architecture
We are a passionate group of makers and designers committed to transforming the building industry from the bottom up. We are dedicated to cultivating meaningful change in the built environment through promoting the use of biocentric building materials. Our transdisciplinary team combines expertise in architecture, ecology, engineering, material science, and craftsmanship. Whether you are a private client wishing to improve the health of your home or a professional seeking an expert partner in biocentric building systems, we can work with you to realise any scale of project.
Architecture
Matera is a collaboration between Atelier Dalziel and +groma arkitekter. With our combined experience and broad network of collaborators, we form expert design teams capable of delivering architectural projects of any scale and complexity. Our work is material-focused, emphasizing a deep engagement with the cultivation of material resources and the craftsmanship required to transform them. Through this approach, we seek to make projects that can speak to their local cultural context while turning toward our global and species scale responsibilities.
Materials
We recognize that the first challenge in providing alternatives lies in availability. Therefore we have invested in our supply chain to ensure that we can offer a diverse range of biocentric building materials directly to our customers. Our warehouse in Oslo allows us to provide materials in any quantity at accessible prices, making it easier for you to incorporate healthier material choices into your projects regardless of the scale. If you are interested in a product we don’t stock or are a supplier who would like to partner with Matera just get in touch.
Collaboration
In the architectural field, we often encounter a culture of competition that can hinder collaboration and open-source innovation. Matera was established in the spirit of collaboration, aiming to promote knowledge-sharing within our discipline. We work with architects, institutions, researchers, and private clients, fostering fruitful and open partnerships. If you would like to meet to discuss a collaboration we would love to hear from you.