Carbyon challenged four young designers to envision what our CO2-capturing machines could look like. From nature-inspired designs that blend into the environment to bold concepts showcasing the technology and capturing process, each offers a unique perspective on a sustainable future. This week, the 4 models are presented at the heart of the Dutch Design Week in the Klokgebouw building.
This technology needs designers
Carbyon is developing Direct Air Capture machines that capture CO2 directly from the sky. It is currently working on its prototypes and exploring how its carbon capture solution could look in various global locations. In collaboration with the Dutch Design Foundation's What If Lab, they invited four young designers to create "future concepts" for the machine's exterior.
The four designers all started from different angles on the challenge. Together, the 4 designs show how the future of carbon capture could look like - a future that is needed sooner rather than later. Join us and visit our exposition from the 19th until the 27th of October at the Dutch Design Week in the Klokgebouw, Hall 3 - more info to be found here.
Lotte Wigman envisioned the machines contributing to local ecosystems, turning a desert-based carbon capture plant into an Oasis by utilizing captured water.
Joshua Holetz focused on blending the machines into their surroundings, using organic forms, modularity, and local materials to harmonize them with the landscape.
Joris Zandbergen explored the internal processes, exposing airflows to highlight the machineās active CO2 removal.
Yotam Sion drew inspiration from water towers, transforming the machines into iconic "friendly giants" in the environment.
Pictures by Bart van Overbeeke.