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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Fashion & style

Everlane's Everpuff Is The Jacket That Never Dies - Yanko Design

The EverPuff is a 97% recycled, PFAS-free, bluesign-certified puffer with recycled down, water-resistant shell, lifetime warranty, repair program, and circular design for longevity.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
5 months ago
Fashion & style

LAYER recycles parachutes into RBURN's cape and jacket that can be worn in any weather

LAYER's SHIELD combines recycled materials into a versatile garment for varying climates, emphasizing sustainability and innovative design.
fromBikerumor
2 weeks ago

Outdoor Research Freewheel Half-Zip Hoodie Review: A Versatile Layer For Cool, Mostly Dry Conditions

This hooded pullover has a bike-specific cut, is made from a durable double-weave mid-weight polyester blend, and is claimed to be both wind-and water-resistant. It also claims to be breathable and quick-drying, with movement-mirroring stretch. I've had the Freewheel Half-Zip Hoodie since the spring and have recently had the chance to test it on shoulder-season rides featuring a wide range of weather conditions.
Bicycling
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Arts
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

photographer suzanne jongmans recreates renaissance portraits using packaging materials

Artist Suzanne Jongmans recreates classical-style portraits using recycled packaging materials, transforming disposable waste into layered, hand-sewn sculptural costumes that evoke historic painting traditions.
Cars
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

dacia hipster concept car aims to reduce carbon footprint of current electric vehicles by half

Dacia's Hipster Concept halves EV carbon footprint via 20% weight reduction, compact modular design, recycled materials, fewer painted parts, and simplified production.
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

A dazzling light show of 500+ recycled car taillights is coming to Governors Island this weekend

Firebird, described as a 'hypnotic, genre-defying visual arts performance' uses 500 recycled car taillights to create an orchestra of light. The open-air light experience will blend with music inspired by Stravinsky's Firebird Suite. The project by Amsterdam-based artist collective Touki Delphine is making its New York City debut on October 3-4 at the Governors Island Parade Ground. Tickets are on sale now for $20 (plus ferry transit, which you've got to coordinate on your own).
Arts
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
4 weeks ago

Could this Scottish brick win a 1m global prize?

Kenoteq's K-BRIQ turns nearly 100% recycled construction waste into bricks that match clay bricks' performance while cutting carbon emissions by about 95%.
fromApartment Therapy
1 month ago

Say Goodbye to Boring Hampers, This Cute Laundry Bin Is Making a Statement

Juan from Home With Juan on Instagram recently showed off his latest find in a video posted to his feed. It's a bright orange, circle-shaped hamper that splits in half for easy access to clothing on laundry day. It looks more like a sculpture than a hamper, and is also a great size for smaller spaces. "So sick and fits in that little corner PERFECTLY," Juan wrote in his caption.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple's using more recycled materials in its iPhones and watches

Apple's new iPhone Air contains more recycled titanium than any of its predecessors, the company announced at the Tuesday Keynote. It's using 80 percent recycled titanium. The phone as a whole is made with 35 percent recycled material by weight, compared to 30 percent recycled material for the iPhone 17. The company's latest lineup of watches also boast higher proportions of recycled content.
Apple
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Brooklyn kids put creativity in the driver's seat at 18th annual South Slope Soap Box Derby * Brooklyn Paper

Dragons, pizza rats and spaghetti-powered machines hurtled down 17th Street on Saturday as the South Slope Soap Box Derby returned for its 18th year, drawing families to Brooklyn's most imaginative race. Nearly 90 homemade soap box cars built from recycled materials hurtled down the slope to cheers from hundreds of friends, family and fans. The annual derby, a culmination of KoKo NYC's summer programming, has become a South Slope tradition, celebrating creativity, innovation - and just the right amount of chaos.
Brooklyn
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago

Eco-friendly solar lantern illuminates any space aesthetically - Yanko Design

The Sonnenglas Light Carafe beautifully combines sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal, making it a favorite among eco-conscious consumers and design enthusiasts.
Design
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Unexpectedly flattering': the 28 best women's bikinis and swimsuits for summer

"Finding a swimsuit you like and feel comfortable in is an instant confidence boost and will make the precious time you spend in it more fun."
Fashion & style
Web frameworks
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Indonesia's stunning microlibraries draw young readers in pictures

The Microlibrary Project in Indonesia builds sustainable libraries providing literacy access and innovative architecture using recycled materials.
Design
fromDesign Milk
4 months ago

The In-Side Collection Offers a Pop of Color All Year Round

The In-Side Collection by Thomas Heatherwick innovatively uses recycled materials to create outdoor furniture that merges imaginative design with sustainability.
Fashion & style
fromItsnicethat
5 months ago

Louie Edison's fabric collages tell stories of a time gone by

Louie Edison's collages tell stories of the past through recycled materials, evoking a sense of connection with history and beauty.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
6 months ago

13 eco-friendly and stylish ideas to help you find ways to re-use brick in a garden

Reusing bricks in your garden adds sustainability, reduces costs, and preserves historical elements of your home.
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