Syncretic Bio-Shelters EP. 2: Taking shapes

In the second episode of Syncretic Bio-Shelters, Jovana Gunjova, Paula Meier and Antonia Ablass move from research into prototyping, combining patterns found around Matera with 3D printing, sewing, weaving and experimental biomaterials. Traditional references and new technologies begin to merge into concrete elements for the final collection. Bio-yarns made with seeds, coffee and natural pigments open up new material possibilities, while an open studio brings students and visitors directly into the process through weaving and hands-on experimentation. The week becomes a reflection on collaboration, reuse and the balance between innovation and slower, local ways of making. "SYNCRETIC BIO-SHELTERS – Collection for surviving extreme environments" is an artist residency within the "Terre Immerse - Comunità Creative Euromediterranee” program, promoted by Fondazione Matera Basilicata 2019 for Matera 2026 Capitale Mediterranea della Cultura e del Dialogo, in collaboration with the Comune Matera. The program is funded by Ministero del Turismo and Regione Basilicata. #Matera2026 #TerreImmerse #MCCD2026