studiooberhauser is a design studio based in Bolzano, active in the fields of
product design, interior design, architecture, and research applied to materials and manufacturing processes. Founded in 2018 by designer Martin Oberhauser, the studio develops projects that integrate technological innovation, sustainability, and formal experimentation through a multidisciplinary approach. Over the years, it has established a strong international presence thanks to numerous awards received in the fields of design and architecture, while continuously pursuing research into production methods and the responsible use of resources. In 2025, the Wonder Global Awards included studiooberhauser among the world’s 50 best design studios.
Oberhauser’s Style: 3D-Printed Concrete Furniture and Objects
Among the most recent expressions of the research developed by studiooberhauser is
Oberhauser’s Style, a product collection that embodies the synthesis of contemporary design, technological innovation, and sustainability. The collection is based on an advanced 3D concrete printing process using Selective Cement Activation (SCA) technology, a manufacturing system that makes it possible to create complex and highly detailed forms without the need for traditional formwork.
The process involves the controlled injection of a cementitious paste into a powder bed, allowing the object to be built layer by layer with remarkable precision. This technology expands design possibilities, enabling the creation of innovative geometries and structures that are difficult to achieve through conventional manufacturing methods. At the same time, production optimizes the use of raw materials and significantly reduces waste, helping to minimize the environmental impact of the manufacturing process.
The products in the collection are made from materials characterized by high resistance to weathering, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. This focus on durability, combined with aesthetic and technological research, defines a catalogue that interprets design as a tool for developing functional and sustainable solutions capable of meeting the needs of contemporary architecture. Through Oberhauser’s Style, studiooberhauser transfers its expertise in material experimentation and digital fabrication technologies into tangible products, transforming research into concrete applications.
studiooberhauser: Research, Innovation and Sustainable Design in Bolzano
Founded in Bolzano in 2018 by Martin Oberhauser, studiooberhauser was established with the aim of developing projects capable of connecting different disciplines, from industrial design and architecture to artistic and technological research. The studio brings together a multidisciplinary team that approaches every project through an integrated methodology, placing particular emphasis on the quality of the creative process and the environmental impact of the solutions developed.
One of the distinguishing features of the studio’s activity is the central role assigned to research. Over the years, studiooberhauser has invested in the development of new production methodologies and in exploring the opportunities offered by digital manufacturing. Among its most significant achievements is the development of an innovative 3D printing system applied to concrete and recycled materials, conceived to promote more efficient and sustainability-oriented production models.
This journey has contributed to the achievement of more than fifty international awards, confirming the studio’s ability to combine experimentation, design excellence, and environmental responsibility. studiooberhauser’s approach is founded on the belief that technological innovation and sustainability are not separate fields but complementary components of a single design process. Through continuous research into materials, processes, and formal languages, the studio develops projects that look toward the future of design and architecture, promoting a design culture based on the balance between creativity, functionality, and environmental awareness.
