Jamie van Duuren – From Waste to Wonder – one workshop today, a generation of changemakers tomorrow

Jamie van Duuren is a Swiss-born product designer passionate about sustainability and social impact. With a curious and hands-on approach, she continuously explores new materials and innovative design methods. Her work ranges from home furnishings and board games to educational workshops that raise awareness about environmental issues.
During her bachelor’s in Switzerland, Jamie gained expertise in user research, prototyping, and material exploration. Her master’s at Design Academy Eindhoven deepened her focus on sustainability, leading to her project “From Waste to Wonder”, a workshop where children create compostable toys from recycled bio-waste. Through bio-design and alternative materials, Jamie strives to inspire creativity and environmental responsibility in future generations, using design as a tool for positive change.