Madeiroteca: xiloteca como artefato projetual educativo em design

Abstract

This project proposes the creation of a xylotheque for academic use in Design courses as both a design and educational tool. This model, named “Madeiroteca,” functions as a compact artifact with high storage capacity and easy implementation. The project’s goal is for it to be reproducible in different locations, however, the data collected here serves as the basis for creating the Madeiroteca specifically for the Design course at UFC, located in Fortaleza, Ceará. To support this, the historical context of biological collections and xylotheques is explored, along with their relevance to the importance of materials in the classroom. Additionally, the wide range of possibilities for applying wood within the field of design is also examined