Sexy Biomaterials, Shared Consequences | Tech & Design Meetup

Sexy Biomaterials, Shared Consequences

What if sustainable materials didn’t have to behave — but could seduce?

Biomaterials are increasingly alive, expressive and emotionally engaging. They are grown, cultivated and cared for — not just designed and deployed. And when materials are alive, beauty and desire suddenly matter in new ways.
At this EHV Innovation Café meetup, we explore how desire shapes behaviour — and how behaviour shapes systems. When does attraction become a catalyst for sustainable change? And what happens when biomaterials move beyond the lab and into everyday life?

Special Guests
Beatriz Sandini & Alessia Pasquini (Materia Futura) — on designing biomaterials that are sensorial, seductive and deeply connected to craft and living systems.

Sam Edens (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences) — on working with biomaterials as living relationships rather than technical solutions.

Expect bold insights, honest reflections and an open conversation with the audience.
Whether you work in design, tech, education, policy — or are simply curious — you’re very welcome.
Stop Making Materials. Start Making Relationships.

Moderated by Charlotte Grün

Eindhoven city is full of hidden Tech & Design gems that fuel transformation. Now is the time to unite their superpowers. What visions do they hold for creating an attractive, sustainable world for us and future generations? What groundbreaking experiments and prototypes are they developing to boost our society forward? How can we learn from each other and contribute to this shared mission? Join us for an inspiring event where ideas and connections come to life!

Join the EHV Innovation Tech & Design Meetup
Do you want be a part of the Future of Eindhoven? Mark the event in your calendar and secure your ticket here.

26 February 2026
17:30 Walk-in and networking, we’ll offer a free drink and a bite
18:00 Introduction to the Special Guests followed by a moderated debate
19:00 Networking
20:00 Meet-up dinner with the speakers

Free tickets via www.ehvinnovationcafe.org

@ Kazerne Downtown Eindhoven
English spoken, free entrance, open to all