Services

For Materials Only

Material Stories supports individuals and companies with the following services:

1. Materials Research

(e.g. reference cards)

2. Materials Design

(e.g. look & feel collages)

3. Materials Strategy

(e.g. product positioning)

1. Materials Research

Materials Research supports design projects with quick answers and useful references, or provides new solutions through new or unconsidered materials.

Typical requests:

  • “Which materials suppliers can realize this kind of plastic?”
  • “Where do I find (local) manufacturers for these parts?”
  • “Can you give me three materials solutions for this issue?”

Keywords: suppliers; manufacturers; experts; materialselection; sustainability

2. Materials Design

Materials Design is not only about what a material “is” but more about what it “does”. In other words, this is where raw materials are turned into inspiration to reveal new application ideas.

Typical requests:

  • “How can we innovate packaging design with new materials?”
  • “Which sustainable materials can lower our production costs?”
  • “How do we find new design applications for our materials?”

Keywords: design; trends; brainstorming; workshops; ideas; innovation

3. Materials Strategy

Materials are more than “stuff products are made of” – materials contribute to a distinctive product experience and even support brand recognition. Strategic thinking is all about turning materials selection into a powerful tool for competitive design and branding.

Typical requests:

  • “How can materials support consistent product language?”
  • “Which materials contribute to becoming a greener brand?”
  • “How can materials realize a recognizable brand identity?”

Keywords: branding; identity; product language; benchmarks; future

More information

Please write or call to see how these materials services can power your project.