DB Schenker Upcycling Hub
Lunchroom for Carlos Bañon
The Large Room revolutionizes waste repurposing by employing additive manufacturing to create stunning design elements from 500 and more kg of single-use plastics. Utilizing advanced 3D printing, waste was transformed into functional, eye-catching features like a chandelier of 3D-printed tiles. This Upcycling Hub elevates circularity, inspiring businesses to adopt innovative waste management, and setting a new precedent in sustainable design excellence.
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Unique Properties
The Large Room revolutionizes waste repurposing by employing additive manufacturing to create stunning design elements from 500+ kg of single-use plastics. Utilizing advanced 3D printing, waste was transformed into functional, eye-catching features like a chandelier of 3D-printed tiles. This Upcycling Hub elevates circularity, inspiring businesses to adopt innovative waste management, setting a new precedent in sustainable design excellence.
Tags
Circularity, 3D Printing, Waste, Digital Design, Additive Manufacturing, Resource Efficient, Interior Design
Production Technology
- 3D Printing from bespoke filament 100% from transparent PET bottles. - Polystyrene foam from packaging. - Cardboard from logistic boxes. - Discarded wooden pallets. - Recycled rubber flooring.
Design Challenge
The hardest part of the DB Schenker Upcycling Hub was to create elegant design elements from waste. The challenge was overcome by leveraging 3D printing and digital design processes. Internal factors such as the need to change waste perceptions were considered. The team experimented with materials and technology to achieve beautiful and functional elements while complying with safety regulations. The result was a stunning Upcycling Hub that sets a new standard for circularity.
Project Duration
The project started in August 2019 and finished in May 2022. It is located in Singapore's Red Lion Building.
Operation Flow
Utilizing waste materials like cardboard, foam, and plastic bottles, the Upcycling Hub transforms them into luxurious, functional designs. Through innovative processes, visitors experience waste in a new light, reimagining its potential in elegant and practical applications, emphasizing the harmony of sustainability and luxury.
Research
The DB Schenker Upcycling Hub explores innovative repurposing of waste materials through 3D printing and digital design. This exploratory research combines design thinking, experimentation, and prototyping. Results include a 5,000 sqft space showcasing waste materials' potential as functional design elements. The impact sets new circularity standards in logistics, inspires sustainable practices, and demonstrates 3D printing's capacity to transform waste into intricate designs.
Inspiration
The Large Room's design embodies our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Drawing inspiration from nature's efficiency and resilience, we use cutting-edge technologies and repurposed materials to create unique, functional design elements. This approach transforms waste into striking features, highlighting the untapped potential of upcycling and setting a new standard for circularity in design, emphasizing our dedication to a sustainable future.
Image Credits
Fabian Ong
Project Overview
DB Schenker Upcycling Hub Lunchroom has been a Golden winner in the 3D Printed Forms and Products Design award category in the year 2022 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Golden Recognition
Carlos Bañon was recognized with the coveted Golden A' Design Award in 2023, a testament to excellence of their work DB Schenker Upcycling Hub Lunchroom.
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DB Schenker Upcycling Hub Unveils Innovative Circular Design by Carlos Bañon
The DB Schenker Upcycling Hub, designed by Carlos Bañon, showcases sustainable and innovative design elements, transforming waste materials into functional and luxurious features, located in Singapore's Red Lion Building.
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