In an effort to make a positive impact on the world, Reform Studio's designers Mariam Hazem and Hen Riad created a material out of upcycled plastic bags.
The material, called Plastex, is an eco-friendly textile that is made by turning plastic bags into threads that are then manually woven. The material is said to be highly durable and resistant to sand and dust. Reform studio has six locations in which it sells its upcycled plastic bag furniture -- which itself is beautiful, colorful and functional. In addition to reducing waste in the world, 70% of the studio's employees in its upcycling workshop are women and its also employs untrained workers.
Doing something good for people and the environment by way of art and function makes Reform Studio a standout in the design world.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Upcycling
- Opportunity for innovative ways to transform waste materials into valuable products.
- Eco-friendly Textiles
- Potential for creating sustainable fabrics and materials using environmentally friendly processes.
- Socially Responsible Design
- Creating products that benefit society by empowering marginalized communities and promoting equal opportunities.
Where This Applies
- Furniture
- Exploring innovative techniques and materials in furniture manufacturing to create unique, environmentally friendly products.
- Textile
- Opportunity to develop eco-friendly fabrics and textiles using upcycled or sustainable materials.
- Design
- Incorporating social responsibility and sustainability into design practices to create products that have a positive impact on people and the environment.
