The BSI mini surfboard from home design retailer CB2 is a graphic and eco-friendly surf board that is handcrafted out of recyclable EPS foam and USDA-certified bio epoxy. The sustainable surfboard was created in collaboration with Todd Patterson and Ryan Harris, the founders of LA-based E-Tech Boards and Glassing.
After creating the eco-conscious board, the duo adorned the piece with a bold and graphic design by Chicago-based artist Brett Whitacre. The design is applied with a reverse glass-painting technique and reflects the colours of the sea. An abstracted graphic of arrows is meant to evoke "the freedom of the sport" while recycled materials promote the evolution of eco art.
CB2's Sur Collection features over 30 surf-inspired designs that range from art works to furnishings. The collection is on sale now and will be in stores all summer.
What's Driving This Trend
- Eco-friendly Surfboards
- Opportunity for innovative designs and materials in surfboard manufacturing that prioritize sustainability.
- Eco Art
- Growing demand for eco-friendly art pieces that incorporate recycled materials and promote environmental awareness.
- Surf-inspired Home Decor
- Rising trend in incorporating surf culture and aesthetics into home furnishings and decor.
Who This Affects Most
- Sports Equipment Manufacturing
- Disruptive opportunity to create eco-friendly surfboards using recyclable materials that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
- Art and Design
- Emerging market for eco art pieces that utilize sustainable materials and promote environmental consciousness.
- Home Furnishings and Decor
- Opportunity to cater to the surf-inspired home decor trend by offering a wide range of surf-themed designs and products.
