Regenerative Design for Local Material Ecosystems

This project proposes the development of bioregions as strategic frameworks to build locally grounded material resources and circular value chains, led by design-driven material research. By leveraging the specific ecological, cultural, and economic assets of each territory, the initiative aims to support sustainable innovation and regional resilience across Europe.

Structured in a series of collaborative phases—including resource and actor mapping, prototyping, iterative testing, and the development of replicable business cases—the project seeks to foster synergies between design, science, industry, and local communities.

We are actively seeking partners across disciplines and sectors to join this consortium. Together, we aim to build a robust, multidisciplinary network capable of piloting and scaling region-specific material solutions. Cross-sectoral collaboration, system thinking, and a shared commitment to regenerative practices will be the foundation of our approach.