Larnaka Biodesign Festival

Larnaka BioDesign Festival invites us to look at the issues of sustainability and ecological responsibility completely outside the box. Combining the latest trends in bio-design, art and academic research, the festival fuels thinking and public debate about the materials we use in our homes, clothes and cities.

For the first time, Cyprus and Larnaka will host a festival of this kind, entering with confidence into the international biodesign scene. It is time to start envisioning buildings made from mushrooms, furniture and clothing from algae, and shoes from wasted animal tissues.

PRESENTING:
MYCELIUM PAVILION exhibited at Zouhouri Square

Built entirely out of agricultural waste and mushroom roots, the pavilion serves as a symbol of innovation and sustainability. Following the structural example of the prehistoric settlement of Choirokoitia, Dutch architect Stijn Dries and bioscientist Ivana Mik have built the first accessible self-supporting mycelium structure ever made of mycelial filaments that grows mainly under the soil.

Visit Zouhouri Square between October 27th and November 5th and discover the unlimited potential of biodesign!

EXHIBITION “BioSculpt: Co-Creating the Future”

Presenting the works of internationally recognized designers and artists in the field of Biodesign. These innovative designs and the resilient living materials invite us to reflect on the sustainability of the planet and the need to start protecting its fragile ecosystems.

OPENING: October 27th until November 5th
Zouhouri Square (Larnaka 2030 Gallery Space)

Opening hours:
Monday – Friday 12:00 – 20:00
Saturday – Sunday 10:00 – 20:00

Featuring the artworks of: Aleksey Manukyan, Elina Hadjinikola, Gil Hertz Covo, Julia Lohman, Marjan Van Aubel, Shahar Livne, Shushanik Droshakiryan.

LECTURE
by BioDesign expert, William Myers on the coupling of design technology and biology.

Tuesday, October 31st at the Living Room of the Larnaka Biennale (St. Lazarus Square)

Click here to Register for the Lecture

WORKSHOPS
Two interactive workshops on biodesign and sustainable use of materials. These activities both explore the latest developments in the field of biodesign, and make them understandable and potentially accessible to a wide range of citizens.

• «Living Textiles: Co-Creating with Seaweed» by Shushanik Droshakiryan

Larnaka Archives- Fivos Stavrides, 29 October 12:00 – 17:00, 1 November 16:00 – 19:00 and 3 November 16:00 – 19:00.
A three-day workshop focusing on the use of algae as biological building material (biomaterials). The workshop redefines our relationship with nature and how we use materials for our everyday needs.

• «Hidden Colors: Co-Creating with Flowers and Plants» by Yulia Pitie
Youth Makerspace Larnaka, 29 October 12:00 – 17:00, 30 October 16:00 – 19:00, and 1 November 16:00 – 19:00.
The workshop will explore the rich traditions of natural colors and their deep connection to human history.
Larnaka BioDesign Festival is part of the Parallel Events Program of Larnaca Biennale 2023

For further information: info@larnaka2030.eu or +35724632500 or Facebook page

Organized by: Larnaka 2030
Co-organizers: CMMI & Youth Makerspace Larnaka
Curated by: Yev Kravt
Supported by: “Kypria” – Deputy Ministry of Culture

SPONSORS
Sponsor: Ocean Basket
Partner: HF Markets
Digital Partner: IDEA SEVEN
Supporter: Sun Shadow
Friend: Livadiotis Group
Friend: McDonald’s