19 Fascinating Food Containers
From Pop Bottle Benches to Shrinking Milk Containers:
Meghan Young — Oct 29, 2009 — Eco
Although containers can be a very wasteful investment, everything (especially food) still needs a place to be contained. At least, until we find an environmentally friendlier solution to packaging our food. This cluster is filled with fascinating food containers and, perhaps not so surprisingly, there are some creations for the eco-conscious.
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Pop Bottle Benches
Pawel Grunert Turns Recycled Containers Into Functional Chairs
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Yogurt Container Is A Toy
Yo'play Makes Recycling Fun
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Junk Food Container Urns
Inventor of Pringles Can Buried in One
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Solarized Container Light
Energy Bucket
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Enviro-Poop Container
ScooperBox for Dogs
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Edible Picnic Containers
When Eco Chic-Food Meets Edible Fashion
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Milk Carton Origami
Milkmuny Buys Containers to Create Earth-Friendly Wallets
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Famous Landmarks as Treat Holders
Candy Containers by Studio d. Sharp
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Convertable Containers
Jack Bresnahan's Biodegradable Plastic Lids Make Disposable Cans Perm
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Overjoyed Ice Cream Containers
Laughing Faces on Ice Cream Packaging Confirm Deliciousness
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Designer Ice Cream Container
Attached Scoop For Easy Snacking
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Coca-Cola Containers for Developing Nations
Coke Distribution for Meds
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Cable Spaghetti Camouflage
Arihiro Miyake's 'Trush In' Electrical Cable Containers
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Envyrobubbles Public Gum Containers
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Shrinking Milk Containers
'Fresh' Milk Jug Preserves Contents for an Extra Week
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Waste-Free Lighting
‘Pudding Lamp' is Made From 70 Containers of Fruchtzwerge
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Classy Cream Containers
Half Pint Creamer Resembles Cute Mini Milk Carton
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Yogurt Container Lights
The Recycled Plastic ‘Petit Yogourt' Lamp Makes Empties Gl
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Nostalgic QSR Miniature Experiences
McDonald's Introduces the Adorable Happy Meal Collectibles
Ultra-Customizable Water Bottles
The Sunnies Flask Goes in Over 300,000 Color Combinations
Retro-Chic Water Bottles
SMEG and 24Bottles Launched a 1950s-Inspired Hydration Vessel
Intelligent Anti-Food Waste Systems
The 'FoodTusker' Reminds Users to Eat Leftovers
Resealable Fast Food Buckets
KFC Bucket Ware is a Microwave-Safe, Freezer-Friendly Container
Cartoon-Branded Aluminum Water Packaging
B Water & Beverage Debuts New Disney-Inspired Designs
Space-Saving Storage Capsules
IKEA Introduces Kössebär, a Novel Take on Everyday Food Storage
Seafood Waste Bioplastics
Natnov Bioscience Has Turned Seafood Waste into New Bio-Economy Products
Beverage Packaging Updates
Capri Sun's Resealable Bottle is a Modern Twist on a Timeless Favorite
Squeezable Dropper Bottles
HCP Packaging's Twist Tottle Enables One-Handed Dispensing
Recycled Plastic Candy Packaging
Berry Global Group and Mars Launched 100% Recycled Plastic Jars
Realistic Food Candles
The Pantler’s Rations set turns familiar meals into hand-poured candles
Edible Wrapper Snack Bars
One Good Thing Bars Have a No-Waste Formulation
Refillable Alcohol Containers
Diageo Partnered With ecoSPIRITS On Refillable Alcohol Solutions
Plastic Bottle Recycling Tools
The 'BottleLoom' Bottle Strip Cutter Transforms Plastic Waste
Coffin-Shaped Ice Cream Tubs
The Alchemist by JDO Satisfies Consumers' Desire for the Unexpected
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Eco Reusable Bottles
Anew Drops a Plant‑based Reusable Bottle to Set a Standard for Sustainability
See-Through Hot Food Packaging
The Inline Plastics Safe-T-Chef Line Has Two New Options
Recyclable Yogurt Drink Packaging
The New Yop Bottles are Made with Clear PET and Recycled PET
Minimalist Appliance Water Bottles
SMEG and 24Bottles Teamed Up for Two New Products
Ultra-Compact Freezable Lunch Boxes
PackIt Expands Its Freezable Snack Box Line for Convenience
Rotating Food Storage Systems
The Saveit Rotating Kitchen Cubes Reduce Food Waste
Collapsible Folding Carrier Cups
The DiFOLD Origami Cup Works for Hot and Cold Beverages
Crayon-Themed Water Bottles
The Crayola x S'well Collaboration Features Vibrant Bottles
Compact Canned Houseplants
Trader Joe’s Mini Can Foliage Turns Product Packaging into Home Decor
Fully Recyclable Oil Packaging
The New Frylight Packaging Has a Fully Recyclable Spray Pump
Plastic Reduction Concierges
The SodaStream Sustainability Concierge Helps to Cut Waste
Stylish Poppy-Inspired Cooler Bags
Out of the Woods Debuts the Poppy Collection
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Ultraviolet Food Storage Gadgets
EcoLoc Uses UVC Light To Extend Everyday Fridge Freshness
Space-Saving Hydration Solutions
Memobottle's Flat Water Bottles Revolutionize On-the-Go Drinking
Sustainable Packaging Options
Vetroplas Partners Highlight Refillable, Recycled And Airless Soluti
Paper-Based Barrier Drink Packaging
Tetra Pak and Sterilgarda Alimenti Partnered on New Packaging
Shelf-Stable Packaging Solutions
Amcor’s Retort Bottle Innovation is Good for Nutritional Shots
Dumping-Like Fashion Bags
Esenes Worldwide Bag Mimics Edible Textures Through Sculptural Design
Decluttered Ad Campaigns
IKEA Unpackaged Goods Organizes Branded Products into Storage Containers
Ergonomic Eco-Friendly Drink Packaging
The Tetra Prisma Aseptic 300 Edge Packaging is Mindful
Recycled Plastic Condiment Packaging
Plastipak and Kraft Heinz Announced a New Partnership
Fridge-Decorating Trend Guides
The Takeout Published a Professional Chef's Guide on Fridgescaping
Reusable Packaging Grocery Stores
Nude Foods Market Packs Foods in Returnable Glass Jars
Compact Desk Food Warmers
The Reheatly Desk-Top Food Warmer Concept Changes Eating at Work
Pop-Up Microwave Popcorn Boxes
The Proper Pop-Up Box Transforms into Its Own Serving Bowl
Multipurpose Metallic Spray Bottles
The 'NUBE' Spray Bottle Concept is Stylish and Refillable
Transformative Pizza Box Tables
Pizza Hut Introduces the Moving Box Table Packaging
Air Fryer-Friendly Product Packaging
The PaperSeal Shape Tray Replaces Plastic Alternatives
One-Handed Paper Cartons
The One-Hand Pump Paper Pack is Made from 100% Recyclable Materials
Honest Sustainability-Focused Installations
Temple (The Last Cheeseburger) is Thought-Provoking
Lightweight PET Bottle Designs
TricorBraun Introduces Lightweight PET Bottle Solutions
Sustainable Retailer Packaging Updates
This Co-op Sustainable Packaging Initiative is Expansive
Domed Lid Yogurt Bowls
The KeepCup and Yo Chi 'Go Bowl' is a Eco-Conscious Packaging Option
Playful Freezable Lunch Boxes
PackIt Presents a New Design for Its Freezable Playtime Lunch Box
Reusable Packaging Supermarket Trials
Amcor and Ocado are Working Together for a Packaging Project
Wine Upcycling Projects
Rewine by Buvons Nature Turns Its Leftovers into Food
Adorable Pawprint Bottles
The Pet Paw Bottle Turns Water Rings into Charming Pawprint Stamps
Modular Storage Systems
Unito Container 26l Box Features a Foldable Lid That Converts into a Table
Aesthetic Interior Fridge Trends
Country & Town House Published a Guide to 'Fridgescaping'
Miniaturized Outdoor Cooler Designs
YETI Daytrip Coolers Come in a Variety of Sizes
Coffin-Shaped Beverage Containers
Liquid Death and Yeti Create the Casket Cooler for Parties
Scent-Flavored Tumblers
The Tumbler by air up Offers a Refreshing Way to Hydrate on the Go
Sustainable Cafe Delivery Cases
This Paper Pulp Coffee Carrier Keeps Drinks Hot or Cold
Recycled Packaging Planter Pots
Tetra Pak and Keter Partnered for the Cube Planters
Moulded Fibre Transport Containers
PAPACKS Launches Fiber Box for Seafood Transport
Personal Care Refill Solutions
Zero Co Unveils its New Paper-Based Refill System
Modular Serving Dishes
Host Introduces its 'Thermal Serving Dish'
Gen Z-Focued Water Bottles
bubba® Redesigns Its Brand Image and Delivers Colorful Water Bottles
Recycable Sleeve Labels
Phenix Label Introduced Recyclable Shrink Sleeve Options
Purpose-Built Water Bottle Packaging
The Sidel Returnable PET Bottle is Fully Recyclable
Reduced Packaging Drink Ranges
The 7-Eleven 7-Select Replenish Range Features a New Bottle Design
Multipurpose Partitioned Packaging Designs
Inline Plastics Essentials Platter Design is Versatile
Reduced Plastic Sandwich Packaging
The Seal N’ Flip Packaging from the Lacerta Group Reduces Costs
Farm-Fresh Canned Milks
Moozy is on a Mission to Make Milk Cool Again
Eco-Friendly Bread Packaging
Modern Milkman Debuted Compostable Bread Bags
Recyclable Bottle Containers
The 'Recyklobox' Allows For Sustainable In‑Store Returns
Compostable Single-Use Beer Cups
The BioPak Beer BioCup is Targeted Towards Stadiums and More
Biodegradable Cheese Packagings
Nestlé Joins Oglivy Colombia on the Self-Packing Cheese
Twisting Collapsible Bottles
The Elio Water Bottle Collapses into a Compact Form
Shareable Ice Cream Containers
Ben & Jerry's 28-Ounce Scoop-apalooza Flavors are Made for Sharing
Insulated Drink Holders
The Insulated Puffin Drinkware Holder Offers a Playful Design
Cork Bottle Terrarium Puzzles
44th_brick Designs the LEGO Terrariums as a Set
Freezable Wine Packs
Packit® Introduces Two New Products with ECOFREEZE® Technology+
Food Travel Accessories
The To Go Collection Converts Takeout Packaging into Functional Gear
Spoonless Soup Mugs
SOOP Eliminates the Mess of Eating Grab-and-Go Soup
In-Store DIY Packaging Stations
Taco Bell UK is Uniquely Supporting Circular Fashion Sellers
Sustainable Food Packaging Designs
Placon Crystal Seal Delectables is Tamper-Evident and More
Elegant Airtight Herb Containers
The IKEA KLIPPKAKTUS Herb Storage Container Ensures Freshness
Modular Drinkware Systems
Dometic Designed a System with Mix-and-Match Lids and Accessories
Portable Cosmetic Tube-Bottles
Quadpack's Tottle Packaging is Convenient, Eco-Friendly & Premium
Freshness-Preserving Bowls
The Eternos™ Serving Bowl Boasts Professional Grade Heat Retention Tech
Ergonomic Pet Snack Bowls
Trot Pets Introduces its New Conscious Snack Tray to the Set
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
Biotransformable Cup Designs
The Verigreen Plus Biotransformable Cup for Single Use Packaging
Recycled PET Industrial Bags
Boxon Launches Food-Contact Big Bags Approved in EMEA
Retro Colored Containers
Crayola x S'well Team Up for a Limited Edition Retired Colors Collection
Upcycled Plastic Furniture Series
Kasper Kyster Presents the Crafting Plastic Series
Recycled Desk Trays
Tray210 is a Circular Organizer Made from Multiple Recycled Plastic Blends
Aluminum Medicine Bottles
Cabinet Health's All Day Allergy Relief Packaging Cuts Plastic Use
Sustainable QSR Dessert Packaging
McDonald's Creates Eco-Friendly McFlurry Packaging
Recycled Plastic Candy Packaging
Cadbury Mini Eggs Came in Recycled Plastic Packaging This Easter
Aluminum OTC Packaging
Foster & Thrive's Products Come in Eco-Friendly Aluminum Bottles
Multi-Compartment Meal Trays
Amcor and Cofigeo Partner on a Sustainable Food Tray Product
Recyclable Reusable Coolers
DS Smith's GoChill Cooler Replaces Plastic and Styrofoam Coolers
Compostable Sauce Containers
Holy Carp! Packaging Offers an Alternative for Soy Sauce Dispensers
Aluminum Sparkling Wine Bottles
CECI 1938's First-of-Its-Kind Design Fits a Cork, Cage & Seal
Inflatable Vehicular Kitchen Units
The 'Stuff Bubble' Can Be Set Up and Stowed as Required
Efficiency-Driven Beverage Shipping Containers
Whale Pod Shipper Debuts Tray Pods
Recyclable Paper-Made Tray Packaging
The PaperSeal Pressed Packaging is Cost-Efficient
Home-Compostable Beauty Pipettes
Shellworks' Compostable Pipette Consists of Plastic-Free Material
Compact On-The-Go Freezable Bags
PackIt Launches the Freezable Market Tote and a Lunch Container
Recycled Packaging Tray Upgrades
Mondelēz Introduced Recycled Trays Across European Brands
Fermentation Countertop Vessels
KEEP Reimagines Preservation as a Stylish Countertop Ritual
Container-Built Restaurants
Petti Restaurant by Wallmakers Stacks Shipping Containers Vertically
Hourglass-Shaped Kitchen Containers
Vladimir Fer Designs the Grains of Time Storage Container
Compostable Cutlery Dispensers
The Touch-Free Pressed Fiber Cutlery Dispenser is Hygienic
QSR Color-Shift Cups
Mcdonald’s Launches Limited-Edition Color-Changing Cold Cups
Ruin-Adaptive Shipping Container Homes
Patrick Bradley Architects Forms the Barneys Ruins Project
Self-Sterilizing Bottle Warmers
Papablic's Portable Bottle Warmer Supports Hospital-Grade Hygiene
Reusable Cardboard Buckets
Royal Flora Holland Launches a Reusable Bucket for Logistics
Glowing Water Bottles
Wonders of Nature Inspired Nalgene's GloWyld Collection
Transparent Bean Bag Furniture
Shayan Ramesht Designs a Sustainable Bean Bag Structure
Compostable Takeout Containers
Good Start Packaging Launches a New Range of Takeout Containers
Wine-Storage Tables
The Placemat Hightop Table Stores Wine Bottles Beneath Removable Placemats
Modern Durable Trash Receptacles
Coated Outdoor Furniture Taunts Its 32-Gallon Trash Receptacle
Eco Cork Organizers
The Stackable Cork Boxes Offer Eco-Friendly and Tactile Storage
Eco-Designed Sampling Formats
Sampling Innovations Europe Unveiled Easy Dose
Black-Base Foodstorage Clamshells
Inline Plastics Introduced Safe-T-Chef 8x6 Black-Base Clamshell
Vacuum Storage Systems
DRO!D Food Vacuum System by B!POD Removes Oxygen to Extend Food Freshness
Modern Food Preservation Units
Matéo Robin Designs the Totem Food Preservation Unit
Eco-Friendly Kids Lunchware
Duck Duck Books and Duck Duck Eco Goods Unveil a Lunchware Collection
Styrofoam Furniture Capsules
TRASHY Turns Recycled Styrofoam into Elegant Concrete Tables
Canned Pasta Water Pranks
Eat Wasted Teased a Canned Pasta Water as a Way to Reduce Water Waste
Collapsible Plastic Shipping Solutions
Kite Packaging Plastic Pallet Boxes are Cost-Effective
Minimal Spray Bottle Concepts
NOS Design Creates the NUBE Concept of Spray Bottles
Convenience-Focused Salad Jars
Gardencup Has Debuted the Garden Harvest Salad for a Limited Time
Rigid Protective Food Containers
Klöckner Pentaplast Launches the New kp Infinity HP3
Shipping Container-Built Homes
Backcountry Containers Presents the Kennedy Model Home
Mud Clad Restaurants
Petti Restaurant by Wallmakers Uses Earth and Marine Waste Construction
Space-Saving Square Cups
Greiner Launches a Novel Square-Shaped Cup Format for Efficiency