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Why this course
The next generation of architecture won’t just be built, it will be grown. As the industry shifts toward regenerative materials, mycelium is emerging as one of the most promising frontiers. Fungal architecture is currently an emerging and largely theoretical field.
What you will learn
What if buildings could be grown instead of manufactured?
This course introduces architects, designers, and innovators to the emerging world of fungal architecture through the science, design principles, and fabrication methods behind mycelium-based materials. Blending biology, architecture, sustainability, and material innovation, you'll discover how living systems are inspiring a new generation of regenerative design.
Through real-world case studies, hands-on activities, and the latest research, you'll gain a practical understanding of both the extraordinary potential and the current limitations of fungal materials, equipping you to critically engage with one of architecture's most exciting frontiers.
Module 1
Why & What: Fungal Architecture /Mycelium as a Living Material System
Discover why fungi are capturing the attention of architects, scientists, and material innovators around the world. You'll explore the fascinating biology of fungi, their surprising role throughout human history, and the unique properties that make mycelium a promising building material. By the end of this module, you'll understand why fungal architecture has emerged as one of the most compelling conversations in sustainable design, and why it's only just beginning
Module 2
From Biology to Fabrication: Scaling & Construction Methods
Go behind the scenes of how mycelium becomes an architectural material. From substrate preparation and biological growth to molding, 3D printing, and prefabrication, you'll follow the complete production process while exploring the technical challenges of bringing fungal materials from the laboratory to the construction industry. This module bridges biology, engineering, and architecture to reveal what's possible today—and what still needs to be solved.
Module 3
Design & Performance
Great materials require thoughtful design. In this module, you'll learn how fungal species, substrates, and fabrication techniques influence the performance of mycelium composites. Through case studies and performance comparisons, you'll evaluate their thermal, acoustic, structural, and fire-resistant properties while gaining a realistic understanding of where these materials excel—and where innovation is still needed.
Module 4
Ecological Systems, Care & Future Applications
Architecture is no longer just about constructing buildings—it's about designing relationships with living systems. This final module explores the broader ecological, ethical, and technological implications of fungal architecture, inviting you to think beyond today's applications and imagine the future of bio-integrated design. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of how architects can help shape more regenerative and resilient built environments.
Who This Is For
Architects and architecture students, Interior designers, Sustainability-focused professionals, Material innovators.
Platform
This is a fully online, self-paced course, allowing you to learn at your own rhythm and fit the content into your schedule. We use Cambio Lab's gamified learning platform called Journey.
Journey represents the cutting edge of dynamic online learning, while still being rooted in the best practices for project-based and experiential learning.
Journey accomplishes this through gamification: incorporating elements of gaming (point systems, competition, prizes, achievements, and more) to drive engagement.
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