Upcycling

Superuse Studios is a Rotterdam-based design firm that creates buildings, interiors, and products from waste materials. Their approach involves identifying local waste streams and finding ways to use them in new and creative ways. They have worked on a range of projects, from the design of a waste-to-energy plant to the creation of furniture made from discarded car parts. Superuse Studios aims to create a circular economy where waste becomes a valuable resource.

Elvis & Kresse is a sustainable fashion company that upcycles discarded materials, such as fire hoses and parachute silk, into stylish and durable accessories. They donate 50% of their profits to charities that support environmental causes, and they have been recognized as a leader in sustainable fashion by Vogue and the Guardian. Elvis & Kresse aims to create a circular economy where waste becomes a valuable resource and fashion is sustainable and ethical.

Smile Plastics is a materials design studio that upcycles waste materials into beautiful and durable panels for interiors and furniture. They use a range of materials, including discarded yogurt pots, chopping boards, and plant pots, to create unique and sustainable products. Smile Plastics aims to inspire a new way of thinking about waste by showing that it can be transformed into something beautiful and valuable.

Looptworks is a circular fashion company that upcycles pre-consumer waste into high-quality, sustainable clothing and accessories. They partner with major brands and manufacturers to collect their excess materials and transform them into stylish and unique products. Looptworks is dedicated to reducing waste and creating a more sustainable fashion industry.