The European Technical Textile Convention FUTEX 2015

From 21 to 22 January, the 5th biennial European Convention FUTEX took its place at Hippodrome of Marcq-en-Baroeul & Campus CETI / Tourcoing for presenting new technical textiles in interiors and architecture. With already 4 editions to its credit, the European Convention on Technical Textiles FUTEX returns to answer these questions with the theme Textile & Energy because the development of evolutionary materials and technology has always strongly inspired innovative creations. This is a perfect opportunity to show that the textile is technical, innovative and intelligent. This convention is a key event dedicated to latest developments and innovations in technical textiles in Northern Europe since 2005 and is considered as the big European meeting. It is the result of the close partnership between the city of Marcq-en-Barœul (Lille Métropole) and the network of professionals CLUBTEX technical textiles. Designers, researchers and technicians always keep an open mind to go against received wisdom and produce reinterpretations of classic objects that transgress conventions. The curtains of optic fibre and the translucent concrete block presented at the FUTEX Convention are the fruits of such experimentations.

© Futex, Dognin

Polochon bag is made from one single piece leather with illuminated interior such as leds and reflective fabric dognin. Furthermore, its lining has a built-in luminous strip associated with a reflective fabric that lights up automatically when you open the bag. Perfect to find your keys, event at night.

© Futex, Sensoree Photo : Roger Dyckmans

The amazing « mood-revealing » sweater designed by Kristin Neidlinger, a former dancer, specialist of dance medicine and designer of kinetic costumes, detects the wearer’s excitement level and describes it according to a range of predefined colours. The high collar is an external indicator of emotions, giving colourful expression to inner feelings; operating by sensors, i tacts as a biofeedback mirror of the user’s emotions. The collar is made by recycled plastic, the dress in cotton and lycra.
© Futex, LiTraCon

Translucent Breeze Block – 96% concrete and 4% glass fibres Combining optical fibres and concrete, this breeze block is finely structured and incredibly homogenous, It is an excellent building material. Walls constructed with this block allow the light to pass to provide a natural and decorative lighting. The block personalises the habitat: suitable for facade installations or to separate a room elegantly.