# Sponge-Made Maps Jeffrey Allen Price Renders the World Using a Common Kitchen Product By Meghan Young | Published 2013-03-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-allen-price References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/03/04/Sponge-Maps/) & [jeffreyallenprice](http://jeffreyallenprice.com/) Jeffrey Allen Price, a multi-media and [interdisciplinary installation artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-scad) based in New York, has created a myriad of maps using a very unorthodox material: used sponges. Since he used a large collection of the common kitchen product, each piece ranges in color and texture, resulting in something quite akin to a [patchwork quilt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistedition-jigsaw-puzzles). Currently, Jeffrey Allen Price has created maps of the world as a whole, Manhattan, the United States and even one for Japan to raise money for the tsunami and earthquake relief effort. Jeffrey Allen Price was initially inspired to create a U.S.A. map out of used sponges, stating, "It was a kind of metaphor for American being used up and dirty. I wanted every sponge to be different." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycled Art:** Using unconventional materials to create art pieces, which is more environmentally friendly and can provide opportunities for innovative designs and functional art. - **Sustainable Maps:** Creating eco-friendly maps made of recyclable materials, such as sponges or other everyday items, which can appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and reduce waste. - **Social Support:** Using art as a tool to raise funds and awareness for social causes, which can bring attention to global issues and inspire positive change. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** Utilizing unconventional materials and sustainable practices can open opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly art pieces, creating a niche market for environmentally conscious consumers. - **Fundraising and Charitable Organizations:** Partnering with artists and art exhibitions can create new channels of fundraising opportunities and raise awareness for social causes. - **Tourism:** Incorporating sustainable art installations or using large-scale upcycled materials such as sponges can create unique and eye-catching destinations for tourists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Rounded Dish Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-sponge.md) - [Repurposed Waste Transit Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-miller.md) - [Indestructible Silver-Infused Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinity-sponge.md) - [Biodegradable Kitchen Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongik-eco-dishwasing-sponge-set.md) - [Actress-Approved Kitchen Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skura-style-x-eva-mendes.md) - [Cut-Resistant Kitchen Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-sponge.md) - [Playful Doodle-Emblazoned Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-cox.md) - [Map-Inspired Fleece Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xplorer-maps.md) - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md)