Neckties made from spider silk, blended fruit juices made from misshapen produce and jerky snack made from eggplants are among some of the top April 2017 eco design ideas.
Throughout these emerging eco design concepts, one of the most prevalent themes is a focus on offering more sustainable versions of commonly used products. Two of the most standout examples of this include Memphis Meats' cruelty-free, lab-grown chicken and Stone Brewing Full Circle Pale Ale, which is brewed with 100% wastewater.
To spread messages about the importance of caring for the environment, some unique outdoor campaigns are being created. Recently, Toyota installed an air-purifying billboard to advertise a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, while beer brand Tiger is sharing art across London that is made with Air-Ink, which is sourced from city pollutants.
Top 45 Eco Design Ideas in April
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Portable Self-Sufficient Homes
This Sustainable and Autonomous House is Solely Run on Solar Power
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Eco-Friendly Adult Scooters
The 'OjO' Commuter Scooter Offers Solid Range and Speed
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Solar Panel Security Cameras
The 'Solar Cam' HD Outdoor Security Camera Draws Energy from the Sun
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Photovoltaic Skating Rinks
This Concept Uses Ice Skating to Generate Electricity
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Solar Panel Window Coverings
The 'Solar Blind' Solar Window Coverings Generate Power
40
Eco-Friendly Cork Surfboards
The 'KORKO' Surfing Surfboard is Sustainable Crafted and Affordable
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Organic Ocean Waste Stools
The 'Zostera' Sitting Stool is Made from Eelgrass and Bio-Resin
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Solar Window Pane Chargers
The Notos Solar Window Charger Keeps Devices Running
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Healthy Biodegradable Food Packaging
This Anti-Microbial Food Packing Material Degrades Naturally
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Slim Solar Smartphone Cases
The 'Synthetic' Solar iPhone Case Enables Eco-Friendly Charging
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Affordable Fully Electric Vehicles
Volvo Cars Announced an EV with a 250 Mile Range for 2019
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Energy-Generating Vehicles
The 'Changan' Ultra-Efficient Vehicle Harnesses Power from Many Sources
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Biodegradable Seagrass Packaging
Felix Pottinger has Designed a Packaging System for Food
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Ugly Fruit Juices
Misfit Juicery Takes Misshapen Produce and Blends Them into Beverages
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Vegan Deli Restaurants
Montreal's Gusta Foods is a New Gourmet, Plant-Based Restaurant
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Opulent Electric Convertibles
The Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6e Features an Electric Powertrain
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Garden Highway Structures
The 'Green Circle' Balances the Offset of Highway Roads in Urban Areas
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Competitively Priced Electric Cars
The Lucid Motors Air Will Cost Less Than a Tesla Model S
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Soaring French Sky Gardens
The Occitanie Tower Will Be the City of Toulouse's First Skyscraper
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Solar Roof Hybrid Vehicles
Panasonic Developed a Solar Car Roof for the Toyota Prius
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Recycled Sneaker Containers
The New Nike Air Max Container is Made from Lids and Drink Containers
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Polluted Art Galleries
This Pop-Up Gallery Exclusively Features Art Made with Air Pollution
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Eco-Friendly Paper Laundry Detergent
Dizolve Reduces Transportation Pollution by 94 Percent
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Water-Only Cleaning Cloths
e-cloth's 'Safe Home Baby Care Set' Cleans Without Harsh Chemicals
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Realistic Driving Performance Toys
The Enduro Toy Cars are Interactive and Eco-Friendly
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Completely Compostable Coffee Pods
Muskoka Roastery's Coffee Pods Completely Biodegrade in 84 Days
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LED Pest Repellers
DTM Care's Unique 4-in-1 Device is Safe to Use Anywhere Around the Home
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Spider Silk Protein Ties
The Bolt Threads Spider Silk Ties are Crafted from Lab-Harvested Fibers
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Water-Saving Shampoo Bottles
This Package Makes People Aware of Shower Water Consumption
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Inked Pollution Murals
These Awareness-Raising Billboards Were Made with Air-Ink Technology
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Biodynamic Breakfast Cereals
This Cinnamon Cereal Boasts Alternative Agriculture Products
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Eco Egg-Dyeing Kits
The Eco-Eggs Carton Teaches Kids to Dye Eggs Naturally
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Air Filtration Billboards
Toyota's "Eco-Billboard" Removes Nitrogen Dioxide from the Air
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Three-Wheel Mobility Systems
The Mercane TRANSBOARD v2 is an Eco-Friendly Electric “Kickscooter”
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Single-Origin Chocolate Eggs
Chococo's Chocolate Eggs for Easter Boast Cocoa from a Single Source
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Coffee Leaf Teas
Wize Monkey Makes Tea from the Leaves of the Coffee Plant
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Date-Based Liquid Sweeteners
Clarks' New Date Syrup Serves as a Healthier Alternative to Sugar
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Eggplant Jerky Snacks
Power Plant is Now Making Alternative Jerky Meat with Eggplants
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Sustainable Lab-Grown Poultry
The Memphis Meats Lab-Grown Chicken was Unveiled in Two Dishes
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Eco Fabric Scrap Accessories
The Arvin Goods Socks and Underwear are Made without Water Use
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Magnetized Bicycle Storage Accessories
The Digirit Pedal Park Keeps Bikes from Falling Over
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Wastewater-Brewed Beers
Stone Brewing Full Circle Pale Ale is Made Using 100% Wastewater
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Infant-Friendly Face Creams
Chantecaille's Orange Blossom Face Cream is Rich in Organic Plant Oils
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Upcycled Delivery Bikes
Deliveroo's Upcycled Bike is Made with Unused Kitchen Tools
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Gluten-Free Rice Nectars
Suzanne’s Specialties' Rice Nectar is an All-Natural Sweetener
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Cartoon-Transformed Algae Exhibits
Hello Kitty and Algae Collide Worlds for Expo 2025 in Japan
Thematic Denim Collections
Soorty's SS26 Collection Merges Innovation with Sustainable Practices
Park-Themed Yogurt Packaging
Stonyfield Organic & the NPF Teamed Up for 'Explore Organically'
Gen-Alpha Targeted Packaging Designs
Gotham Greens Partners with Sesame Workshop to Promote Greens
Sustainable Light Designs
MIT Design Intelligence Lab Debuts the Geolectric Lantern
Eco-Friendly Intricate Furniture Series
Rosana Sousa Designs a Sustainable Furniture Collection
Algae-Made Slippers
These Vegan Slippers by Giestas Have a Food-Grade Form
Low-Emissions Alcohol-Free Beers
Carlsberg Sweden and Einride Launched an Alcohol-Free Beer
Designer-Forward Blanket Collections
In2Green Collaborates with Well-Known Artists and Designers
Climate-Awareness Wool Calendars
Rikako Nagashima Creates the Irreversible Scale Project
Eco Reusable Bottles
Anew Drops a Plant‑based Reusable Bottle to Set a Standard for Sustainability
Multi-Sensory Nail Polish Activations
Beetles Gel Polish Runs the Taste of Spring Event
Nature-Inspired Appliance Installations
Fisher & Paykel Unveils Nature—ritual at EuroCucina 2026
Eco-Friendly Offices
Office@27 by Sanjay Puri Architects is Enhanced by Ancient Indian Principles
Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Agri/Culture by Little Red Door Explores Agricultural Methods
Bio-Resin Retail Displays
This Samsung 13-Inch Color E-Paper Has an Organic Design
Avant-Garde Biomimicry Fashion Designs
Iris Van Herpen Debuts the Fall 2025 Haute Couture Capsule
Urban Ecological Design Projects
Henning Larsen Designs Bidadari Park in Singapore
Automotive Design Philosophy Exhibits
Kia Showcases Two Exhibits at Milan Design Week 2025
Curated Design Initiatives
Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Launches The Curious 100 List
Nature-Centered City Campaigns
Visit Seattle Launches 'Mother Nature’s City'
Shape‑shifting Retreats
This Modular Off‑Grid House Adapts to Natural Sites with Expandable Walls
Textile-Topped Table Design
The Tumble Tables Elevate Sustainability Through Sculptural Form
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Eco-Friendly Luxury Villas
Kengo Kuma Designs the Land Villas for Red Sea Global
Rice Straw Fashion Collections
Siam Kubota and Greyhound Original Launch 'Turn Waste to Agri-Wear'
Colorful Vegan Handbag Collections
Espe's Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Boasts Modern Elegance
Dessert-Shot Fashion Campaigns
Stella McCartney's Summer 2026 Campaign is Shot in Qatar
Advanced Sustainable Energy Solutions
EBL Showcases Its Latest Innovations at CES 2025
Bee Habitat Billboards
Disney x National Geographic Bee Billboards Double as Shelters
Green Cosmetics Concept Stores
This Innisfree Store Utilizes Bottles in its Architectural Design
Everyday Sustainable Bags
Out of the Woods Offers Versatile Bags for Essentials
Sustainable Packaging Options
Vetroplas Partners Highlight Refillable, Recycled And Airless Soluti
Eco-Friendly 3D Printer Concepts
The Loop Concept is a Sustainable 3D Printing Device
Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs
Out of the Woods Enhances Its Out of the Ocean® Range
Organic Ancient Design Furniture
The Earth To People Furniture Collection is Naturally Crafted
Immersive Textile Boutiques
100% Silk Shop in Toronto's Downtown Core is Sustainable
Waste-Minimizing Household Cleaners
The Grove Co. Spring Collection Has a Special Launch Partner
Imaginative Modern Outdoor Furniture
Thomas Heatherwick Designs the In-Side Collection for Magis
Biophilic Workplace Designs
Mangrove Garden Office by Bean Buro Reimagines Corporate Spaces
Innovative Outdoor Advertising Campaigns
Unilever's Dirt is Good Turns Billboards into Playgrounds
Ergonomic Eco-Friendly Drink Packaging
The Tetra Prisma Aseptic 300 Edge Packaging is Mindful
Industrial Design Exhibits
Design Burger Hosted a 'Design Dialogues Exhibit' in London
Eco Living Vertical Towers
The Eden Rise Vertical Eco Living Community Integrates Food Production
Sustainable Indian Streetwear Lines
Cloveify Wearables Launches its New Sustainable Clothing Line
Earth-Inspired Special-Edition Tofu Packaging
Pulmuone Emphasizes Its Commitment to Sustainability
Eco-Friendly Sleek Office Furniture
Jenny Nordberg and Soeco Join on Refurbished Office Furniture
Ethical Hotel Amenity Lines
Giovanni and Hotel Emporium Partner for Eco-Chic Luxury Amenities
Honest Sustainability-Focused Installations
Temple (The Last Cheeseburger) is Thought-Provoking
Progressive Protein-Material Fashion
Nanamica Launches the Second Instalment of Brewed Protein
Geologically Inspired Fashion Capsules
The Etro Fall 2025 Magma Line is Stunningly Chic
Green China-Based Coffee Chains
Tim Hortons Debuts its First Sustainable Store Concept in Shenzhen
Sustainable Beer Brand Partnerships
Terrapin Beer Co. & Orvis Boasts Environmental Sustainability
Food-Based Toy Block Alternatives
LEGO Replaces its Plastic Bricks with a Eco-Friendly Options
Chic Avant-Garde Restaurant Interiors
Estereotomia Architects Designs Masahouse
Eco-Friendly Pouf Chair Concepts
Design Studio701 Creates the Rio Pouffe Concept
Welcome Gift Design Kits
Earth’s Hatch Kit Reimagines a Welcome Gift with Practical Home Tools
Conscious Home Cleaners
Iken Clean Launches a New Sustainable Cleaning Solution for Homes
Urban Oasis-Reflecting Hotel Expansions
Ministry of Design Leads the Standard Singapore Designs
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
Microplastic-Fighting Fabric Innovation
CiCLO Technology Boosts Biodegradable Textile Adoption
Eco-Focused Family Housing
Rewild Homes Moves Environmental Design into Realistic Living
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Sustainable Modern Chair Designs
ZEITRAUM Explored Sustainability Through Material & Craftsmanship
Collaborative Upcycled Collections
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Works with Toyota for Upcycled Goods
Organically Printed Homes
The Lib Earth House Showcases Soil-Based 3d Printing Custom Living
Eco-Friendly Hummus Products
Lantana Foods Introduced New Packaging and Flavor Varieties
Conceptual Fine Dining Experiences
Levi Lu Taps the Japanese Aesthetic Principle of Mono No Aware
Bio-Based Single-Use Cups
The VeriGreen Plus Was Created by eGreen and Polymateria
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Sustainable Upcycled Glass Cups
HMM Design Creates a Unique Eco-Friendly Glass Cup
Hand-Knotted Neutral Rugs
Home and Soul Furniture Introduces Sustainably Designed Home Rugs
Fish Lifestyle-Inspired Residences
Beef Architekti Designs the Bright House of Hills in Slovakia
Paper Food Packaging Campaigns
This Koehler Paper Campaign Showcases the Market Shift
Urban Egg Installations
The Diesel Human-Sized Egg Installations Bring Playful Fashion to Milan
Sustainable Outdoor Kitchen Designs
Ecoscape Has Introduced a New Range of Outdoor Kitchens
Sustainable Hospitality Concepts
Riviera Dining Group's CASA NEOS Includes Eco-Friendly Materials
Community Wellness Centres
The Apple House by Okra Supports Nature Based Learning
Revitalized Cultural Park Projects
Turenscape Masterfully Elevates the Huaiyang Fuxi Cultural Park
Silent Nature Campaigns
Jeep Promotes Its Cherokee Hybrid with Quiet Wildlife Photography
Future-Facing Food Menus
Fura's Future Food Menu Explores the Impacts of Climate Change
Island-Based Cannabis Farms
Mailen Design Unveils a New GrowLab Organics Space on the Isle of Man
Sustainable Turkish Textile Initiatives
ILO Turkiye and Ekodoku Aim to Boost Eco-Friendly Textiles
Expansive Meat-Free Food Campaigns
The Meat Free Made Easy! Campaign Features Over 40 Brands
Sustainability-Focused International Strategies
Haier Group Expands Sustainable Ecosystems
Outdoor Carbon-Free Cooking Kitchens
Andrés Jaque Designs the Transspecies Kitchen Space
Organic Cotton Bedding Lines
Yumeko Champions Sustainability Using Organic GOTS-Certified Cotton
Business-Friendly Efficient Composting Technologies
Emerald Ecovations Partners with Octoen
Womb-Like Neutral Restaurant Designs
Al-Jawad Pike Designs the Interiors of Holy Carrot in London
Sustainable Eco Towns
Telangana is a Sustainable Eco-Town Inspired by Japan's Kitakyushu City
Emerging Design Exhibitions
The Dry Cleaning Exhibition Spotlights Emerging Designers in London
Celebratory Plant-Based Bag Designs
Yoshida & Co. and Porter Launch the New PORTER Tanker Series
Sustainability-Focused Cultivated Meat Partnerships
Meatable Announces Its Plans to Collaborate
Japanese-Inspired Recycled Pavilions
Second Edition's Love Shack is Made of Recycled Materials
Ritual-Based Mobile Design
ECAL and Google Explored Hardware Inspired by Everyday Habits
Eco-Friendly Rainforest Resorts
Wow Architects Reveals Design for Mandai Rainforest Resort
Ethical Vehicle Interior Finishes
Renault Interiors Will No Longer Feature Animal Leather
Eco-Minded Leather Variants
Tata International's New Eco-Friendly Leather Hopes to Spark Change
Green Sculptural Cocktail Bars
Peridot Bar by Studio Paolo Ferrari Uses a Continuous Plaster Shell
Repurposed Election Materials
South Korea Transforms Election Banners into Sustainable Materials
Organic Landscape Wallcoverings
The Borealis Series from Designtex Highlights Painterly Nature
Culinary Research Landmarks
The Gastronomy Open Ecosystem Unites Education and Innovation
Stainless Steel Sustainable Sinks
POSCO and Franke Debut an Eco-Friendly Stainless Steel Sink
Sustainable Coffee Ventures
Staten Island Partners with the Eco-Friendly Coffee Brand
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Regional Vegan Dining Events
Dine Vegan Nashville is Launching from World Animal Protection
Sustainable Growth Systems
TreeSoil 3d-Printed Bricks Support Young Trees in Changing Climates
Ethical Tea Commercial Campaigns
Clipper Teas Showcases its New Marketing Tactics for 2025
Mushroom-Inspired Dining Designs
Grybova Hata Evokes Mycelial Growth Via Bio-Based Materials
Japanese Minimalist-Inspired Restaurants
Ivy Huang of Vhouse Interior Design Designs Fifteen East
APAC-Focused Protein Alternatives
Kinoko-Tech and Metaphor Foods Debut Sustainable Protein Options
Nature Integrated Offices
Bochum Office Embeds Gardens and Felt Paths to Enhance Well‑being
Biomaterial Interior Design
Spring Studio Forms Sustainable Interiors for World Heritage Centre
Tree-Planting Drink Campaigns
The Human Bean links beverage sales to global reforestation efforts
Traditional Sustainable School Designs
Heatherwick Studio Showcases Plans for Universidad Ean
Biodegradable Paper Ashtrays
Ekoroll Introduced the Paper Ashtray for Biodegradable Smoking
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Organic Striking Tower Designs
David Macullo Architects Designs the Leaves Tower
Graffiti-Driven Franchise Interiors
Pablito’s Tacos Unveiled a New Mindful Design Concept
Playful 3D-Printed Lighting Designs
Emil Robbrecht Designs Vibrant Sustainable Lamps
Platform Infrastructure Projects
Enviromates Launches the Enviromates.earth Platform
Transformed Disused Steelwork Structures
Delugan Meissl Designs Expo Cultural Park Greenhouse
Eco-Designed Sampling Formats
Sampling Innovations Europe Unveiled Easy Dose
Creative Networking Tools
Designer Hikes Builds Community By Connecting Designers Outdoors
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Green Roof-Topped Circular Villas
Sou Fujimoto Designed the EARTH Villa in Okinawa Prefecture
Circular Outerwear Models
Templa's Biodegradable Down Jacket was Made with Allied Feather & Down
Plant Pod-Inspired Pendant Lights
Sujeet Kakad Designs the Nature Inspired Pendant Light
Thatched Roof Wildlife Retreats
Ma+rs Serenity Retreat Anchors Hillside Residence in New Zealand
Zero-Waste Dining Spaces
Gourmega Reuses Discarded Materials Across Its Manhattan Interior
Ocean-Friendly Seafood Meals
Green Chef's April Recipes Share Seafood Watch-Recommended Seafoods
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Asian Designer Furniture Exhibitions
This Year's Emerge Exhibition Marks the Third Annual Showcase
Bold Aquaponic Greenhouses
The Eco-Aquaponic House Uses Rotating Sections and Solar Power
Nature-Connecting Design Installations
OMCC and Diez Office Unveil the Vert Installation
Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals
The Brown House Uses Ecological Materials to Redefine Urban Infill
Brick Market Interior Design
The LINEHOUSE Ink Ink Food Market Uses a Greenhouse-Style Hall
Mud Clad Restaurants
Petti Restaurant by Wallmakers Uses Earth and Marine Waste Construction
Fermented Vegetable Meat Alternatives
GRUBBY and Symplicity Collaborated on Limited-Edition Dishes