Cork Panels

The Corkube panel represents a different approach to traditional hexagonal grids. Playing with shadows and embossing strategies, this pattern creates an irregular geometric  tessellation with several configurations: horizontal, vertical or diagonal.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

From a triangular grid to an organic panel. The same element with different thicknesses generates an irregular topography. A great example of simplicity: simple forms that generate complex structures. Easily assembled and with strong aesthetics, it is also a perfect solution for acoustic insulation.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

A Corkunit panel is an example of a geometric and abstract topographical surface formed by a single cork module with different thicknesses. The input is a hexagonal grid, the output is a game of multiple levels. It is easy to assemble and is great acoustic insulation.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

Corkhexran is a hexagonal cork module based on a co-creation strategy with DIT – do it together. It is multivisual, in that it is possible to rotate several times and the match will be always perfect. A unique example of a random creative process. Give it a try!

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

Corktrifield is a panel inspired by organic and mathematical vectors. This triangular pattern can be assembled in a regular or irregular way. The match can be concentric or non-concentric. With a striking visual effect, it’s a perfect solution for shops and restaurants.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

Corktriangle panel is a topographic 3D pattern made with triangular cork modules. It´s possible to achieve multiple regular and irregular configurations. Made with a zero-waste strategy in mind, it´s pretty simple to put together,it is also a perfect solution for acoustic insulation.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

Corklee, a generative 2D and 3D system with a zero-waste strategy. Two different modules are the input to generate the whole panel. It’s the exploration of the geometric world of Paul Klee through digital processes. Simple forms that generate complex patterns. With easy and random assembly, it also has valuable acoustic properties.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

Corkbiomorph is a perfect example of Gencork’s panel solutions. Inspired by nature and biomimetic structures, this product can be either modular or custom-made fit a specific wall, exploiting parametric systems.  It is also valuable for its acoustic insulation.

Design by DIGITALB

Corktess explores the algorithmic creation of complex geometries on planar surfaces. This cork panel was inspired by origami paper structures, that create different topologies with dynamic movements and minimal aesthetic.

Design by DIGITALAB

The Corkdelaunay 3D pattern is a three-dimensional version of a Delauney 2D script. Flat linesgive way to an irregular topographical surface made up of triangles of different sizes. It’s a
vibrant model that explores the many aesthetic particularities of digital manufacturing. The bold
design allows for multiple configurations and a great versatility, generating a play between light
and shadow.

Design by DIGITALAB

Corkwirl, a generative pattern inspired by nature and biomimetic systems. The twirl movement generates organic and fluid shapes. A perfect symbiosis between form and texture.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

The Board wall is at the border between space and object. First, it is a flat acoustic panel based on a diamond pattern. Some of the modules can be changed in order to become a board, from 2D to 3D, just a smooth volume in the same black cork material. A delicate place to exhibit objects.

DESIGN BY TONI GRILO

Corknature is a disruptive pattern that combines cork and plants naturally preserved, with strong flexibility, plasticity and natural vigor without any maintenance. To create the cork structure we adopted a  generative system which converts procedural images (bitmaps)  into tridimensional surfaces. The green plants are included on the cork in an evolutive way inspired by digital principles of attraction/dispersion. A perfect example of a biomimetic and biologic approach.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

CorkFractal_ Explores cork molecular structure ( hexagonal grid ) as a starting point to bridge the visible to invisible to the human eye. Using a recursive subdivision to divide the panels into bigger and smaller density areas, CorkFractal is composed of an hexagonal grid subdivided infinitely to a scale not visible to the human eye. The result is a conglomerate of hexagonal and triangular pyramids, which vary base and height accordingly to the subdivision generated by the recursive algorithm.

DESIGN BY SPACEGRAM

Metaballs are, in computer graphics, organic-looking n-dimensional objects. For this pattern, we adopt its topologic curves to generate planar terrains exploring the different curves densities. The green lichens cover the empty spaces between the dynamic lines creating an organic and natural atmosphere.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

Corkvor is a generative pattern based on Voronoi diagram, partitioning of a plane into regions based on the distance to points in a specific subset of the plane. This principle creates a set of topologic voids,  a perfect hub for green lichens. The hexagonal shape allows combining each module in different ways, getting different variations and aesthetics.

DESIGN BY DIGITALB

Corkmetamorph explores the mathematical and geometric art of M.C. Escher through generative design and parametric systems. It can be characterized as a visual metamorphosis of lines and hexagons of different sizes, that in turn create a dynamic and progressive pattern in the cork texture. From the digital world to a physical environment, this pattern can adapt to any wall. This is an evolutive cork panel, not just with unique aesthetics but also with great acoustic properties.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

The Corkoptical panel plays with visual illusion and form perception. Inspired by the optical art of Victor Vasarely and Bridget Riley, this magic pattern foments visual play between 2D and 3D worlds. It’s a complex geometric grid deformation that creates a set of new spatial perspectives.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB.

Corkwirl2d is a generative pattern inspired by nature and biomimetic systems. The twirl movement generates organic and fluid shapes. A perfect symbiosis among movement, form, and texture. In this bidimensional version, we create organic curves that promote optical illusions

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

What would the graphical representation of a magnetic force field or the movement of fluid
elements through space be like? CorkFlow tries to record those natural phenomena through
winding, curved lines articulated with circumferences of different diameters. It’s a generative pattern that can be adapted to any surface and size, with various densities and compositions.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

In the universe of Mathematics and Geometry, a Delaunay triangulation is pattern based on a triangle and constituted by a group of points. The Corkdelaunay2D recreates a topographical
analysis if a Delauney 3D surface, which generates an abstract and labyrinthine aesthetic. The pattern is modular and can be adjusted to various rotations and positions, giving origin to different formal combinations.

DESIGN BY DIGITALAB

The CorkBlack on White panel is about contrast and revelation. This is a double skin of black and white cork: carving graphic lines on the first layer, it appears the lightness color playing with shadows. Just two tiles offer the infinite possibilities of designs for the wall.

DESIGN BY TONI GRILO