Paper worlds

From foldable microscopes to compostable chips: paper has long been a high-tech material. We present eight surprising innovations that show the potential of this everyday material and how it can help solve some of the challenges of our time.

 

In the constant digital barrage of notifications, the longing for clarity is growing. A blank sheet of paper, a pen, a whiteboard - that's often all it takes to bring order to chaos. Analogue tools slow things down and open up space for creativity.

Papermaking combines creativity with sustainability and turns old materials into unique works of art. The meditative process focuses on the essentials and creates a new awareness of the value of resources. We show why this craft is more than just a creative break.

Paper - so commonplace and yet full of surprises. Its potential unfolds between the craft table and science: it promotes creativity, patience and even spatial thinking. What makes paper so special as a medium and what are the findings from practice and research?

The Paper Positions art fair focuses on the impressive versatility of paper as a medium - from filigree works to elaborate sculptures. Steinbeis Papier provides an insight into the world of paper art and presents the creative range of this extraordinary material.

With the festive season just around the corner, the tradition of gift-giving offers an opportunity to make environmentally conscious choices. Using wrapping paper made from recycled materials is one way to make a sustainable contribution.