Overview

I minored in BioDesign as a part of my Design Computing Degree, which is an interdisciplinary field where human-centered design thinking is integrated with cutting-edge life sciences. BioDesigners often create speculative biological solutions to global environmental and health issues.

My project involved creating mushroom mycelium packaging - specifically, cup trays and cup sleeves to be used in a cafe context. I spent 6 weeks growing my mycelium material using recycled coffee grounds from my local cafe. I then experimented with various moulds - handcrafted clay and 3D-printed silicone.