Carlos Nielbock: Detroit Windmill 3.0

Detroit Windmill 3.0 is an upcycled vertical axis wind turbine built from recycled materials that blends heritage metalworking with cutting-edge sustainability.

About Detroit Windmill 3.0

Detroit Windmill 3.0 is an upcycled vertical axis wind turbine built from recycled materials that blends heritage metalworking with cutting-edge sustainability. Designed and fabricated at his studio, the windmill stands as a symbol of innovation rooted in tradition – bringing together old-world craftsmanship, renewable energy, and the spirit of Detroit ingenuity.

 

Carlos Nielbock
Detroit Windmill 3.0, 2026
Recycled Materials

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