In one of the most conceptually bold uses of ELEVATE to date, German luxury label Melina Bucher incorporated our grain-based biomaterial into the NUBIAN—a limited-edition handbag that draws inspiration from science fiction, space-age aesthetics and futuristic design.
Crafted in Bucher’s atelier in Germany, the piece reflects a shared commitment to forward-thinking luxury: consciously made, visually striking and built for a better future. The sculptural silhouette plays with movement and light through a holographic surface—available in silver and black—developed specifically for this piece.
At the core of the NUBIAN is ELEVATE, engineered from grain proteins using our proprietary BioFuze™ platform. Free from animals, plastics and tanning chemicals, the material offers the tactile feel and visual richness of premium leather—with far less environmental impact.
“This collaboration unites two visions—ours in luxury design and Uncaged’s in material science,” said Melina Bucher, “to explore what the future of accessories can be.”
The NUBIAN is more than a bag—it’s a symbol of what’s possible when material innovation meets design imagination.
We’re proud to see ELEVATE reinterpreted through Melina Bucher’s futuristic lens, and excited to continue supporting creators who are reshaping luxury with ethics, performance and vision.