The Raul Laurì Decafé Collection Breathes New Life into Coffee Groun
Milla Kiss — April 24, 2012 — Eco
Spanish designer Raul Laurì presented his collection of lamps and table wear, entitled Decafé, at the 2012 Salone Satellite Exhibition. Made out of heat and pressure-treated coffee grounds, the Decafé collection is a wonderful treat for the senses. The bowls, table wear and the series of lamps -- including table, pendant and floor lamps -- are visually intriguing.
As explained by Decafé creator, Laurì "Decafe is a reflection on the cycle of natural elements that we use on a regular basis. Its aim is to give a second chance to coffee ground as a biodegradable and renewable material while taking advantage of its emotional aspects." Ultimately, this collection will tempt all of your senses and leave you craving a hot cup of java.
As explained by Decafé creator, Laurì "Decafe is a reflection on the cycle of natural elements that we use on a regular basis. Its aim is to give a second chance to coffee ground as a biodegradable and renewable material while taking advantage of its emotional aspects." Ultimately, this collection will tempt all of your senses and leave you craving a hot cup of java.
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Sustainable Material — Using heat and pressure-treated coffee grounds as a biodegradable and renewable material opens up opportunities for sustainable products.
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Circular Economy — The Decafé collection reflects the concept of circular economy by repurposing coffee grounds and giving them a second life as functional and visually intriguing products.
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Biodegradable Design — The creation of lamps and table wear made from coffee grounds showcases the potential of biodegradable design, offering a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional materials.
Industry Implications
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Furniture Manufacturing — The furniture manufacturing industry can explore using alternative materials like coffee grounds to create unique and sustainable products.
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Lighting Design — The lighting design industry can incorporate coffee ground-based materials to create eco-friendly and visually intriguing lamps for residential and commercial spaces.
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Eco-friendly Home Decor — The eco-friendly home decor industry can leverage coffee ground-based materials to offer sustainable and aesthetically pleasing table wear and accessories for environmentally conscious consumers.
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