To mitigate wastefulness in the surfing industry, Harry Peck designed the Wave Cycle furniture piece. Using upcycled surfboard material, the student designer transforms foam into durable furniture for his final project. While surfing is an exciting sport to take part in or watch from shorelines, it comes at an environmental cost. According to Keep Britain Tidy, an estimated 16,000 boards are abandoned on beaches.
To avoid wildlife endangerment and ocean pollution, the Wave Cycle is long-lasting. The piece is reminiscent of the environment it came from, boasting wavy curves and a blue colorway. Harry Peck created the Wave Cycle still by using metal molds to form its various parts. They are then tightly secured into place using screws.
Upcycled Surfboard Furniture
Harry Peck Designed the Wave Cycle Stool to Avoid Surfboard Waste
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Surfboards - The trend of upcycling surfboards into furniture and other functional items.
2. Sustainable Furniture - The trend of creating functional and durable furniture pieces from sustainable and eco-friendly materials.
3. Circular Economy Design - The trend of designing products for a circular economy by reducing environmental impact and waste while increasing value.
Industry Implications
1. Surfing - The surfing industry can adopt upcycling as a way to reduce the environmental impact of surfboards and promote sustainability.
2. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can explore the use of upcycled materials to create unique and eco-friendly furniture pieces with a focus on durability and sustainability.
3. Waste Management - The waste management industry can explore ways to upcycle foam materials from discarded surfboards to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability.