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‘Polyphytes’ brings nature and technology together with 3D printed vascular plants

The “plants” are designed to interact with air, water, and ice.
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Created by industrial designer Nicole Hone in collaboration with Ross Stevens, the ‘Polyphytes’ project consists of experimental plant-shaped 3D objects that can respond to natural elements.

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