Mycelial Living Building Materials by Repurposing Mineral-Based Construction and Demolition Waste
This project investigates the transformation of mineral-based construction and demolition waste into structural living building materials (LBMs) through the integration of fungal mycelium and robotic additive manufacturing. By combining mycelial growth with inorganic waste matrices, the research aims to develop structurally viable, environmentally regenerative composites. It addresses the limitations of current mycelium-based materials by enhancing their mechanical properties for architectural applications. Core activities include waste selection, mycelium strain optimization, mechanical testing, and 3D printing. The project advances sustainable construction by repurposing waste, reducing landfill burden, and enabling adaptable, carbon-sequestering materials through biofabrication.
