# Melted Plastic Perches Recycled Bottle Chairs Create Fantasy From Ethical Manufacturing By Amelia Roblin | Published 2016-03-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-chair References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/glow-objects-made-reclaimed-plastic-bonded-resin/) & [kimmarkel](http://www.kimmarkel.com/chairs) The beauty in these [recycled bottle chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cresta) is twofold: it is in their environmentally responsible production, as well as in their utterly delightful aesthetic appearance. Designer Kim Markel has spent a great deal of time experimenting with different [repurposed materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trashy) that would melt down into marvelously whimsical forms and colors. A unique recipe of plastic bottles, cafeteria trays and eyeglasses all heats, mixes and molds into the endearing pieces of 'Glow' furniture that you see before you. In addition to the Glow Chairs, the designer makes [tables, vases and mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables), creating a complete collection that's lovely and soft on the eyes. What we can learn from this pretty pastel-hued line of objects is that there is great appeal and no guilt in manufacturing from recycled items. With the amount of waste that the world's society creates, more designers need to be sourcing their materials this way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Recycled Materials:** The use of repurposed materials in manufacturing can lead to environmentally responsible and visually appealing products. - **Whimsical Furniture:** Designers experimenting with unconventional materials can create unique and imaginative furniture pieces. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** More designers should consider sourcing materials from recycled items to reduce waste and promote ethical production. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can explore the use of recycled materials to create eco-friendly and visually captivating designs. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can promote the use of recycled materials in manufacturing to reduce environmental impact. - **Product Design:** Product designers can incorporate repurposed materials to create innovative and ethically produced creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textured Recycled Plastic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiber-chair-family.md) - [Upcycled Plastic Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafting-plastic.md) - [Chic Recycled Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vale-furniture-collection.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Sustainably Made Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixu-chair.md) - [Recycled Plastic Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bristol-plastic-factory.md) - [Ribboned Recycled Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffini.md) - [Recycled Mid-Century Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-shell-chairs.md) - [Recycled Plastic Decor Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastplan-design-studio.md)