Waste is
misplaced
genius.
Shellf Life transforms post-consumer shellfish waste into architectural-grade regenerative material — cement-free, resin-free, kiln-free, and carbon-capturing.
It began on her kitchen stove
As an M.Arch thesis candidate at Rhode Island School of Design, founder Felicia Neuhof developed a process for transforming post-consumer seafood shells into architectural-grade material without cement, without resin, without anything synthetic.
Today, Shellf Life operates from a manufacturing microlab in Providence's Valley neighborhood. Shells arrive from local restaurants and aquaculture partners. They leave as tiles, surfaces, and objects.
Join Shellf Life founder Felicia Neuhof in conversation with Seaze host Marianne as they explore the intersection of sustainable design and the blue economy. From growing up in Vermont to pioneering regenerative materials in Rhode Island, Felicia shares insights into transforming discarded seashells into beautiful, sustainable furniture and architectural materials. The discussion covers Shellf Life's innovative approach to circular manufacturing, the challenges of biomaterial development, and our vision for empowering coastal communities through sustainable design.
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