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Publication
10.01.2011
A (Pre)Cautionary Tale About Buildings and Food
Robin Guenther, Peter Syrett
What do building materials and food have in common? Over the last century, food has transformed from something that is grown and harvested into something that is manufactured to last longer, look better, and allow for consistent production on a massive scale—a global, industrial food system. Building materials share this evolutionary trend.
In an article for Interiors & Sources Robin Guenther and Peter Syrett examine the composition and implications our global materials economy and challenge us to reevaluate our materials choices on the scale of the local and sustainable food revolution.
To read the full article, including the 12 Material Rules, click here.
