Pearson Lloyd collaborated with design and 3D-manufacturing studio Batch.Works to create a colorful, shapely range of bFRIENDS 3D-printed desk accessories made from recycled bioplastic waste. The collection includes everything from pen pots and trays to mobile phone stands.
Created for office brand Bene, these desk accessories make the most of discarded food packaging. The unique look of the collection can be attributed to the printing method chosen for the project. As Lloyd says, "we chose to develop a formal language where the print head never needs to lift off and relocate during the print." All of the products are united by a common design language that consists of a single line so that all of the functional elements are contained within the perimeter.
What's Driving This Trend
- 3d-printed Sustainable Accessories
- Companies can explore using recycled bioplastic waste to create functional and eco-friendly accessories for desks or other spaces.
- Single Line Design Language
- Using a single line design language for functional products can provide a unique and cohesive aesthetic for a brand or collection.
- Zero-waste Manufacturing
- Innovative manufacturing techniques, such as 3D-printing, can be utilized to create products using waste materials in a more sustainable and efficient manner.
Who This Affects Most
- Office Supplies and Accessories
- Brands specializing in office equipment and supplies can utilize sustainable materials and innovative design techniques to create unique and eco-friendly products for customers.
- Eco-friendly Manufacturing
- Manufacturing companies can explore using recycled materials and innovative technologies to create products with zero-waste, reducing their environmental impact.
- Home Decor
- Brands creating home decor items can consider using sustainable materials and cohesive design language to create eco-friendly and visually appealing products for customers.
