# Eco-Friendly Office Furniture Plastic Whale Makes Furniture Out of the Waste Collected from Canals By Ell Smith | Published 2018-03-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-whale References: [plasticwhale](https://plasticwhale.com/) While efforts to remove waste from the ocean continue to dominate the eco-friendly design world, one company, called Plastic Whale is seeking ways in which that waste can be re-purposed after its been removed from bodies of water. Described as the “first professional plastic-fishing company in the world,” Plastic Whale creates [circular office furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haworth-breck-office-chair) out of the waste that's removed from Amsterdam's canals. The brand's current [eco-friendly furniture line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosana-sousa) consists of table, [chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair), a lamp and more, all of which feature a unique aesthetic that's sure to appeal to lovers of whimsical design and environmentally friendly products. To pay homage to its roots, each product's design takes on a shape that's inspired by the water - like Whales, or a starfish. Image Credit: Lama Concept ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Circular Economy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new methods and technologies for repurposing waste materials into functional and attractive products. - **Whimsical Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine sustainability and creativity to create unique and charming products that appeal to consumers looking for a touch of whimsy. - **Plastic Fishing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore and expand the concept of removing waste from water bodies and transforming it into valuable resources like furniture. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable practices and materials into the furniture manufacturing process to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly office furniture. - **Sustainability:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative solutions and technologies to address the environmental challenges posed by waste and create a more sustainable future. - **Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine environmental consciousness with imaginative design principles to create products that not only look good but also have a positive impact on the planet. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Sleek Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenny-nordberg-1.md) - [Recycled Plastic Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bristol-plastic-factory.md) - [Eco-Friendly Styrofoam Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we.md) - [Recycled Plastic Decor Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastplan-design-studio.md) - [Recycled Yogurt Pot-Constructed Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-series-ii.md) - [Sustainable Plastic Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mare-chair.md) - [Stylish Furniture Rental Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valiant.md) - [Recycled Plastic Furniture Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nassau-collection.md) - [Recycled European Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-mediterranean-chair.md)