MycoTile

MycoTile is a Kenyan biotechnology and sustainable materials company that develops construction panels made from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms, combined with agricultural waste. Founded by Mtamu Kililo near Nairobi, the company transforms organic byproducts such as rice husks, coffee chaff, and sawdust into lightweight, durable, and fully biodegradable tiles used for walls, insulation, and interior design. Its innovation addresses both Kenya’s housing deficit and the need for low-carbon building materials by offering a cost-effective alternative to bricks and concrete. By using waste as feedstock, MycoTile supports circular-economy principles and reduces emissions from traditional construction. The company’s mission is to advance sustainable architecture through locally sourced, renewable biomaterials that strengthen both communities and ecosystems.