshaleøen district, this exhibition presented an experimental approach to design, pushing the boundaries of traditional exhibition concepts. Images Davy-Denke Rytter and Denke.