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FREE ENTRY / Andreu World - 22nd Andreu World International Design Contest - Beyond the Plastic Wave
Discipline: Design The Andreu World International Design Contest has become an international showcase to support and promote new promises of design. Open to all ages, students and professionals of design, architecture and creation...
Time & Location
01 dic 2023, 23:30
Fee: Free / Prize: $4,000 + Exhibition
About the event
Subject
Design a sustainable seat and/or table, designed for the circular economy, that generates a positive impact on the reduction of plastic waste.
Conditions
The category of seats includes: chairs, armchairs, lounge chairs, stools, benches and sofas.
The category of tables includes: meeting and conference, dining, coffee, center or auxiliary tables.
Materials
The use of sustainable materials such as the following will be assessed:
-Wood: wood is the most ecological, biodegradable, natural, recyclable material that generates the lowest environmental impact with a carbon footprint lower than any other material.
-Recycled and recyclable thermopolymers, BIO plastics, recycled textiles, etc.
-Innovative and sustainable materials: the use of materials from sustainable sources or that promote the circularity, eco-design or recyclability of the product will be assessed.
-Other materials: laminates, glass, metals, aluminum and natural stones.
Environmental assessment criteria
The design must consider the entire product lifecycle with a clear focus on the responsible use and selection of materials, as well as their subsequent use to ensure high durability and longevity.
Material selection
-Use of renewable, recycled and/or low impact material.
-Optimized use of materials.
-Healthy and sustainable materials.
Manufacturing:
-Low impact processes (low emissions and energyconsumption).
-Low ratio of waste through production.
-Durability, reparability and restoration capacity.
Lifecycle
-Potential for reuse and recyclability of materials.
-Product circularity.
Social and cultural assessment criteria
The approach should focus on a design that aspires to the durability and resilience and long-term desirability of the furniture.
The proposals may also be related to the promotion of universal accessibility, cultural enrichment and the application of design to improve the well-being of people in the environments they inhabit.