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The Curious Beauty of Fused Glass

Published 8 years ago by Allie | no responses

Curious and beautiful, ‘30.0’ by artist and designer Omer Arbel is a stunning series of rectangular sculptures that explore the material potential to be found in fusing glass. The sculptures come as the result of ...

CapaGeo: Making Paint Renewable

Published 8 years ago by Allie | one response

Caparol announced this month a step forward in ecological innovation within the paint industry with the introduction of CapaGeo, a range of products made for the most part from renewable raw plant materials. This sustainable ...

3D Print Your Vase to Help the Planet

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Libero Rutilo, designer of DesignLibero Studio, has created an inspiring collection of design vases combining upcycling and 3D printing technology. The project gives a second chance to such an unvalued object as a PET bottle, which would ...

This Light Installation is Advocating for Cleaner, Healthier Cities

Published 8 years ago by Allie | one response

Vel02 is an interactive installation of light by design studio Loop.pH that highlights the link between physical activity and healthy cities. Commissioned by Shin Kong Life, it draws attention not only to the importance of ...

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It Works: Boats to Backpacks

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On the Greek island of Lesbos, Dutch designers Floor Nagler and Didi Aaslund are turning discarded boats and lifejackets into bags for refugees. The two have together founded It Works, a volunteer organization giving workshops ...

Forbo Turns Fishing Nets Into Floors

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Starting this year, old and broken fishing nets from fishermen in the Dutch town of Urk will be used in new entrance mat materials from Forbo. With this initiative, Urk fleets from this well-known fishing ...