# Upcycled Food Containers These Clever Containers Provide an Eco-Friendly Food Storage Solution By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-storage-solution References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/food-storage-transportation-containers-made-recycled-materials/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/sebastianotonelli) Sebastiano Tonelli has developed a new collection of [recycled containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetra-pak-and-keter) that provide an [eco-friendly food storage solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saveit). With a functional design and a stylish exterior, these clever containers are perfect for keeping food fresh. The containers are part of the '25% Collection,' which means they are made from at least 25 percent [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-box). The scrap materials are used to create a series of polyurethane and aluminum sandwich panels on the exterior of the containers. These panels have thermal and insulating properties, which makes them an ideal food storage solution. The overall design of the containers is reminiscent of traditional Italian baskets. The containers are finished with a wood veneer and a touch of aqua-colored paint, which gives them a clean, yet modern look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** Opportunity for businesses to create innovative, upcycled food containers that are environmentally sustainable. - **Recycled Materials:** Businesses can explore using at least 25 percent recycled materials in their packaging to reduce waste and promote sustainability. - **Thermal and Insulating Properties:** Innovative food storage solutions can leverage thermal and insulating properties to keep food fresh for longer periods. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Packaging:** Food packaging companies can create eco-friendly containers using recycled materials and functional designs. - **Sustainable Products:** Opportunity for businesses to cater to environmentally conscious consumers by offering sustainable and stylish food storage solutions. - **Home and Kitchen Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of upcycled food containers by offering a variety of stylish and eco-friendly storage options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Magnetic Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliik-food-storage-system.md) - [Multifunctional Glass Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-food-container.md) - [Reusable Malleable Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-seal-tray.md) - [Sustainable Food Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/placon-crystal-seal-delectables.md) - [Non-Toxic Glass Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-airtight-container-set.md) - [Eco-Friendly Organized Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tronco.md) - [Multi-Functional Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-food-container.md) - [Malleable Construction Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delione-flexn-fresh-container.md) - [Upcycled Vegetable Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetable-packaging1.md)