In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article read, we revisit an article published on the interiors+sources website titled, "Commercial Materials Industry Moves Closer to Scalable Biomaterials Solutions," on April 22, 2025, written by Kenn Busch. As you listen to this mini-episode, you'll learn about the sustainability discussions and trends in biomaterials at the Heimtextil textiles and interiors fair and uncover insights into the challenges and future prospects for biomaterials in commercial interiors, including: Biomaterials are defined as materials derived from waste or byproducts—not traditional natural materials with existing supply chains. Scalability remains the biggest barrier to widespread adoption of biomaterials due to limited supply and high production costs. Spinnova’s fiber technology offers a rare example of a truly scalable, low-impact biomaterial solution. Promising prototypes like Agoprene and Piñatex face durability, performance, or supply challenges that limit mass adoption. A “Yes, and…” strategy encourages integrating biomaterials alongside traditional ones rather than replacing them outright. Natural variation in biomaterials should be embraced as a desirable aesthetic, not a flaw.