From fungi to architecture: this is how the team at Mushbio introduces their decorative cladding panel inspired by the Andes. Manufactured using parametric design, the panel is made from mushroom mycelium. Beyond contributing to cultural identity by mirroring the topography of the Ecuadorian and Latin American landscape, it offers thermo-acoustic properties, lightness, and a unique aesthetic, bringing nature into interior spaces.
After winning Fonquito, a seed capital grant from the city of Quito, they were able to upgrade their infrastructure and equipment to optimize product development. The panels measure 25x25x5 centimeters and weigh approximately 400 grams. The production process uses molds developed through digital fabrication. The color and texture of the panels depend on the maturation process of the fungus, yielding a range of tones from whites and ochres to browns. They currently offer three models: Cordillera, Ribera, and Valle.
