Christien Meindertsma invents technique for 3D printing with wool
Dutch designer Christien Meindertsma has developed a robot that can build three-dimensional volumes out of wool. More
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Loom Room shows 3D weaving is "the strongest and lightest construction"
Dutch designer Hella Jongerius has built a large loom in a university building in Eindhoven that was used to create a nine-metre-tall 3D-woven structure, celebrating the craft and creative potential of weaving machines. More
Nynke Tynagel designs "most complex 3D knit ever" for Anatomic chair
Dutch designer Nynke Tynagel has teamed up with textile brand Byborre to create a deck chair featuring an elaborate 3D-knitted tapestry of the human anatomy. More
3D textiles could "replace concrete and cement" in construction says Hella Jongerius
New three-dimensional weaving technologies could revolutionise architecture and lead to lighter, more flexible buildings according to Dutch designer Hella Jongerius. More
3D weaving can "reduce cost and improve structural integrity" in architecture
Dezeen and MINI Frontiers: RCA graduate Oluwaseyi Sosanya shows us the 3D-weaving machine he invented, which he claims could be used to create better sportswear, medical implants and even architecture. More
Oluwaseyi Sosanya invents 3D-weaving machine
Royal College of Art (RCA) graduate Oluwaseyi Sosanya has designed a loom for 3D weaving and used it to create a shoe sole, presented at the institution's annual degree show (+ movie). More