# Clever Cork Cases Sustainable Envelopes Reinforced With Recycled Billboard Liners By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-01-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-cork-cases References: [design-jungle.blogspot](http://design-jungle.blogspot.com/2009/11/cork-case.html) & [aplusrstore](http://www.aplusrstore.com/product.php?id=508) Los Angeles based Artecnica got together with TBWA ad company to repurpose [old billboard materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tronco): Artecnica’s Recycled Cork Cases are [sustainable cork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sole-jasper-chukka) envelopes lined with recycled billboard material for strength. The cork envelopes can be used as a wallet or clutch or as an actual envelope to store documents or mail correspondence. The clever Cork Cases are available in three sizes: the large envelope makes a statement and works well as a presentation folder. The medium envelope will hold a standard photographic print or carry a letter nicely. The small lend itself to tidying up a handbag or glove compartment because it can easily hold small receipts. Pricing ranges from $18-$36. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 51% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Packaging:** Opportunity to develop eco-friendly packaging solutions by repurposing materials. - **Upcycling:** Opportunity to create new products by repurposing and reusing existing materials. - **Functional Fashion:** Opportunity to merge fashion and functionality by designing versatile accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Packaging:** Opportunity for packaging companies to incorporate sustainable materials into their product offerings. - **Recycling:** Opportunity for recycling companies to find innovative ways to repurpose materials for new products. - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion accessory brands to create multi-functional and sustainable products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco Cork Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-box.md) - [Versatile Cork-Producing Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-as-a-material.md) - [Sustainable Cork Desk Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korka.md) - [Sustainable Wine Cork Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-cork-products.md) - [Sustainable Cork Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-for-the-trees.md) - [Cork-Made Occasional Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tk.md) - [Grainy Cork Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clover-collection-2.md) - [Upcycled Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastline-ecosmart.md) - [Sustainable Chrome Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-collection.md)