At this year's ICFF (International Contemporary Furniture Fair) the students of Maryland Institute College of Art came in full force with many eco-changing ideas for a better world.
The students of the the Environmental Design BFA program and the Graphic Design MFA put together a formidable display of positive ideas to reduce energy consumption and improve quality of life.
The ideas varied from technological items to simple do-it-yourself items. My personal favorite is a parking garage design that fills all suitable areas (roofs, siding and installed steps) with green areas of agriculture.
These ideas are full of positives that we, as a world looking towards the greener side of life, should seriously take into consideration.
College Enviropreneurship
Maryland Institute College of Art Goes Super-Green at ICFF
Trend Themes
1. Eco-design - Designing environmentally friendly products and solutions to reduce energy consumption and improve quality of life.
2. Green Architecture - Incorporating green spaces and agriculture into urban infrastructure, such as parking garages, to create sustainable and visually appealing environments.
3. Sustainable Innovation - Developing new technological and do-it-yourself solutions that contribute to a greener world and promote a more sustainable way of living.
Industry Implications
1. Eco-design Industry - Opportunity for companies to design and manufacture environmentally friendly products, embracing the demand for sustainable living.
2. Architecture and Urban Planning Industry - Potential for architects and urban planners to incorporate green spaces and agriculture into their designs, transforming infrastructure to be more sustainable and aesthetically pleasing.
3. Technology and DIY Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunities for technology companies and DIY enthusiasts to create and promote solutions that contribute to a greener world and sustainable lifestyle.