Breathable and healthy, too. The secret? Wood fibers and clay plaster. How does it work? You’ll find out in Episode 5 of the Biobased Tasting video series.
Watch episode 6 of Biobased Tasting here
Everyone’s talking about biobased construction. But Editor-in-Chief Thomas van Belzen wants to see, smell, feel, and taste it. How do architects use biobased materials, and what are the pros and cons? And above all: does it leave you wanting more?
Biobased Home
In episode 6 of the Biobased Tasting, we take a look at Elst, where the hardworking Gertjan de Werk is building a biobased home for himself. The material in the spotlight is a combination of wood fibers and clay plaster. Architect Anne Laros shares her vision and unique experience. Chantal van Schaik, director of Holland Houtland, gives her candid opinion on the material. Is she generous with her stars, or not?
Watch episode 6 of Biobased Tasting here
Series: Biobased Tasting Season 1 (2026)
Episode 4: Rare Loam Stuckadors
Number of episodes: 6
For whom: Architects, builders, clients, and anyone interested in biobased construction
Host: Thomas van Belzen, Editor-in-Chief of Bouw en Installatie at the Royal Dutch Jaarbeurs
Camera and editing: Thijs Karlas, content creator for Construction and Installation at the Royal Dutch Jaarbeurs
"Biobased Tasting" is a production of www.bouweninstallatiehub.nl by the Royal Dutch Jaarbeurs and powered by FutureFacade, the BouwBeurs, DigiBouw, and VSK+E, in collaboration with Holland Houtland.
