SQIM

About SQIM

SQIM is an Italian biotech company founded in 2015 and based in Inarzo, near Milan, focused on mycelium-based biofabrication. Using proprietary fermentation processes, the company cultivates fungal mycelium—a natural and regenerative material—transforming agricultural residues into high-performance biomaterials. These materials offer sustainable alternatives for industries such as fashion and interior design, aligning with circular economy principles.

The company operates through two specialized vertical brands: Ephea, which produces flexible, luxury-grade mycelium materials for fashion applications, and Mogu, which develops interior design solutions such as acoustic panels, flooring, and wall coverings made from mycelium composites.

SQIM’s approach integrates material science, process engineering, and design to enable regenerative manufacturing at scale. The resulting products combine functional performance, aesthetic quality, and environmental responsibility. Its fermentation technology allows for consistent quality and scalability, positioning SQIM as a leader in next-generation biomaterials.

With applications spanning sustainable textiles, architectural surfaces, and lifestyle design, SQIM challenges traditional extractive manufacturing by offering alternatives based on living, biodegradable systems. Its work reflects a broader shift toward biofabrication and closed-loop production models in industrial design and biotechnology.