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Material Stories supports individuals and companies with the following services:
| 1. Materials Research
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2. Materials Design
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3. Materials Strategy
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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
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Please write or call to see how these materials services can power your project.
