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BURDEN
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Embodied carbon, toxicity, energy waste. The heavy cost of building as we do now.

  • Gravel Pit
    Gravel Pit

    Loose mineral aggregate; visually bland, structurally essential.

     Gravel Pit ~0.01 0.3-0.8 Demolition Debris Residual foundation of generic construction, invisible footprint of extraction. •Alternative: Crushed recycled concrete. Keeps performance effect, but reuses waste. reuse yellow
  • Demolished Bricks
    Demolished Bricks

    Crushed masonry from demolition, tactile rubble with embodied history.

     Demolished Bricks ~0.25 2.0-4.0 Demolition Debris Aestheticization of waste; memory of previous structures. •Alternative: Recycled Aggregate (from Concrete and Brick), a sustainable option for fill and non-structural uses. reuse, downcycle yellow
  • Acrylic Paint
    Acrylic Paint

    Water-borne acrylic wall paint with petrochemical binder system, emitting VOCs

     Acrylic Paint 3.0-5.0 90-120 Finish Clean finish masking petrochemical dependence, lifecycle burdens. •Alternative: Clay paint/Lime wash. Eco-friendly, reduce toxins, lower carbon emissions. recycle red
  • Aluminium Composite
    Aluminium Composite
    Aluminium-polymer composite panel; lightweight façade cladding application.
     Aluminium Composite  ~10.5 ~200 Cladding Low-mass façade, high separation burdens at end-of-life. •Alternative: Timber cladding or Fibre cement board. Renewable, low-carbon, biodegradable. reuse, recycle, downcycle red
  • PU Spray Foam
    PU Spray Foam

    Sprayed polyurethane foam; expands in place and insulates with chemical footprint.

     PU Spray Foam 2.5-4.5 140-160 Insulation Speed-first insulation, trading convenience for chemical baggage. •Alternative: Mycelium-based insulation or Wood fiber batt. Natural, renewable, and carbon-neutral. red
  • Fiberglass Insulation
    Fiberglass Insulation

    Synthetic fiber insulation, irritating and non-biodegradable.

     Fiberglass Insulation 1.2-1.6 15-25 Insulation Engineered comfort, fire-safe, with debated health tradeoffs. •Alternative: Sheep wool insulation or Hemp batt. Biodegradable, from natural fibers, lower environmental impact. reuse, recycle, downcycle yellow
  • EPS/XPS

    Foamed polystyrene boards; closed-cell thermal insulation, lightweight.

     EPS/XPS 2.5-4.0 80-100 Insulation Lightness masking upstream fossil burdens & end-of-life issues. •Alternative: Wood fiber board or cellulose insulation. Bio-based, recyclable, compostable. reuse, recycle, downcycle red
  • PVC Pipe
    PVC Pipe

    Rigid uPVC pipe extrusion; durable, smooth internal flow.

     PVC Pipe 2.0-2.5 ~80 Plumbing Convenience & longevity weighed against chlorine chemistry concerns. •Alternative: Recycled HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) piping or Bamboo composite piping. reuse, recycle, downcycle red
  • Sand Pile
    Sand Pile

    Construction sand stockpile; sieved, washed, ready for mixing.

     Sand Pile 0.001-0.01 0.1-0.3 Loose Fill Common resource facing scarcity & ecological disruption. •Alternative: Crushed glass aggregate or Expanded clay balls. Recycled with lower extraction impact. reuse yellow
  • Glossy Vinyl
    Vinyl flooring (PVC)

    Synthetic PVC flooring with plasticizers; glossy or matte surface with VOC emissions.

     Vinyl flooring (PVC) 2.5-4.0 80-100 Synthetic Surface Shiny convenience masking chemical & waste burdens. •Alternative: Linoleum or Recycled rubber flooring. Linoleum is bio-based (linseed, cork), fully biodegradable. reuse, recycle, downcycle red
  • Bitumen Membrane
    Bitumen Membrane
    Sticky, petroleum-based waterproofing surface for flat and low-slope roofs.
     Bitumen Membrane 0.5-0.8 30-50 Waterproofing Legacy of fossil fuels embedded in the building envelope. Alternative: EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) Rubber Roofing/TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin). recycle, downcycle red
  • Concrete (CEM I)

    Portland cement concrete: dense, structural, carbon intensive material.

     Concrete (CEM I) 0.12-0.14 1.5-2.5 Structural Embodied weight & permanence of conventional construction. •Alternative: Geopolymer Concrete/Recycled Concrete Aggregate/Bamboo-reinforced Concrete. downcycle red

REFLECTION
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A pause, A space of stillness, earth tones, and ancient wisdom.

  • Straw-Clay
    Straw-Clay

    Chopped straw mixed with clay forms light, breathable infill walls.

     Straw-Clay 0.02-0.05 0.5-0.8 Bio-Wall Element Agricultural byproducts become shelter, combining warmth, breathability, and memory qualities. reuse, downcycle green
  • Timber Offcut
    Timber Offcut

    Reclaimed timber offcuts used as modular elements and claddings creatively.

     Timber Offcut 0.08-0.12 2.2-3.0 Wood Element Waste recast as resource, storing carbon and extending wood lifecycles. reuse, recycle, downcycle green
  • Handwoven Linen
    Handwoven Linen

    Handwoven flax linen offers breathable, biodegradable, strong natural textile options.

     Handwoven Linen 0.03-0.05 1.5-3.0 Textile Ancestral plant fibers expressing agrarian cycles within contemporary interiors sensibilities. reuse, recycle, downcycle green
  • Clay Tile
    Clay Tile

    Fired clay tiles provide durable, tactile flooring with longevity benefits.

     Clay Tile 0.15-0.2 4.5-5.5 Flooring Earth transformed by fire into resilient, enduring architectural surfaces materials. reuse, downcycle yellow
  • Lime Paint
    Lime Paint

    Breathable mineral limewash creates alkaline, mold-resistant interior wall surfaces durable.

     Lime Paint 0.01-0.02 0.2-0.4 Finish Historic mineral chemistry supporting healthy walls and vapor-open construction practices. downcycle yellow
  • Moss Panel
    Moss Panel

    Preserved moss panels provide static greenery and humidity buffering indoors.

     Moss Panel 0.02-0.05 1.5-2.0 Finish Nature aesthetically staged, growth paused chemically for maintenance-free interiors installations. downcycle yellow
  • Acoustic Felt
    Acoustic Felt

    Felt acoustic panels from natural wool or recycled plastic fibers.

     Acoustic Felt 0.03-0.05 2.5-3.5 Acoustic Quiet surfaces improving acoustics while reflecting material sourcing choices tradeoffs. reuse, recycle, downcycle yellow
  • Reed Panel
    Reed Panel

    Reed mats on studs; carrier for clay/lime plaster finishes.

     Reed Panel 0.02-0.04 0.8-1.5 Partition / Panel Seasonal growth turned into lasting, repairable walls/surfaces. reuse, downcycle green
  • Hay Surface
    Hay Surface

    Pressed hay sheets in bio-resin decorative panels.

     Hay Surface 0.01-0.03 1.5-2.0 Natural Finish Cultivated landscapes curated into tactile interiors. reuse, downcycle yellow
  • Rammed Earth
    Rammed Earth

    Compacted local subsoil walls; massive, breathable, low energy.

     Rammed Earth 0.03-0.05 0.8-1.2 Wall Element Ground shaped into structure, minimal transformation and strong presence aesthetics. reuse, downcycle yellow
  • Cork Panel
    Cork Panel

    Expanded cork boards from bark; acoustic and thermal.

     Cork Panel 0.02-0.05 1.2-1.7 Acoustic Panel Responsibly managed forests storing carbon within panels. reuse, recycle, downcycle green
  • Clay Plaster

    Clay, sand, fibers; hygroscopic, breathable wall finish.

     Clay Plaster 0.02-0.05 0.3-0.7 Wall Finish Earth brought inside: soothing texture, breathable comfort. reuse, downcycle yellow

REGENERATE
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A pause, A space of stillness, earth tones, and ancient wisdom.

  • Bamboo Board
    Bamboo Board

    Pressed bamboo boards offer strong, stable, rapidly renewable material options.

     Bamboo Board 0.05-0.08 2.5-3.5 Engineered Wood Fast-growing grasses becoming precise, durable architectural components. reuse, recycle, downcycle green
  • Recycled Cellulose Insulation
    Recyl. Cellulose Insulation

    Blown-in cellulose from recycled paper provides effective thermal insulation systems.

     Recycled Cellulose Insulation 0.12-0.18 4.0-5.0 Insulation Paper waste insulating buildings, embodying accessible circular economy in practice. reuse, recycle, downcycle green
  • Sun Clay Paint
    Sun Clay Paint

    Clay-based paint with mineral pigments; breathable, low-emission interior finish system.

     Sun Clay Paint 0.01-0.02 0.2-0.4 Finish Local soils coloring walls, supporting vapor-open, healthy interiors and environments. downcycle yellow
  • Recycled Acrylic
    Recycled Acrylic

    Recycled PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) sheets repurposed for panels, displays, and signage applications.

     Recycled Acrylic 3.0-3.5 45-55 Recycled Plastic Petrochemical waste reframed as utility; underlying impacts remain and persist. reuse, recycle, downcycle red
  • Regenerative Forestry Wood Acoustic Insulation
    ReWood Acoustic Insulation

    Certified wood-fiber acoustic batts from responsibly managed forest resources supplies.

     Regenerative Forestry Wood Acoustic Insulation 0.07-0.10 1.8-2.3 Acoustic Forests managed for habitat, fiber, storage, and acoustic comfort delivery. reuse, recycle, downcycle green
  • Seaweed Insulation
    Seaweed Insulation

    Marine biomass protecting interiors while referencing coastal ecological cycles systems.

     Seaweed Insulation 0.01-0.03 1.0-1.5 Insulation Dried seaweed batts deliver breathable, salt-rich natural thermal insulation materials. reuse, downcycle green
  • Recycled PET Felt
    Recycled PET Felt

    Acoustic panels manufactured from recycled PET bottle fibers for spaces.

     0.40-0.50 18-22 Acoustic Post-consumer plastics returned as quiet, functional interior surfaces with tradeoffs. reuse, recycle, downcycle red
  • Edible Herb Mat
    Edible Herb Mat

    Living herb mats provide edible interior layers with seasonal aromas.

     Edible Herb Mat 0.01-0.02 1.0-1.5 Living Plant Foodscapes integrated into space, encouraging daily ecological engagement and awareness. recycle green
  • Hempcrete Block
    Hempcrete Block

    Hemp shiv with lime binder forms insulating, vapor-open wall blocks.

     Hempcrete Block -0.1 to -0.05 0.9-1.2 Wall Block Walls storing carbon while buffering humidity and improving comfort indoors. reuse, downcycle green
  • Mycelium
    Mycelium

    Mycelium-grown biocomposites create lightweight, compostable panels and blocks for interiors.

     Mycelium  0.01-0.03 0.5-0.7 Biopanel Cultivated organisms replace foams, suggesting regenerative material futures and systems. reuse, recycle, downcycle green

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