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Colourfully Sustainable Retail Stores

Ace & Tate Boasts a Plastic-Made Terrazzo Aesthetic

— March 16, 2020 — Eco
Like many retailers, Ace & Tate is infusing ecological sensitivity in the interiors of its retail locations and the latest example of the company's dedication to environmental awareness is its Antwerp location.

The eyewear company, which is based in Amsterdam, utilizes a terrazzo aesthetic to capture the attention of consumers. The colorful chips, which instill a chaotic and cheerful ambiance, are made out of recycled plastic that has been sourced locally by a Dutch startup--Plasticiet.

This is just the tip of the iceberg for Ace & Tate when it comes to ecological action. The eyewear company has pledged to go fully carbon neutral by the year 2030. Their product, on the other hand, is expected to be made out of 100% recyclable acetate by the end of this year.


Image Credit: Lennart Wiedemuth
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Retail Aesthetics - New and innovative ways of incorporating eco-friendly design into brick and mortar store interiors create a unique opportunity for sustainable retail aesthetics.
2. Local Sourcing for Upcycling - The use of locally-sourced and upcycled materials like Plasticiet generate opportunities for businesses to innovate new sourcing strategies.
3. Carbon-neutral Pledges - Increased corporate social responsibility, due to carbon-neutrality pledges by companies like Ace & Tate, creates opportunities for innovation in sustainable operations.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Retail companies can innovate sustainable store designs and upcycling opportunities while meeting their CSR goals.
2. Materials and Manufacturing - Startups that provide upcycled materials, like Plasticiet, have opportunities to grow in the sustainable materials industry.
3. Eyewear - Eyewear companies can innovate eco-friendly products and implement sustainable operations strategies to align with consumer values.
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