De Hoorneboeg in Hilversum is a silence area and rural estate, situated in a forest. This broad-leaved forest is in turn encapsulated by a nature reserve with heather land. I was invited during the flowering season of the heather to research the possibilities of making paper from the local plants. During the 4 days I…
In the Netherlands there is a need for recovery of native plants. This is important for the survival of flora and fauna. An example is the existence of (wild) bees that take care of pollination of plants and our food. “Forgotten seeds” demands attention for these original plants. It is important to know our original…
After a long research, Studio Nienke Hoogvliet discovered that herbs used as textile dye can have a positive effect on our health. But the dyeing process produces waste – the residue of the herbs. To make the entire process circular, a collaboration was formed between the concept brand FANT, artist Loes Schepens and designer Nienke…
Flax is a crop which is traditionally grown in the Netherlands. The linen of the Low Lands was very desired, because it was part of the best quality in the world. For a long time, having a well filled linen closet meant having a big fortune. With The Linen Project, we aim to develop new…
See how this project evolves!
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Matthew Shlian works within the increasingly nebulous space between art and engineering.