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Raw Recycled Strummers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Praxis Guitars Debuted During the Maker Faire 2011

— May 25, 2011 — Eco
There is something beautifully raw about these Praxis Guitars. It has to do with the fact that each instrument was made out of raw, recycled wood, giving these guitars a natural, organic aesthetic.

Put together by designer and creator Andrew Benson, these Praxis Guitars debuted during the Maker Faire 2011. Eco-friendly and modular, they come attached with parts that can be replaced easily. What that entails is something rather unique when it comes to guitars. The important bits can be removed and placed on something else, such as a book or another piece of wood, to create a whole new look and sound.

By turning discarded materials into musical instruments, these Praxis Guitars show that nothing is ever truly waste.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Instrument Design - More designers and creators will seek to make musical instruments out of recycled materials to cater to environmentally-conscious music lovers.
2. Modular Instrument Parts - Instrument designs featuring modular parts that can be replaced easily will become increasingly popular among musicians who want to customize their sound without investing in an entirely new instrument.
3. Upcycled Craftsmanship - As people look for ways to reuse and repurpose discarded materials, craftspeople will continue to innovate by turning waste into high-quality and uniquely designed goods such as the Praxis Guitars.
Industry Implications
1. Musical Instruments - The musical instrument industry can cater to a growing audience of eco-conscious consumers by creating instruments made from recycled materials and featuring modular parts for customization.
2. Sustainable Consumer Goods - Sustainable consumer goods manufacturers can take inspiration from the Praxis Guitars to create other upcycled products that fit within the circular economy model.
3. Arts and Crafts - Artists and crafters can adopt the Praxis Guitars' approach to upcycling raw materials to create sustainable and unique products across various categories.
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