HBL Analysis: Sandwiches - new material combinations

Garden Furniture by Kevin Hunt

Materials expert Chris Lefteri has turned his attention to the most innovative new composite materials in his latest report for WGSN-homebuildlife, including this living garden furniture.

Garden Furniture by Kevin Hunt

British designer Kevin Hunt developed the composite himself: an aggregate of earth that can stick to wooden furniture and then support the growth of grass. It's a striking idea, similar to ivy creepers entwining an ageing building, and ties into the prevailing enthusiasm for bringing nature into design.

WGSN-homebuildlife subscribers can also read our recent analysis of the current trend for experimental gardening by clicking here.