Epidermitecture challenges conventional notions of cleanliness and maintenance by exploring naturally occurring stains—thin layers of microorganisms (biopatinas) on the outside of buildings that filter air pollutants, reduce heat islands, and support biodiversity. Participatory practice and geomicrobiology was used to explore their sustainable potential and advocate for biopatinas as integral to our cities.
Participants
DUSTS INSTITUTE
VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Adam Hudec, Bánovce, Slovakia, 1994. Lives and works in Vienna, Austria.
Natália Štundová, Michalovce, Slovakia, 1999. Lives in Bratislava, Slovakia, works in Vienna, Austria.
Tomáš Tichomirov, Brno, Czech Republic, 1993. Lives and works in Vienna, Austria.
ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS VIENNA
VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Laura Rabbachin, Italy, 1991. Lives and works in Vienna, Austria.
Michelle Howard, Portlairge, Ireland, 1967. Lives and works in Berlin, Germany, and Vienna, Austria.
Katja Sterflinger, Aachen, Germany, 1967. Lives and works in Vienna, Austria.
Technical Collaborators
Duha Samir (Public Engagement), Jakub Węgrzynowicz (Biopatina Kit Graphic Design), Joanna Pianka (Photography), Vladimíra Hradecká (Film Director)
Supporters
BMKÖS (Bundesministerium für Kunst, Kultur, öffentlichen Dienst und Sport), KÖR (Kunst in öffentlichen Raum Wien), FPU (Slovak Art Council), European Commission (Creative Europe program)
