Fernando Laposse

Fernando Laposse

Mexico

Fernando Laposse is a Mexican designer who specialises in transforming natural materials such as sisal, loofah, and corn leaves into refined design pieces.

In this video, he shares with you his Totomoxtle project, which is based on a new veneer material made with husks of heirloom Mexican corn. The project focuses on regenerating traditional agricultural practices in Mexico, and generating income for impoverished farmers.