In order to reverse the excessive consumerism that occurs over the holiday season, architect Fernando Menis is attempting to promote products which are made entirely from recycled materials from the coastal town of La Oliva.
After collecting the excess waste such as colorful buckets and abandoned surfboards that were left during the summer months, the architect designed a series of colorful lights, that serve as beautiful Christmas decorations. The Christmas lights are intended to decorate the area while maintaining the town's coastal vibes by incorporating whimsical themes of the sea.
The lights are planned to decorate La Oliva this holiday season, encouraging the idea of upcycled gift giving, while promoting a community initiative, as participation from the locals is required to collect the discarded waste.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Upcycling for Holiday Decorations
- The trend of repurposing waste materials and transforming them into beautiful and functional holiday decorations is on the rise.
- Community-driven Sustainable Initiatives
- The trend of communities coming together to promote sustainable upcycling practices for holiday decor is creating opportunities for businesses to partner with these initiatives.
- Coastal Themed Holiday Decorations
- The trend for holiday decorations to incorporate coastal themes and utilize marine waste is offering opportunities for artists and designers to create unique and sustainable products.
Sectors Adopting This
- Sustainable Home Decor
- The sustainable home decor industry can incorporate upcycling practices and utilize waste materials to create unique and eco-friendly products.
- Community Engagement and Outreach
- Businesses that promote community engagement and outreach programs focused on sustainable and eco-friendly upcycling practices can thrive in this industry.
- Coastal Tourism and Retail
- Businesses in the coastal tourism and retail industries can take advantage of the trend for coastal themed upcycling and sustainable products to attract eco-conscious customers.
