Research
Innovation through observation and testing
Through our research, we are committed to developing original ideas to foster new concepts of living our environments.
Design matters
Material Balance Research Group works at the interplay between material culture and architectural technology, creating innovative scenarios for a resonant balance between humans, nature and built environment.
What do we do at MaBa (Material Balance Research Group)?
Our milestones
Key achievements through the years
2018 — Foundation @ABC department Polimi
This department was created to bridge the gap between design, architecture, and the environment, striving for a seamless balance that prioritizes both innovation and sustainability.
2019 — New lab building completed
The lab has been designed and completed to support collaborative workflows, enabling a multidisciplinary team to work side by side in a space where design and production converge.
2021 — First international exhibitions
MATRES was the project we presented for the 17th Venice Architecture Biennale, exploring resilient, sustainable materials inspired by nature. It highlights how materials can adapt to environmental challenges, offering a new approach to eco-conscious architecture.
2022 — Innovative tools and machines acquired
With the addition of cutting-edge equipment, the lab now strengthens its focus on innovation, optimizing the link between design and resource manufacturing.
Resources
Where design and interdisciplinary research converge
MABA is part of Politecnico di Milano and operates within a dynamic, multidisciplinary framework. The lab collaborates closely with PS VL, focusing on acoustics and vibroacoustics, and with ABCLab, which integrates advanced research in construction and building technologies. This collaborative environment allows MABA to bridge design, technology, and research, fostering cutting-edge solutions across various fields.
Projects
Discover a new balance between people and the built environment
Our projects deepen the complexities of design possibilities, revealing innovative solutions at the intersection of materialities, context, and architecture.
Publications
Major insights for tomorrow’s Design
Explore our publications to uncover new insights and discover the cutting edge of design and architecture. What is coming next is already on the way.
Exhibitions
Discover our works firsthand
Through exhibitions we provide a unique opportunity to explore our latest projects and innovative ideas. Explore the most recent ones.
Master
Maba master program
Digital techniques and circular innovations in architecture.
Our key assets
Leveraging our key assets, we are committed to tackling the critical challenges shaping today’s society, culture, and natural and built environment.
Laboratory
The lab is a field of interwoven connections between people, technologies, and matter
The soft and desirable environment fosters innovations and lateral thinking. By blending diverse disciplines and perspectives, it is a space that encourages out-of-the-box thinking and the cross-pollination of ideas.
Team
The people who make it possible
With a diverse and dedicated team from all corners of the globe, we come together to share our expertise, shaping innovative solutions that reflect the unique perspectives of the people behind them. Every contribution counts.
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