# Stunning Sustainable Surfaces 100% Recycled Bio-Glass Made From Consumer Materials By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-recycled-bio-glass References: [coveringsetc](http://www.coveringsetc.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=21) When I think of [sustainable products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoworks-reishi), I think of clothes, [bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anew), tableware, etcetera, I don't necessarily think about the surfaces upon which these things can rest. With 100% recycled Bio-Glass, it is something definitely worth thinking about though. Made completely from [recycled consumer materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cresta), the 100% recycled Bio-Glass is not only eco-friendly, it is also gorgeous to behold. There's no need to sacrifice looks for practicality here! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Surfaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new materials and manufacturing processes that use recycled consumer materials to create eco-friendly and visually appealing surfaces. - **Bio-glass:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the potential of using bio-glass as a sustainable alternative to traditional glass, opening up new possibilities for eco-friendly design and construction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating sustainable surfaces, such as 100% recycled Bio-Glass, into interior design projects to create visually stunning and environmentally friendly spaces. - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Using bio-glass in architectural projects as a sustainable building material that contributes to energy efficiency and reduces environmental impact. - **Product Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating recycled consumer materials, like bio-glass, into the manufacturing process of products to create sustainable and aesthetically pleasing options for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Upcycled Glass Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmm-design.md) - [Recycled Resin Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/know-new-plastic.md) - [Recycled Yogurt Pot-Constructed Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-series-ii.md) - [Sustainable Side Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables.md) - [Chic Sustainable Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-side-table.md) - [Unique Upcycled Serving Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-wine-bottle-appetizer-tray.md) - [Minimalist Gradient Glass Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-desk.md) - [Topographical Recycled Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-coffee-tables.md) - [Sustainable Bathroom Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-bathroom-design.md)