# Salvaged Scrap Closets The Eco-Friendly Armadiature by Robi Renzi By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-04-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armadiature-by-robi-renzi References: [thedesignvote](http://www.thedesignvote.com/2010/04/cabinets-made-from-salvaged-scraps-armadiature-by-robi-renzi/) Repurposing materials is nothing new but we are currently seeing more and more designers using this method to create intriguing new pieces. Armadiature by Robi Renzi is a line of armoires made from [salvaged wooden scraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-sauna). Renzi assembles the [recycled wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/j395-chair-series) like a jigsaw puzzle into [unique and creative cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayashi-cabinet). A mixture of textures and styles creates an interesting collage. There are identifiable pieces like doors, old vanities and ornate table legs alongside decorative scraps that don't have immediately clear origins. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Repurposed Furniture:** The trend of repurposing materials to create innovative and unique furniture designs. - **Sustainable Design:** The trend of utilizing salvaged and recycled materials to reduce waste and environmental impact in design. - **Mixed Media Collages:** The trend of combining diverse textures and styles to create visually striking and one-of-a-kind pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Opportunity for furniture designers to create innovative and eco-friendly pieces using repurposed materials. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor manufacturers to offer sustainable and eco-conscious furniture options. - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore mixed media techniques and create unique collages using salvaged materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waste-Based Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-furniture1.md) - [Leftover Wood-Constructed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-lervik-1.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Sustainable Creative Craft Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series.md) - [Sustainable Recycled Paper Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-screws-no-glue.md) - [Upcycled Veneer Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-george-collection.md) - [Recycled Shoe-Made Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix-maison.md) - [Salvaged Timber Furniture Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formwork-collection.md) - [Adaptive Furniture Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usm-haller-reframed.md)