Woven Cars
Old MG Midget Gets Renovated With Some Sturdy Recycled Materials
This is a fine example of crafmanship and art by two creative artists Ann Conte and Jeanne Wiley, who gave a new look to an old MG Midget that was holding firewood in a backyard. Ann Conte and Jeanne Wiley renovated the MG Midget with a woven basket-like exterior. Almost 500 yards of overstock car seat belt material were used to create the woven exterior for the car. The interior car used partially recycled material Corian Terra which was donated by Dupont. The car is also decorated with handmade ceramic flowers, headlights and tail lights. The woven car will be on display at DuPont's booth GreenBuild 2010 in November, 2010.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Automotive Design - Utilizing recycled materials and innovative craftsmanship to transform old cars into eco-friendly vehicles.
2. Creative Upcycling - Reimagining and repurposing unused materials to create visually-stunning and functional automotive designs.
3. Collaborative Artistic Projects - Bringing together artists and designers to collaborate on unique and creative car renovation projects.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Opportunity for car manufacturers to explore sustainable design practices and incorporate recycled materials into their production processes.
2. Interior Design - Collaboration opportunities for interior designers to create unique and eco-friendly automotive interiors using recycled and donated materials.
3. Art and Design Exhibitions - Curating exhibitions and showcasing innovative automotive artwork to highlight the intersection of art, design, and sustainable practices.