#sustainable-materials

#sustainable-materials

From cutting-edge electric bikes to sustainable fashion made from pineapple leaves, Taiwan's most exciting innovations are coming to London. The Taiwan Select Pop-up Showcase will transform Westfield White City from 22-26 October 2025, celebrating world-leading design, technology and sustainability across lifestyle, wellness and smart living. The Taiwan Excellence mark is awarded by the Taiwanese government to products that demonstrate outstanding innovation, design, and quality.

In the world of product design, the right material can turn a vision into reality, and bamboo is emerging as a favorite. Bamboo is a natural material that offers elegance, durability, and a touch of nature in every creation. This remarkable grass is more than a passing trend as it showcases how natural resources can be transformed into products that are elegant and practical. Its versatility allows designers to craft items that are visually striking while maintaining a thoughtful connection to the environment.

This bomber jacket has some history to it. Originally designed over 25 years ago, this iteration of the jacket fuses modern functionality with classic bomber detailing, like a double placket, pen pocket, and ribbed waist. The archive-inspired satin gives it a glossy finish, but it's still subtle enough that it will go with pretty much just about anything. Wear it with some black jeans, combat or Chelsea boots, and you've got a bad-ass fit.

In April 2024, the Diriyah Biennale Foundation announced the AlMusalla Prize, an international architecture competition focused on designing a a flexible space for prayer and reflection accessible to people of all faiths. The winning project, designed by EAST Architecture Studio in collaboration with artist Rayyane Tabet and engineering firm AKT II, is a modular structure built with materials derived from local date palm waste, including fronds and fibers, and inspired by regional weaving traditions.

As the backcountry community continues to demand gear that balances performance, protection, and adaptability, Outdoor Research has responded with one of its most advanced seasonal drops yet: the Cloudchaser Limited Edition Kit. Designed exclusively for Fall/Winter 25/26, this pairing of the Cloudchaser 3L Jacket and Bib delivers lightweight, storm-ready resilience with the mobility and breathability required for serious touring. More than just apparel, the Cloudchaser represents a new standard in technical outerwear for skiers, snowboarders, and backcountry explorers alike.

small indulgences that don't have to cost a fortune, but really enhance your day-to-day life.

Each piece is crafted using DFM technology, a form of additive 3D printing that eliminates molds - and therefore waste - entirely. Printed directly from digital files, the mesh structures use less material while remaining strong and lightweight. The filament itself is a durable PLA/biopolymer blend that's 100% bio-based and renewable, reinforcing the studio's commitment to sustainability. Because the collection relies on a single material, each pendant is also fully recyclable at the end of its life.

The ARLT Paper Cleaner is a 100% paper-based lint roller that replaces conventional plastic tape cleaners with a fully recyclable, zero-waste alternative. Made from molded pulp and bonded with a water-based adhesive, the product offers a gentle yet effective cleaning surface that is safe for fabrics and delicate surfaces. Its sleek, minimalist design reflects a premium aesthetic while emphasizing eco-friendliness, positioning it as a "Green High-End Brand for Life".

Libraries used to be quiet, stuffy places where librarians shushed anyone who dared whisper. Not anymore. Today's most daring library designs are shattering every preconception about what these spaces should be, transforming them into vibrant community hubs that make knowledge feel electric and alive. From buildings that literally look like open books to bamboo structures that breathe with their surroundings, these five libraries prove that architecture can be just as inspiring as the stories housed within.

An exercise in reclamation, the ollection by Luca Nichetto for Astep transforms fragments of precious Murano glass into sculptural lighting, elevating what would otherwise be waste back into the realm of high design. The collection reimagines discarded material with a new identity, offering not just a sustainable solution but also an entirely fresh aesthetic. Because of its pigmentation, Murano glass fragments are traditionally considered unrecyclable.

21st Europe, a Copenhagen-based think tank founded by former SPACE10 creative director Kaave Pour, has introduced its second major blueprint, Continent of Play. Developed in collaboration with design and architecture studio Spacon, the proposal reimagines playgrounds as vital civic infrastructure, positioning them alongside museums, transport hubs, and energy grids as defining spaces for Europe's future. The blueprint follows 21st Europe's inaugural project Starline, a design-led vision for a pan-European high-speed rail system.

Based on the samples currently sitting on my desk, leather alternatives don't have to feel so artificial or be so harsh on the environment. Most fake leathers are made using plastics derived from fossil fuels. The samples from Uncaged Innovations, though, are made mostly using grains including wheat, soy, and corn. The results feels remarkably like a variety of real animal leathers. One even smelled like it.

The Vamp is a product of place, emotion, and iterative design, capturing the label's ongoing dialogue between California nostalgia and future-facing design.

Noah's Nest is designed to honor the owner's roots while leaning into modern Vietnamese architecture, showcasing locally sourced elements such as baked clay bricks and bamboo poles.

Boll & Branch ranks among the best brands for bedding and bath, offering organic, high-quality products that are often considered luxury choices, now available with discounts during Amazon Prime Day.

This round strengthens our ability to meet growing industry demand for circular, cost-effective polyurethanes by scaling up our breakthrough technology.

Coronet's STFU Contours integrates acoustic performance within lighting design, showcasing the synergy between aesthetics and functionality for enhanced commercial interiors.

Certified organic mattresses are made from natural materials that have been independently verified to meet safety and environmental standards, ensuring a healthier sleep environment.

From a distance, the structure appears as a luminous field, with density and porosity fluctuating depending on angle and light. The closer you look, the more it plays with your perception.

Some writing implements are made from 100% recycled materials including plastic and cardboard, drastically reducing waste and plastic consumption without sacrificing quality.