SOURCE&SPACE MATERIAL LIBRARY
MATERIALS
& CRAFT
A curated intelligence platform connecting architectural intent with specialist manufacturing and material innovation across contemporary China.
From factory-direct sourcing to custom fabrication oversight, we bridge the gap between material discovery and project-ready specification.
MATERIAL IS PART OF THE DESIGN INTENT.
The Source&Space Material Library is a curated intelligence resource for the architecture and design community. We bridge the gap between material discovery and project-ready specification, ensuring that every texture, finish, and substrate is assessed for its technical performance, aesthetic character, and fabrication potential within the Chinese manufacturing ecosystem.
DISCOVER
Material character and possibilities.
SPECIFY
Performance, dimensions and applications.
CUSTOMIZE
Color, texture, finish and fabrication.
MAKE
Connect material intent with specialist capabilities.
BEYOND THE SAMPLE.
Our specification philosophy is rooted in the belief that a material is only as good as its fabrication potential. We look past the small physical sample to understand the structural realities, maintenance requirements, and factory-level precision required to transform a raw material into a signature architectural detail.
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MATERIAL CHARACTER
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TECHNICAL SUITABILITY
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FABRICATION POTENTIAL
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SAMPLE & FINISH CONTROL
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PROJECT READINESS
CERAMIC & MINERAL SURFACE
ALL MATERIALS
CEMENTITIOUS
STONE
GLASS
TEXTILE
POLYMER & COMPOSITE
METAL
ACOUSTIC
WOOD
BIO-BASED & RECYCLED
BAMBOO & NATURAL FIBER
EARTH & MINERAL
MINERAL FINISH
TRAVERTINE SILVER
STONE
Natural Sedimentary Rock / Honed Finish
A sophisticated Italian stone characterized by its horizontal veining and subtle silver-grey palette.
RIFT GLASS
GLASS
Kiln-Formed Textured Glass
Hand-crafted technical glass featuring a deep, irregular rift pattern for high-privacy partitioning.
AGED BRONZE
METAL
Architectural Metal / PVD Patinated
Highly durable patinated metal finish, ideal for high-traffic hospitality facade and interior detailing.
FLUTED OAK
WOOD
Engineered Wood / CNC Milled
Architectural wall surfacing featuring a precise fluted profile, milled from high-grade European White Oak.
FINE WEAVE BAMBOO
BAMBOO & NATURAL FIBER
Bespoke Weaving / Traditional Craft
Meticulously woven bamboo filaments creating a delicate, tactile surface for lighting and paneling interior applications.
BIO-TERRAZZO
BIO-BASED & RECYCLED
Recycled Mineral Composite / Sustainable
Circular material innovation utilizing industrial mineral waste to create a modern, high-durability surface.
COLLECTION SPOTLIGHT
SOURCE&SPACE MATERIAL EDIT
A curated selection of materials currently defining our project intelligence and fabrication workflow.
Featured . 01
Architectural Mineral Surface
Ceramic & Mineral Hub
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Kiln-Formed Ripple Glass
Glass Fabrication
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Patinated Architectural Bronze
Metal & Finishing
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Engineered Carbonized Bamboo
Natural Fiber & Bio-Based
Material is only the beginning.
What can it become?
Source & Space bridges the gap between raw material origin and professional project execution. We look beyond the sample to understand how material character defines fabrication potential and architectural outcome for interior designers, architects and specialist manufacturers.
MATERIAL
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FINISH
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FABRICATION
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CUSTOMIZATION
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APPLICATION
Stone fabrication
Waterjet cutting
5-axis CNC
Glass casting
Kiln forming
Hand glass blowing
Glass lamination
Metal fabrication
PVD finishing
Patination
Anodizing
Powder coating
Bamboo weaving
Rattan weaving
Ceramic glazing
Custom mold development
Veneering
Acoustic fabrication
Surface finishing
Case Studies
FROM MATERIAL TO SPACE
HOSPITALITY
LUXURY RESIDENTIAL
RESTAURANTS & F&B
RETAIL
WORKPLACE
WELLNESS & SPA
PUBLIC SPACES
OUTDOOR & LANDSCAPE
LOOKING FOR A MATERIAL WE HAVEN’T SHOWN?
Our network extends beyond the digital library. We specialize in identifying, vetting, and securing high-performance materials for complex architectural requirements and bespoke project intents.