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We turn ideas into works of art
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WE LOVE DESIGN!
THAT'S HOW WE GOT HERE!

Material Antics is a design-driven initiative born from a passion for sustainable innovation and material
exploration. We champion the transformation of discarded resources into high-value design artifacts, believing
that every material—whether natural or man-made—holds untapped creative potential.

Our founder, a design aficionada and obsessive explorer of materiality, established Material Antics to address a
critical gap in the circular economy: the rescue and reimagination of materials deemed unsuitable for traditional
resale or donation. We specialize in material recovery from upholstered furniture, particularly focusing on
high-quality leather that would otherwise end up in landfills.

... every material deserves a second chance. Our mission is to intercept quality resources before they reach
landfills and transform them into tomorrow's design innovations.

OUR STORY
Our Journey Begins — Material Antics launched with a clear mission: transform discarded materials into high-value design artifacts. We’re developing specialized techniques for material recovery, particularly from upholstered furniture, while building a community of makers and designers passionate about sustainable innovation. Our focus is on leather rescue, workshop development, and creating a new narrative around waste as opportunity.
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OUR EXPERTISE

Our expertise combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative sustainable practices. We’ve developed
specialized skills in material recovery, particularly from complex upholstered pieces.

Material Recovery & Assessment
95%
Leather Processing
90%
Sustainable Design
95%
Workshop Facilitation
80%
Our experts
MEET OUR TEAM
Nathalie Tambay
Creative Director & Founder