Good design does not always have to equate high price tags. Nor does it have to use new and expensive materials. We will once again learn to re-use and repair. Design can also change the pathway of spending by introducing "recession-friendly" alternatives. A lot of interesting designs appear when we change our attitude.
Have a look at the ‘More’ cardboard elements by Giorgio Caporaso that are going to be launched at the Milan Design Week this April. Don’t they exemplify usefulness, elegance and recession-friendly design?
Cardboard Home Decor
Recession-Friendly Interior Design From Giorgio Caporaso
Trend Themes
1. Recession-friendly Design - There is an opportunity for designers to create more products that are affordable, yet still stylish and functional.
2. Upcycling - There is a growing trend towards using recycled and repurposed materials in home decor and design.
3. Sustainable Materials - There is a need for more sustainable and eco-friendly materials to be used in home decor and design.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The interior design industry can benefit from introducing more affordable and sustainable options for customers.
2. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers can explore the use of recycled and eco-friendly materials for their products.
3. Packaging - There is an opportunity for companies in the packaging industry to develop more environmentally-friendly and reusable cardboard products for home decor and design.