The Tecnológico de Monterrey’s university students showcase a special design program dubbed Plant-Based which conceptualizes objects in a functional angle. The students explore human's domestic connection with vegetables and so 28 individuals that stem across different campuses work together to create the design objects.
All of these are meant to be easily integrated into day-to-day lives. Each one highlights a plant's basic need to thrive, which includes the elements of water, sunlight, and soil. These ideas are merged together with form and function into a visually pleasing accessory that those would actually enjoy having in their space. The students worked with a primary color palette of red, yellow, green, white, and blue and used steel sheets because of their durability.
Image Credit: Kenia Diaz Sosa
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Plant-inspired Functional Design
- Merging aesthetic appeal with the fundamental requirements of plant growth to create functional daily use objects.
- Collaborative University Projects
- Students across multiple campuses collaborate to introduce innovative design solutions that blend functionality and nature.
- Durable Materials in Design
- Utilizing durable materials such as steel sheets in everyday objects to ensure longevity and practicality.
Sectors Adopting This
- Home Decor
- Integrating functional and aesthetically pleasing nature-inspired designs into home decor products.
- Education
- Encouraging cross-campus collaborations in design programs to foster innovative thinking and practical solutions.
- Sustainable Products
- Using environmentally friendly and durable materials to create long-lasting, sustainable household items.
