Holiday decorations help to brighten up the festive season but also contribute to a sizable amount of waste each year, which is something the conceptual 'Winter With' Christmas decor collection aims to combat against.
Designed by Jinwook Lee, the various festive decor pieces are all characterized by their functional design that can be used throughout the season to incorporate a seasonal touch into our living spaces. After years of use or when they are no longer desired by the owner, the decor pieces can be disposed of mindfully thanks to their biodegradable design to ensure they won't contribute to plastic pollution or waste.
The inspiration behind the conceptual 'Winter With' Christmas decor collection was explained by Lee who said, "There have been numerous incidents in 2021, but I think one of the most serious problems is the environmental problem…the plastic, which is thrown away too easily compared to huge plastic consumption, is causing animals to suffer and the environment to be destroyed at a faster rate than ever.”
Image Credit: Jinwook Lee
What's Driving This Trend
- Biodegradable Decor Trend
- The trend towards using biodegradable materials in all sorts of decorative items presents opportunities for sustainable innovators in consumer products, such as home decorations, automotive parts, or even clothing.
- Functional Seasonal Decor Trend
- As more consumers prioritize practicality and multifunctionality, the trend towards seasonal decor that can be used beyond the holidays as functional pieces presents opportunities for innovators in the home goods, furniture, and even tech industries.
- Eco-friendly Design Trend
- As consumers become increasingly environmentally conscious, the trend towards eco-friendly designs will continue to grow, presenting opportunities for innovators in all sorts of industries to create more sustainable products and packaging, such as food and beverage, personal care, and fashion.
Who This Affects Most
- Home Goods Industry
- As more consumers seek sustainable versions of their favorite products, the home goods industry has opportunities to create eco-friendly versions of various home products, such as textiles, furniture, and decor.
- Sustainable Packaging Industry
- With more consumers prioritizing environmentally-friendly packaging, the sustainable packaging industry has opportunities to create innovative packaging materials that will be biodegradable or recyclable, such as food packaging and shipping boxes.
- Automotive Industry
- As vehicle manufacturers look to become more eco-friendly, the automotive industry presents opportunities for innovators to create biodegradable or compostable vehicle components, such as interior and exterior trim pieces.
