To me, packaging is the bane of my existence, but if more designers decided to join the Unpacking Project, that may change completely. No more will I have to huff and puff over unnecessary cardboard, Styrofoam and such. Instead, I can look forward to practical products made from the once-useless packaging.
Concieved by none other than Itay Ohaly, the Unpacking Project involves more than just the stool seen above. I suggest, however, that you take a look at the video above to see his creation in progress.
Styrofoam Stools
The Unpacking Project Uses Package Protection as a Medium
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Packaging - Exploring innovative ways to repurpose packaging materials like Styrofoam to create practical products.
2. Upcycling - Utilizing waste materials such as cardboard and Styrofoam to create new and useful products.
3. Design for Disassembly - Creating products that can be easily disassembled and repurposed, reducing waste and promoting circular economy.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to incorporate sustainable packaging materials into their designs.
2. Packaging - Disruptive innovation opportunity for packaging companies to explore alternative uses for packaging materials.
3. Sustainability - Potential for sustainability-focused industries to promote the repurposing of packaging materials as a part of a circular economy.