This project showcases the transformative power of repurposed waste materials by demonstrating how waste can be purposefully reused, giving birth to a circular economy and zero waste practices. This initiative was supported through the School of Design and the Built Environment Small Grants program.
Sustainability Statement: Why the Designer in Residence Program?
According to the recent Global Circularity Gap Report, our global circularity rate stands at a mere 7.2%. Shockingly, more than 92% of extracted global resources end up in landfills. This linear “take-makedispose” system has a devastating impact on our
environment.
Plastic pollution poses a significant threat to our marine ecosystems, endangering countless marine lives. Raising awareness about plastic waste is vital as it paves the way for discovering new purposes for discarded materials.
Introducing the Designer in Residence (DiR) mission, to redefine waste, breathe new life into discarded materials, and unlock fresh perspectives. Join us at the “The Face of Waste” exhibition, where we showcase the transformative power of repurposed waste materials. Witness how waste can be purposefully reused, giving birth to a circular economy and zero waste practices.
