Biomaterials Mini-Workshops

IED SP | Graziela Nivoloni. Alexandre Chien, Enzo Pretti, Gabriel Sotrati, Sayuri Matsumoto

Biomaterials Mini-Workshops
Designed as spaces for reflection and experimentation, the biomaterials workshops introduce the concepts of circularity and regeneration through collective practices that transform everyday organic waste into new materials. More than just exploring technical and tangible aspects, the proposal highlights that the field of biomaterials demands political positioning and socio-environmental responsibility toward territories and biomes, while also valuing the confluences between human and more-than-human lives.

Biodesign Laboratory | Circularity and Biomaterials I IED São Paulo
It's a space for fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation, connecting teaching, research, and outreach with national and international recognition. More than just developing materials, the Biodesign | Biomaterials and Circularity Laboratory proposes rethinking the very tangible foundations of design, expanding its epistemological boundaries and cultivating inclusive and regenerative futures.

Coordination
An architect and urban planner with a master's degree in Design from the University of São Paulo, Graziela Nivoloni works at the intersection of education, nature, and business, connecting collective intelligence and systems thinking to create confluences between teaching, businesses, and organizations. At IED, she leads the Biodesign | Circularity and Biomaterials Laboratory, serves on the academic board of the Center for Innovation, Design, and Business (CR+IED), and coordinates the undergraduate program in Product and Service Design and courses in partnership with Casa Vogue.

Vacancies: 20 in each workshop [SOLD OUT]

Duration time: 30 minutes

Free

Registration:

The mini workshops on October 14th and 16th were in high demand and all places were filled, so the registration form has now closed.

We ask that registrants follow the instructions sent by email.

If there are any remaining spaces at the time of the workshop, people who attend the location will be able to participate within the limit of 20 spaces per workshop.

Confirmed schedule

September 19th – Friday – 3pm

September 19th - Friday - 5pm

September 23 – Tuesday – 3pm

September 23 – Tuesday – 5pm

September 25th – Thursday – 3pm

September 25th – Thursday – 5pm

September 30th – Tuesday – 3pm

September 30th – Tuesday – 5pm

October 2nd – Thursday – 3pm

October 2nd – Thursday – 5pm

October 7th – Tuesday – 3pm

October 7th - Tuesday - 5pm

October 9th – Thursday – 3pm

October 9th – Thursday – 5pm

October 14th – Tuesday – 3pm [SOLD OUT]

October 14th – Tuesday – 5pm [SOLD OUT]

October 16th – Thursday – 3pm [SOLD OUT]

October 16th – Thursday – 5pm [SOLD OUT]

We thank everyone who participated and visited the 14th São Paulo International Architecture Biennial, from September 18 to October 19, 2025

NOTE OF CONDOLENCE

With deep sorrow, the Brazilian Institute of Architects – São Paulo Department (IABsp) mourns the passing of architect and landscape architect Kongjian Yu, a global leader in ecological urbanism, and the members of his team who accompanied him, tragically killed during the filming of a documentary. The institute is honored to have had him as a participant in the 14th São Paulo International Architecture Biennial, where his transformative vision strengthened the dialogue between global challenges and local realities. IABsp emphasizes that Yu's contribution, which transcends borders, will remain an inspiration for generations and expresses its condolences to China, to the families of all the deceased, to his friends, and to all those impacted by his genius and dedication. Read the full note here.