Why design with a toxic invasive species? Invasive alien species are one of the leading causes of global biodiversity loss and they are a critical ecological challenge. This work responds by connecting design with environmental protection, turning the notorious giant hogweed into a resource with ecological and economic value.<\/p>\n
Giant hogweed is a toxic plant and one of the most aggressive \u2018invasive alien species of Union concern\u2019, threatening ecosystems and human health. Every year, large amounts of the fast-growing plant are cut down and discarded with its cellulose\u2011rich stems treated as waste. Yet giant hogweed remains resilient. How might we change the narrative of this alien species?<\/p>\n
\u201cPretty Toxic\u201d transforms hogweed stems from waste into contemporary tiling. It introduces a collection of geometric modules made from moulded pulp and wool that naturally absorb sound, moisture and air pollutants. Arranged together, the tiles form monohedral patterns that increase their spatial impact and mimic the plant\u2019s spreading nature.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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