Tasha Lapidus
the poetry of decay
biodegradable materials and experimental biotextile for slow, tactile, living design, prototyping and future-facing creative practices. working at the intersection of craft, science and sustainability. designing matter that lives, disappears, and leaves a trace of meaning
a-design award
fibreclay innovation
a biodegradable compisite combining plant fibres with mineral binders, developed for sculptural and structural use. A'design Award Winner 2025 in Biomaterials, Ecological and Sustainable Materials Designffibreclay is the result of experiments with natural fibers and the papermaking process, which has been my main activity for almost 20 years. It is completely biodegradable, lightweight, has a controlled life cycle, may be applied in different colors, is based on recycled and natural fibres
experiments
biomaterials lab
a studio for developing plant-based materials using algae, citrus, cellulose and waste. includes eco-leather prototypes, alginate threads, and biodegradable binders. with a strong focus on material behaviour, decay and sensory interaction. to be used in fashion, design and art
exhibitions
visual narratives
experimental and education spaces with free access and one main idea - speak about alternative materials in visual form. every exhibition has workshops, guided tours, and experimental zones - a step to learn by doingMarch, 2025, London, UK, "Shifted Souls: materials of the future"
May, 2024, Milton Keynes, UK, "Paper: story you don't know"
education
books and courses
long-term research into ecological material storytelling, includes a developing publication "Biomaterial Atlas" - a documentation of process, recipes, and reflectioneducation workshops and programs designed for adults and non-professionals integrated into exhibitions and residencies. a tactile approach to learning through materials experimentation. focus on collective making, observation, and ecological awareness