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www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Design

DIY tips: low-cost ways to give your home an upgrade

Updating kitchen units with paint can transform the space inexpensively, using tips from expert Georgina Burnett. [ more ]
Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
4 weeks ago
Music

Celebrating A Heroine: Dark Academia Interior Design For A Tortured Poet

Taylor Swift's album The Tortured Poets Department has a dark academia aesthetic reflected in its colors and themes, offering fans a unique listening experience. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Design

The experts: interior designers on 20 brilliant, bargain ways to improve your home

Source items for free or cheaply from charity shops and local community.
Create cozy spaces with DIY projects like window nooks and repurposed furniture.
Achieve a sense of history in new-build homes with vintage elements and creative designs. [ more ]
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#circular-economy
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago
Design

How Does Upcycling Innovate Materials? - Yanko Design

Upcycling preserves original quality and characteristics of materials, providing limitless opportunities to repurpose items without degradation. [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago
Design

MIT graduate utilizes waste to build a foldable and adaptable home prototype

Reevaluating waste management systems is imperative for sustainable architecture.
Yiqing WANG's systematic approach repurposes institutional waste effectively. [ more ]
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#sustainability
Creative Bloq
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

These stunning artworks were made with old phone cases

CASETiFY focuses on sustainability through upcycling phone cases into innovative products and art installations. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Digital life

Smartphone upcycling concept helps give your old companion a new lease on life - Yanko Design

Mobile devices are prevalent but harmful to the environment when improperly disposed of. Upcycling old smartphones offers a sustainable solution. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Fashion & style

Old cloth, new clothes: six designers creating beautiful upcycled garments

Upcycling old clothing is a complex process that requires time, creativity, and skill.
Designers are tackling fashion's waste problem by creating beautiful garments from unwanted clothes. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 months ago
Web design

Ikea repurposes old uniforms into new lifestyle collection - Yanko Design

Ikea is launching a new collection, VÄXELBRUK, made from recycled coworker uniforms.
The collection includes 16 textile-based items, such as pillows and curtains, made from 300 tonnes of discarded uniforms and other recycled materials. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 months ago
Design

Your Next Package Might Be Cushioned by Upcycled Grain Husk Instead of Plastic Styrofoam - Yanko Design

Plastic still plays a large role in packaging despite efforts to remove it.
German company Proservation is developing an alternative to replace styrofoam in packaging using grain husks. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 months ago
Design

Upcycled skateboard factory rejects transform into warm wall lighting - Yanko Design

Recycling can have negative impacts due to energy and water usage, as well as loss in the transformation process.
Upcycling offers a more efficient and creative way to transform discarded materials into something new. [ more ]
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#sustainable-fashion
Independent
1 month ago
JavaScript

Living lightly: 'The charity shop is becoming almost like a dump for a lot of people'

Focus on new ways to give life to clothes: hand-me-downs, swap shops, and upcycling instead of charity shops. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Web design

Bibi Bazz collection uses upcycled trainers for eco-friendly, fashionable bags - Yanko Design

Bibi Bazz focuses on upcycling trainers into handcrafted bags in their sustainable Genesis Collection.
The bags in the collection are limited edition, with unique colors, textures, and denim shoulder straps for an eco-friendly chic look. [ more ]
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Polygon
1 month ago
Design

Grid, which turns your favorite handheld into art, is offering deep Earth Day discounts

Vintage gadgets transformed into art by Grid, with sitewide sale for Earth Day. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Design

Top 10 Sustainable Stools To Incorporate Eco-Friendly Furniture Designs In Your Home - Yanko Design

Stools are underrated for their space-saving and portable qualities
Stool designs can be sustainable and aesthetically pleasing. [ more ]
Londonist
3 months ago
London

Get Your Broken Stuff Fixed At These Workshops Across London This March

Repair Week in London from 11-17 March 2024 involves over 70 partners hosting workshops to breathe new life into items, save money, and be environmentally friendly.
Events include sewing, furniture upcycling, computer maintenance, and bike repair workshops, with the goal of learning repair skills for the future. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
5 months ago
Web design

Pinterest's design trend predictions have got me excited for 2024

Pinterest predicts eclectic design trends for 2024 based on user searches
Upcycling, kitsch decor, metallics, and 'dirt flirts' are among the projected trends [ more ]
Design Milk
6 months ago
Design

The AL13 Chair + Hold On Wall Hook Rethink Reuse

DANTE - Goods And Bads focuses on creating products that make a connection and evoke unexpected emotions.
The AL13 armchair is made from laser-cut and bent aluminum sheets and features flexible armrests that double as small side tables.
The Hold On wall hook by Haus Otto is made from upcycled materials and offers horizontal storage for daily items. [ more ]
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