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Post-consumer aluminium scrap used for production of Hydro CIRCAL 100R

Material science
The challenges (and importance) of producing near-zero aluminium
By Stig Tjøtta, Hydro Apr 05, 2024
Studio ThusThat has created a range of tableware and tiles made from bauxite residue.

Material science
We are using bauxite residue to turn waste into aesthetic value
By Kevin Rouff, Editorial contributor Mar 06, 2024
Studio ThusThat uses aluminium waste to communicate compelling stories about the material

Material properties
How we are communicating compelling stories with aluminium waste
By Kevin Rouff, Editorial contributor Feb 13, 2024
Design thinking
How dialogue and design have shaped aluminium into a symbol for peace
By Marius Myking, Editorial contributor Jan 29, 2024
Ikea Delaktig sofa with parts in aluminium, design Tom Dixon

Manufacturing
Adapting aluminium to add functions you do not see in IKEA DELAKTIG
By Mats Sixtensson, Hydro Jan 05, 2024
Aluminium played a transformative role in the design of the iconic circular Luminaire Ambitus, by Zumtobel.

Design thinking
How experimenting with aluminium helps me realize my dreams and designs
By Yorgo Lykouria, Editorial contributor Oct 26, 2023
Albore Design's "Drum" at London Design Festival 2023

Design thinking
Five inspiring aluminium designs we saw at London Design Festival
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Sep 26, 2023
Design thinking
How I can challenge the state of furniture design with the use of aluminium
By Martin Høgh Olsen, Editorial contributor Jun 12, 2023
Sustainable design
Adding anodizing technology and aluminium to the imagination of Tom Dixon
By Marc-Steffen Hinderer, Hydro Nov 09, 2022
©Dan Dryer A/S

Design thinking
Product design with extruded aluminium
By Hugo Dines Schmidt, Editorial contributor Aug 07, 2021
Design thinking
How unexpected collaboration, and a pandemic, helped shape an e-vehicle for urban transport
By Hilde H. Kallevig, Hydro Jun 22, 2021
Design thinking
How bringing different stakeholders together can bring a creative idea to market
By Koen Burgers, Editorial contributor Apr 26, 2021
Sustainable design
Using ASI certification to support sustainability strategies
By Floor Verhorst-Willems, Hydro Mar 26, 2021
Extrusion quick guide for designing with aluminium ©Tony Hall

Design thinking
Extrusion quick guide for designing with aluminium
By Jonas Bjuhr, Hydro Mar 15, 2021
Manufacturing
How we can achieve zero-emission aluminium smelters
By Hans Erik Vatne, Editorial contributor Feb 28, 2021
Ikea Delaktig sofa with parts in aluminium, design Tom Dixon

Design thinking
Why Tom Dixon and IKEA got together for DELAKTIG
By Tom Dixon, Editorial contributor Nov 23, 2020
Material science
Is additive manufacturing the next big thing for aluminium?
By Hans Erik Vatne, Editorial contributor Nov 20, 2020
Sustainable design
Improving sustainable product design with aluminium
By Sara Mellone, Editorial contributor Nov 15, 2020
Manufacturing
How design can influence surface quality
By Rik Mertens, Editorial contributor Oct 28, 2020
Sustainable design
With IKEA, a new way of manufacturing furniture with aluminium
By Henrik Stark, Hydro Aug 22, 2020
Manufacturing
Production tips for designers
By Peter Hedman, Hydro Aug 14, 2020
Craig Gaulzetti is a designer and builder of custom-built racing bicycles. ©Joel Laino

Design thinking
No limits to bicycle design with aluminium
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Aug 08, 2020
Material properties
Why aluminium plays an important role in façade construction
By Paul Bretz, Editorial contributor Jul 30, 2020
Manufacturing
Seven ways to trim costs through design
By Rik Mertens, Editorial contributor Jul 07, 2020
Design thinking
Design it in aluminium
By Dag Holmgren, Editorial contributor Jul 06, 2020
Expert thoughts
Innovative aluminium product applications for the 'social distancing society'
By Yon van den Oever, Hydro Jul 03, 2020
Expert thoughts
Using new technology to improve primary aluminium production
By Hans Erik Vatne, Editorial contributor Jun 28, 2020
©Neal Feay Company

Design thinking
Anodized aluminium for designer facades
By Alex Rasmussen, Editorial contributor Jun 11, 2020
Sustainable design
Energy efficient glass walls
By Patrick Lahbib, Hydro Jun 01, 2020
Manufacturing
Simplify and streamline your manufacturing processes
By Vincenzo Messina, Hydro May 01, 2020
Design thinking
Slim design, strong shelves
By Joep Melis, Editorial contributor Apr 27, 2020
Vestre replaced cast iron with aluminium in its new bench.

Design thinking
How to create a modern twist on a classic design using aluminium profiles?
By Allan Hagerup, Editorial contributor Feb 04, 2020
Expert thoughts
Do you know when to use the indirect extrusion process?
By David Lukasak, Hydro Feb 03, 2020
Sustainable design
We proved that the future of mobility is electric
By Maartje Verhoek, Editorial contributor Nov 28, 2019
Material properties
How you can use material properties and design to differentiate your aluminium cans
By Boris Kasper, Hydro Oct 17, 2019
©Photo courtesy of MYS

Design thinking
Extruded shelving systems by Michael Young
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Oct 08, 2019
Material properties
Clever use of aluminium keeps seat dry in wet weather
By Charlotte Coates, Editorial contributor Sep 12, 2019
Material properties
Bamboo meets aluminium in innovative bicycle
By Elliot Quinn, Editorial contributor Jul 13, 2019
Artists enjoy being creative with aluminium. ©iStock

Design thinking
Artists crazy about aluminium
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Jul 11, 2019
Design thinking
Aluminium wallpaper by Jean Nouvel and Neal Feay
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Jul 09, 2019
Design thinking
Textured 3D metal wallpaper
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Jun 21, 2019
The Blue Planet ©Nils Bergendal, Shapes

Design thinking
A search for the right material
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Jun 09, 2019
Bess Kristoffersen in her studio ©Alastair Philip Wiper

Design thinking
The metal's innermost self
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Jun 04, 2019