Closed-loop system
Everything gets reused or returned to nature
— About
About AXIS
At AXIS, we're developing a revolutionary class of sustainable materials using cutting-edge fermentation and mycelium cultivation technology. Inspired by local agriculture and designed to meet the world's growing demand for eco-conscious solutions, our materials are more than substitutes — they're a whole new category.
Our journey began with addressing the environmental footprint of traditional leather, and we continue to innovate by tailoring mycelium-based materials to diverse market needs.
— Process
How It Works
Our materials are made from pure mycelium — the foundational network of fungi — grown on agricultural by-products. This process is highly efficient, requiring minimal water and energy while producing biodegradable, functional materials. These Pure Mycelium Materials (PMMs) can be engineered into everything from leather-like textiles and threads to acoustic panels, PPE, and even biomedical applications.
We're developing this technology in partnership with the University of Kentucky's Barzee Bioprocess Engineering and Fermentation Lab, using Kentucky agricultural by-products — like sugars from locally grown corn — as the input.
— Applications
Applications
From fashion and furniture to health and safety, our mycelium-based materials adapt to the needs of modern industries. Whether you're designing sustainable apparel, acoustic interiors, or medical-grade products, AXIS materials offer a biodegradable, high-performance solution.
- Fashion & apparel
- Furniture & interiors
- Acoustic panels
- PPE
- Biomedical
- Accessories & footwear
— The problem
Environmental Cost of Traditional Leather
Leather may be a natural material, but producing it comes at a steep environmental price:
According to × WWF
Water Waste
17,000L
of freshwater can go into producing a single square meter of leather
Land Use
1/3
of Earth's land is tied up in livestock farming
Carbon Emissions
18%
of global greenhouse gases come from the livestock industry
Slow Process
3 yrs
to raise an animal just to start making leather
— Our approach
A Smarter, Cleaner Way to Create Materials
At AXIS, we're building something better—from the ground up.
Our materials are made using agricultural by-products and fermentation, not animals. Here's how we keep it sustainable:
Made from waste
We turn agricultural leftovers into high-value materials
Low resource needs
Our process uses very little water or energy
Fully biodegradable
At the end of its life, it returns to the earth—naturally
Locally grown
Our materials can be produced near where they’re needed, reducing shipping emissions
Supports a circular economy
Designed with reuse and regeneration in mind
— Performance
Sustainability Without Compromise
You don't have to choose between performance and planet. Our mycelium-based materials are:
- Durable
- Built to handle industrial sewing and fabrication
- Versatile
- Available in endless colors, textures, and finishes
- Customizable
- Engineered for unique patterns, thicknesses, and tactile qualities
- Scalable
- Grown to meet any shape or size for efficient production