Material ConneXion™

→ Founded in 1997, and acquired by SANDOW in 2011, Material ConneXion is a global materials consultancy that helps companies innovate through smart materials thinking. Locations in the United States, Europe and Asia offer access to membership-based materials libraries with more than 6,500 advanced and sustainable materials. Members also have access to a comprehensive online database. With a comprehensive knowledge of materials and cross-industry expertise, the company provides extensive consulting services—from innovative new product development to sustainability strategy, materials sourcing, manufacturing support and workshops on the consumer experience. With a 360-degree view, its intelligence is used in every area of development, from products, packaging and architecture, to interiors, transportation and fashion. Committed to increasing awareness of the invaluable role materials play in design and sustainability, its public and academic programming has played a key role in educating thousands of designers and students through exhibitions, lectures and, increasingly, the development of material libraries within academic institutions. Over the years, Material ConneXion has helped thousands of companies—from Fortune 500s to smaller, forward-thinking businesses—create better, more sustainable designs, build stronger brands and increase profits. materialconnexion.com

Material ConneXion Consulting

We’ve helped leading brands create Innovation that Matters™. Our cross-disciplinary team synthesizes consumer, cultural, materials and design expertise to provide implementable solutions for clients. One of the most popular formats is a curated innovation workshop to develop a pipeline of new product concepts. Material ConneXion consultants also provide commercialization expertise through our global offices – providing manufacturing, sourcing and supply chain advice and counsel.

Matter Magazine

Keep up to date with the latest, state-of-the art advances in material development with a subscription to Material ConneXion’s quarterly publication, MATTER. Each issue focuses on a theme (design, health, technology) with pertinent articles by guest writers and a round-up of new materials juried into the library.

ActiveMATTER

A quarterly box of tangible samples of the latest materials is available by subscription. ActiveMATTER™ educates you on the essential material development driving innovation today by putting the materials you need to know about directly in your hands. From product development and packaging to architecture, interior design and more, ActiveMATTER provides designers of all disciplines with creative inspiration.