The Environmentally Responsible Jose Collection by Mauricio Arruda
Marissa Liu — April 27, 2010 — Eco
References: mauricioarruda.wordpress & stilsucht.de
The Jose Collection, or in Portugese 'Linha Jose,' is a range of media storage and armoires from Brazilian designer Mauricio Arruda. The furniture is produced using eco-conscious materials and processes with a concentration on the environmental impact a product's life cycle has.
Composed of plastic boxes and crates, the Jose Collection finds a permanent home for items that are otherwise viewed as disposable and nomadic. The varying sizes and colours of the plastic crates used add life and vibrancy to the wood frame.
Composed of plastic boxes and crates, the Jose Collection finds a permanent home for items that are otherwise viewed as disposable and nomadic. The varying sizes and colours of the plastic crates used add life and vibrancy to the wood frame.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-conscious Design - Creating furniture using eco-conscious materials and processes to minimize environmental impact.
2. Upcycling - Converting disposable items into permanent and functional objects.
3. Vibrant Reuse - Adding life and color to furniture design through the use of contrasting plastic crates.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture & Interior Design - Opportunity for designers to explore eco-friendly materials and processes in creating sustainable furniture.
2. Waste Management & Recycling - Opportunity to explore innovative ways to upcycle and repurpose disposable items.
3. Sustainable Home Decor - Opportunity to offer consumers furniture that is not only functional but also vibrant and environmentally responsible.
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