Mushrooms on the wall, a fridge to sit on, or concrete that repairs itself. Sustainable materials in the offices

Mycelium – acoustic panels made of mycelium

Mycelium, or mycocomposite, has become a popular material for the production of furniture elements – especially acoustic panels – in recent years. Its excellent insulation properties make it ideal for spaces where acoustics are important. These include offices and coworking spaces. The material is also remarkable for its appearance, as the sponges create unique patterns that can be used for design effects. Furthermore, mycelium is eco-friendly, biodegradable (i.e. its decay is caused by living organisms, mostly microorganisms) and has the potential to become a common part of modern office design.

Czech brands: Mogu is a well-known manufacturer of mycelium acoustic panels, but projects that experiment with this material are also beginning to appear in the Czech Republic, such as the Samorost project by the Samorost Mymo a Czech Savings Bank.

Chairs made from recycled fridges and freezers

The Dutch brand KOOIJ makes chairs from recycled parts of old fridges and freezers. This product, known as Chubby chairis not only environmentally friendly, but also very, very comfortable and aesthetic. It is especially suitable for office cafes, work cafes or relaxation zones. The use of recycled materials makes the chair a sustainable and innovative element for the modern office.

In Prague, you can try Chubby chair at the Green Table bistro, designed by perspektiv studio, in the Florentinum office complex.

Czech brands: in the Czech Republic, startups such as Plastic Guys or PLASTLO are focusing on the production of sustainable furniture, or furniture made from recycled materials.