This upcycled beach furniture has been designed by Rotterdam, Netherlands-based design studio The New Raw as a range of pieces that are crafted using an unexpected material. The collection of pieces is referred to as 'The Element' and consists a total of three components including a fitting room, a sun bed and a footpath. Each of the pieces are constructed using a 3D printing manufacturing method along with 100% recycled plastic sourced from the ocean to further highlight their upcycled aesthetic.
The upcycled beach furniture pieces are each paired with a series of 3D textures that give them an aesthetically pleasing appearance that also enables air ventilation, water drainage, cooling and more. This ensures the fluid furniture pieces will be perfectly at home when positioned on the beaches of Greece, where they were commissioned by Coca-Cola.
3D-Printed Marine Plastic Furniture
This Upcycled Beach Furniture Gives New Life to Refuse
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Ocean Plastic - The use of 3D printing technology to repurpose ocean plastic could lead to further innovations in sustainable design.
2. 3D Printed Outdoor Furniture - The creation of 3D printed outdoor furniture using recycled materials presents an opportunity for designers to explore new and unique design profiles.
3. Sustainable Beach Design - Designers could develop a range of eco-friendly products for beach and outdoor spaces, opening up a new market for sustainable design.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The furniture manufacturing industry could explore using 3D printing technology to create environmentally conscious products.
2. Ocean Plastic Recycling - The development of 3D printing technology specifically for ocean plastic recycling could be a disruptive innovation in the waste management industry.
3. Outdoor Recreation - The outdoor recreational industry could collaborate with sustainable design companies to create environmentally friendly products for camping, hiking, and beach activities.