Eco Factor: Panels made up of recycled tubes and natural woolen felt.
Creating sustainable habitats for tomorrow is becoming a more and more popular trend as people are getting aware of environmental hazards popping up due to even smallest of human activity. Recycling existing materials can contribute a lot to the environment. Recycled objects aren’t so ugly, especially, in the case of these panels made up of natural woolen felt, which is renewable. These panels are the result of research and experimentation with recycled cardboard tubes, natural starch, and natural material for maximized utilization of thermal and acoustic qualities.
The flexible panels look optimistic in style with ensured durability. Natural felt weaves the tubes together, which are then starched and dried. The spaces between the design let natural light travel into space inside. A model with just two such panels, a larger structure within and smaller support tubes, was exhibited at the Zero Pétrole House, at the Ecoles du Design exhibition, VIA Gallery in Paris.
The Dark Side: Recycled cardboard tubes and natural material surely ensures eco-friendly behavior. However, while competing with high-end furniture, these designs may lose somewhere in style and durability.
Via: HazelSaunderson
