Indian Art Gallery

ENTIRELY MADE FROM

CARDBOARD, A MUMBAI CAFE BY NUDES

ARTICLE BY DESIGNBOOM

Located in Mumbai’s central business district, ‘cardboard bombay’ by NUDES.

It is literally a ‘thinking outside the cardboard box.’

This project by the architect is the 100% recyclable and biodegradable material to form the interior of the cafe in Mumbai.

the material has been selected as it is extremely versatile. Also, it has magnificient sound absorption properties.

this mumbai cafe by NUDES is made almost entirely from cardboard designboom

images © mrigank sharma

The entire landscape of ‘Cardboard Bombay’ includes the dynamic free flowing geometries, bespoke furniture and light fixtures have been sculpted entirely from cardboard.

NUDES approached the material and did constant research which included prototyping and testing the material in real world constraints including humidity, water resistance and temperature fluctuations.

the cantilevered cardboard table exhibits structural properties for it’s intended purpose

The table tops are impregnated with wax treatment to prevent water absorption and facilitate ease of maintenance.

The cardboard is also comprised of approximately 50% air which makes it lightweight and durable.

In addition, there exists a strong co-relation between the geometry of the ‘micro’ sinuous fluting of cardboard sheets and the ‘macro’ sinuous free flowing forms. Intricate patterns and textures are created by slicing the cardboard fluting at different angles and curvatures governed by geometric discipline.

The space aims to engage a dialogue and conversation on the role of design, material and technology in protecting the earth’s resources towards a sustainable future.