Shimber is an iridescent coating made from wood that not only redefines aesthetics in fashion and luxury but also opens new frontiers in sustainable surfaces for design and architecture

The shimmering coating enables the creation of iridescent objects in diverse shapes, sizes, and textures, adaptable to various surfaces and needs, such as textiles, accessories, or design installations

The coating is bio-based and microplastic-free, made from renewable wood pulp

Shimber at Designs For a Cooler Planet, 2020

We are a team of scientists and innovators driven by blending material science with design

We work with projects from architecture and product design to art installations and fashion

Our coating process is low-footprint and highly adaptable, engineered for scalability, accommodating both custom, small-batch production and larger industrial manufacturing

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Shimber is featured at Baolab in Milan Design Week 8 - 10.4.2025

The process – from fiber to shimmer

01. Natural Raw Materials

Unlike conventional pigments and embellishments, our wood-based coating is biodegradable, non-toxic, and ethically sourced, avoiding common industry issues like unethical mica mining, petrochemical use, or harmful waste generation.

02. Research & Science

The coating recreates the changing colors of nature, such as the iridescent effects of butterfly wings or the rich hues of peacock feathers. Without the use of chemical compounds, the colour is achieved through a nanostructure formed from cellulose extracted from wood pulp.

03. Surface Solutions

Designed to be material-agnostic and geometry-flexible, supporting the creation of iridescent decorative components across diverse surfaces, shapes, and sizes. Applications range from textiles, fashion accessories, and interior décor to creative installations and bespoke design projects.

04. Sustainable Brands

Sustainability is no longer a niche consideration—it is becoming a defining standard for luxury and innovation. Brands that lead this transition will not only shape the future of design but also define the next era of responsible, high-performance materials.