DDW 2024: Material Mastery Talk | Desert Board
Ended - Saturday 9 November 2024
Presenter: Bulent Guler | General Manager of Desert Board
Schedule:
Date: 9 November 2024
Time: 5 - 6 pm
Location:
Building 5 at Dubai Design District (D3)
Open to the public
Registration Deadline:
9 November 2024
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Join us for an engaging session hosted by Make Works UAE, featuring Desert Board, a pioneer in sustainable materials. Discover how they repurpose palm waste into eco-friendly Palm Strand Boards (PSB), significantly reducing CO2 emissions while promoting a circular economy. This talk will focus on the versatile applications of these sustainable wood materials in furniture design, interior decor, and art installations. We’ll explore the creative uses of wood and discuss critical factors to consider when selecting wood for various design applications, including aesthetics, durability, and sustainability.
Key topics covered in the talk:
1.Sustainable Material Innovation
2. Versatile Applications of PSB
3.Health & Environmental considerations
4. Case Studies of PSB Usage.
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The talk will be preceded with introductory talk about Make Works UAE and how it can help you access the information to find the right production partner for you.
Make Works UAE is a Tashkeel initiative supported by Dubai Culture.
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