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Sip Sustainably With This Eco-Friendly Paper Pulp Briefcase That Keeps Your Drink Hot Or Cold!

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For coffee lovers who savor a steaming hot cup of joe, there’s often a dilemma when it comes to ordering beverages to go. The drinks tend to cool down by the time they arrive, dampening the experience. Fortunately, Nos Design Consultancy has developed a groundbreaking solution with its innovative compostable paper pulp briefcase, a sustainable and practical way to transport hot and cold drinks, keeping them secure and temperature-stable.

Designer: NOS Design consultancy

Made from paper pulp, a material with eco-friendly potential due to its recyclability and abundance, the briefcase addresses the growing issue of packaging waste. With the paper industry producing large amounts of byproducts, it could be feasible that this packaging could be created from repurposed paper waste, making it an ideal fit for both sustainability and practical use, however, it’s a great starting point.

A key feature of the Nos briefcase is its stackable design, which optimizes transportation efficiency. By taking up less space, more items can be transported at once, cutting down on fuel usage and reducing the environmental impact of deliveries. The clamshell structure not only saves space in delivery bags but also ensures drinks are snugly secured to prevent spills, a significant improvement over traditional cup carriers.

The packaging is designed to accommodate the three standard to-go sizes familiar to most customers, Tall, Grande, and Venti (as per the Starbucks’ language), with grooves that allow lids to slide in and stay in place. This flexibility makes it adaptable to most orders, eliminating concerns over mismatched cup sizes. The interior design hugs each drink, keeping it stable and reducing the risk of spillage during transit.

Beyond its stackability and spill-proof features, the briefcase boasts an additional advantage of reusability. This significantly reduces the demand for single-use containers, slashing costs and curbing the environmental toll of short-lived packaging. When its lifespan comes to an end, the briefcase can either be composted or recycled, completing a full circle of eco-conscious use.

Nos Design has clearly recognized the exponential growth in food and beverage deliveries in recent years, along with the accompanying surge in packaging waste. By conducting internal research and exploring sustainable options, they’ve created a packaging solution that’s not only easy to manufacture but also adaptable for global delivery companies. The design stacks perfectly, making it simple for baristas and couriers alike to load up drinks, seal the briefcase, and ship them off with minimal hassle.

With ergonomic handles and spaces for order details and quality seals, the paper pulp briefcase offers a seamless user experience. It’s versatile enough to be tailored to different brands through customizable color options, creating a unique, eco-friendly delivery system for businesses aiming to reduce their carbon footprint.

An added benefit is the material’s natural insulating properties, which help retain the temperature of beverages and food for longer. Whether it’s a piping hot latte or an ice-cold smoothie, the briefcase ensures that customers receive their orders as fresh as possible.

In a world where environmental consciousness is more important than ever, the Nos paper pulp briefcase provides a timely and effective solution. This compact, lightweight packaging represents a leap forward in how we think about delivery, offering a cost-effective, sustainable, and user-friendly option for couriers and businesses alike.

By incorporating eco-friendly materials and innovative design, Nos has not only created a functional product but also positioned itself as a leader in the movement toward more sustainable packaging solutions. For companies looking to attract environmentally conscious customers, this briefcase offers a practical, modern, and responsible way to do so.

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Pizza Hut brings you a Moving Box Table for your pizza break

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As someone who has moved houses a lot, I can attest that the food of choice during breaks is pizza. You don’t need any utensils to eat it and oftentimes, you end up just plopping the box on any surface as you partake of a delicious slice and chat with your friends who are helping you move. It’s not the most sanitary of course since there’s probably a lot of dust and dirt lying around on the floor.

Designer: Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut is offering a quick and simple solution for this problem, especially during this time when a lot of people are apparently moving in the U.S. The Moving Box Table is a simple to assemble miniature cardboard table that you can use to place your box of pizza on as you snack. This limited-edition box is perfect for peak moving time so that you can enjoy your slice while not thinking about being sanitary.

The Moving Box Table has a corrugated structure that folds into a base or mini table that is sturdy enough to hold your pizza box. It has of course the iconic red checkered design of Pizza Hut. Setting it up is pretty easy as you just have to unfold and assemble and you’re good to go. It doesn’t really say if you can re-use it, but most probably you can, unless you get all kinds of sauces and toppings on it while eating.

This comes for free if you order a large menu-priced pizza but is exclusive to the cities of Dallas, Charlotte, and Orlando. This is apparently three of the most popular U.S cities to move to especially during this time.

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Microalgae packaging becomes biostimulant after use

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Most people (at least those who are thoughtful and aware enough) are now pretty conscious about how we consume things and where all our waste goes. This also means there is no shortage of product designers who have been experimenting on how to recycle and upcycle materials and products that reach end of life. Product waste is something we also need to think about since this will forever be part of human development.

Designer: Laura Bordini

By Osmosis is a project by Laura Bordini that explores how to use product waste and turn it into a biomaterial that can serve a different purpose and then eventually be used to help grow plants, creating a circular process. She used microalgae biomass that came out of the water purification process of a waste disposal center in Lindlar, Germany. Out of that, she was able to create agricultural biostimulants. The microalgae biomaterial can be turned into things like packaging before turning them into stimulants to promote plant growth and create better soil quality.

One of the packaging that she was able to create is a flower holder made from microalgae and wood powder. Since flowers have an end date as well, the packaging can them be repurposed as biostimulant if you’ll not be using it anymore. Another item she was able to create was seed containers, which again, is pretty apt for this circular process of ecological regeneration. We can also see plantable cards with messages like “Nice to seed you” and it’s made up of seeds and microalgae.

Algae is not a major material that product designers think of but with this experiment, she’s hoping that creators can see it as a future material for their products. It’s materials like these as well as the process to extract and create them that make the ecological regeneration a reality and hopefully, eventually become the norm.

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Craste uses crop residue to create tree-free packaging

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As someone who manages ecommerce stores and is also a frequent consumer of products from various online stores, I see a lot of waste when it comes to packaging. There are a lot of single-use plastics lying around our office and my house that I often feel guilty about contributing to all that waste. While we still try to re-use what we can, I do hope that there will be better packaging solutions that can be adapted by the general public.

Designer: Craste

Craste is a company based in India that is the country’s first 100% tree-free packaging solution. Since the country produces 500 million tonnes of crop residue every year which contributes to 150 million tonnes of carbon dioxide released in the atmosphere, they thought of using crop waste to create eco-friendly packaging. They collected crop residue from the farmers and then convert it to tree-free pulp through a circular fiber technology (whose patent is still pending). This process uses less water consumption and Zero Level Discharge from the unit.

The pulp is then turned to high-quality paper that can be used for different kinds of packaging like boxes, paper bags, envelopes, etc. The packaging created is also food-grade so it’s safe for food products. It is also strong but flexible that it can retain the form and shape of the packaging it is turned into. They also aim to create “highly durable, environmentally friendly, cost-effective, wood-equivalent crop residue derived straw panel board with a formaldehyde-free adhesive”.

One issue with alternative packaging of course is the cost. Things like single-use plastic, bubble wrap, and the likes are pretty cheap and the more eco-friendly options are more expensive. Hopefully if companies like Craste can create more sustainable packaging for brands, we’ll be able to have better packaging consumption in the next few years.

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Eco-friendly coffee pod brand pairs product with sustainable packaging

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As a regular (addicted) coffee drinker, I use different methods to get my caffeine fix. Most of the time I just use a good ole coffee brewer but when I need a sort-of espresso fix, my coffee pod machine is the most convenient way since I don’t have an actual espresso machine. However we know that this isn’t the most environmentally-friendly way to consume coffee. But we’re seeing several brands come up with a more sustainable way forward for the k-cup industry.

Designer: Zenpack for Cambio

Cambio Roasters is one such brand that came up with organic coffee pods that were made up of just two materials: #5 polypropylene plastic and aluminum. But they didn’t want to just stop with the pods but come up with sustainable packaging as well. Zenpack created this container with eco-friendly materials that can serve also as a mini recycling bin for the pods before you bring them to the actual recycling bin.

The container is made from molded pulp with added vertical ribs to give it more structure. It is able to hold 10 pods both for when it is shipped and for when you want to hold your used pods. Even the label is sustainable as it’s a glue-free belly band with a tear strip. All of the elements of this packaging can be thrown into a larger receptacle recycling bin. The container can also be used as a temporary compost bin for your coffee grounds and other kitchen scraps.

With people becoming more conscious with how they consume products, it is good that more sustainable brands are emerging. We stan these brands that not only think of their main products but also their packaging, which can sometimes get lost in the shuffle.

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Cuna Furniture Upcycles Your TV Box Into Sustainable Multifunctional Furniture

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Innovative design often emerges from the desire to solve a problem, and the Cuna furniture collection is a perfect example of this principle. Created as a solution to repurpose cardboard, Cuna is an eco-friendly piece of furniture that is cleverly designed, a multifunctional piece that redefines the concept of sustainability and functionality.

Designer: Valeria CoelloCrafted from cardboard, a material readily available in most households, it is a testament to the idea that there is latent potential in what we often consider to be “waste.” Think about the sheer volume of cardboard boxes that accompany the gadgets, appliances, and packages we receive daily. Rather than relegating this cardboard to landfills, Cuna repurposes it, offering an ingenious solution that is as practical as it is environmentally friendly.

Created from just two sheets of sturdy cardboard joined by five additional pieces, the bench offers a unique aesthetic and DIY experience. It’s a lovely DIY experience that allows one to build a connection with their masterpiece. The brilliance actually lies in the simplicity of its design. By utilizing the principles of joinery, the pieces interlock without the need for screws or adhesives, forming a structure that is remarkably sturdy and surprisingly lightweight.

The genius of the Cuna bench lies in its versatility. When assembled, it can be used in two different ways, depending on the user’s needs. In its standard configuration, it offers a beautifully curved seating area for one person. However, flip it upside down, and an additional layer of cardboard transforms it into a conventional flat bench, capable of potentially seating an extra person. This dual-purpose functionality extends further; the flat-top version can also serve as a table. With two of these benches, you have a complete set—a low table and chairs—perfect for various settings, from hosting parties to day-to-day living.

Despite being made of cardboard, Cuna is surprisingly comfortable. The 6-8mm thickness of the cardboard provides a firm yet yielding surface, which is gentle on the body. The curved design provides a cozy seating experience, with the sides acting as convenient armrests or even as a place to set down a cup or phone. When placed against a wall, it even acts as a makeshift backrest. Furthermore, it can serve as a daybed, allowing you to rest on one side while placing your legs on the other.

Cuna is an ideal option for a wide range of scenarios. Whether you are a student on a budget, a bachelor looking for practical and sustainable furniture or a new homeowner looking to add both comfort and sustainability to your space, Cuna fits the bill perfectly.

The next time you unbox a new TV, microwave, or even the humble pizza, think twice before discarding the packaging. With Cuna, you can repurpose that cardboard, transforming it into a functional piece of furniture that adds an element of sustainability and comfort to your living space.

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Eco-friendly seed-pods made from plant and seafood waste could revolutionize bio-packaging

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Born from discarded seafood shells, SEAD merges tradition with innovation, offering eco-friendly pods for heirloom seeds. It’s a journey of reimagined agriculture, where waste transforms into a resource and every seed sown signifies sustainability. SEAD’s design mirrors ecological harmony and agricultural resilience, promising a greener future. Join the movement where innovation blossoms and sustainability flourishes, one seed, one pod at a time.

Designer: Mara Zimmerman

SEAD represents more than just packaging; it embodies a sustainable ethos by repurposing waste material into a valuable resource. Its inception showcases the potential of replacing virgin materials with recycled alternatives, contributing to a circular economy and reducing environmental impact.

At the heart of SEAD lies the preservation of heirloom seeds, varieties passed down through generations, each carrying a rich history and cultural significance. Heirloom seeds, with their diverse traits and adaptability, play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity and ensuring food security in the face of evolving environmental challenges.

The use of chitin (pronounced kai-tun) in SEAD packaging not only offers a sustainable alternative to traditional materials but also brings agricultural benefits. Chitin, and its derivatives, act as bio-stimulants, enhancing seed germination, and promoting crop growth. Its natural properties boost plant defenses against pests and diseases while improving water retention in adverse conditions.

Crafted through a meticulous three-step pressing process, SEAD packaging demonstrates the remarkable self-binding ability of chitin, eliminating the need for additional agents. Laser-engraved labeling ensures traceability without the use of inks or dyes, aligning with SEAD’s commitment to sustainability.

Inspired by nature’s design, SEAD packaging mimics the structure of fruits and vegetables, providing a functional and aesthetically pleasing solution. The innovative design features creases that allow for easy tearing, enabling users to plant seeds conveniently while keeping the rest of the packaging intact.

SEAD offers a holistic approach to sustainable agriculture, combining ecological principles with practical innovation. By seamlessly integrating packaging with planting, SEAD promotes zero-waste practices and fosters a deeper connection between consumers and the environment.

Just in four simple steps: Break pods along perforated lines, gently crush for better seed exposure, plant enriched seeds, and store remaining bars conveniently. These actions seamlessly integrate eco-friendly practices into gardening routines, fostering a deeper connection with the environment. Each step contributes to a greener future, promoting sustainability and preserving heirloom seeds. With SEAD, every seed sown signifies a commitment to ecological harmony and agricultural resilience, paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.

SEAD’s innovative seed packaging, crafted from discarded seafood shells, faces cultural barriers in regions like India and Mexico, where pure vegetarianism is prevalent. Mixing seafood with vegetables may encounter resistance due to dietary preferences. Convincing individuals adhering to strict vegetarian or vegan diets of SEAD’s ecological benefits requires careful communication. Despite these challenges, SEAD offers a sustainable option for open-minded consumers committed to environmental conservation. It’s crucial to acknowledge cultural sensitivities and cater to diverse preferences.

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These quirky bottles explore the iconic silhouette of wine bottles by mimicking the outline

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Introducing you to your drink’s new best friend – the Cool Line Liquor Bottle series… It’s not your ordinary bottle; it’s a magician’s hat of sorts, hiding not one, not two, but four secret compartments for your favorite drinks. Crafted from durable stainless steel and lined with a safety coating, it’s as tough as it is reliable. Amping up your indoor and outdoor parties and catering to varied choices in a compact form.

Designer: Quan Yuan

At first glance, the liquor bottle appears to defy convention. Its sleek and modern aesthetic diverges from the familiar silhouette of standard liquor bottles. Yet, beyond its striking exterior lies a remarkable fusion of form and function, carefully crafted to cater to the evolving preferences of contemporary consumers.

Imagine picking up a pencil and drawing in the air. With this bottle, those lines come to life in 3D! The designer took simple lines and turned them into a cool, futuristic liquor bottle. It’s not just about looks though – it’s super practical too. By smoothly combining thick lines and introducing a novel joint mechanism, the designer transforms ordinary lines into a tangible 3D representation of a liquor bottle. You can store not one, not two, but four different types of liquor in one bottle! How cool is that?

The transformative nature of this design extends beyond its visual appeal. Each unit comprises a pair of linear tubes, offering a unique solution for housing multiple varieties of liquor. The main upper tube, equipped with a convenient screw cap, facilitates easy pouring of the main liquor. Meanwhile, the C-shaped base tube, cleverly integrated with the joint mechanism, adds an element of versatility. By simply adjusting the position and unscrewing the cap, users can access a secondary liquor stored within the base tube.

Moreover, this bottle boasts not only innovation in form but also in material composition. Crafted from premium 304 stainless steel and featuring a food-grade inner coating, it ensures both durability and safety in beverage storage. The outer packaging, comprising cardboard, EVA-base, PET sheets, and acrylic plates, further enhances its appeal as a premium product.

Behind the scenes, extensive research and experimentation have paved the way for the realization of this groundbreaking design. The designer carefully looked at lots of other bottles to see what young people like. Through iterative prototyping and 3D printing, the optimal joint mechanism and tube thickness were determined, ensuring both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Undoubtedly, the journey of designing this liquor bottle was not without its challenges. The development of the joint mechanism, in particular, posed a challenging obstacle. Yet, through creativity and perseverance, the designer succeeded in creating a mechanism that allows for fluid rotation of the main tube while ensuring stability and balance.

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Golf Ball Case with a clever spiral-shaped design lets you TWIST to push new balls out

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I’m not a golfer myself, but I imagine that for people who DO golf, carrying your equipment around can be quite an elaborate affair… given that you’re constantly moving from one spot to another. Golf clubs usually have their large bag that you transport them in, but as far as golf balls go, I’m not entirely sure I’ve seen any well-designed container for them. For designers at superkomma, that sounded like a perfect design opportunity – meet the Attomax Golf Pouch, a spiral hard-case that lets you store as well as deploy golf balls with ease.

Designer: superkomma

The GIF above explains everything you need to understand about the Attomax Golf Pouch. Two spiral-shaped containers thread into one another, allowing you to expand or contract the case simply by twisting and turning the lower element. Use the case to store golf balls, and every time you need a new one, simply twist to make the case shorter, allowing the golf ball at the bottom to rise to the top. It’s a simple, yet delightful user experience that serves its purpose well, is memorable, and will probably have your fellow golfers asking you where you got the pouch from!

Simplicity is the name of the Attomax pouch’s game. Its form is deceptively rudimentary, relying on a basic geometric spiral that catches light beautifully, along with a two-tone container design. The pouch is compact, yet big enough to hold probably 4 golf balls at a time, although you’ll still need to carry your tees separately (those tiny skewers you perch your golf balls on before swinging). The Attomax comes with a lid to hold the balls in place (obviously), but also has a nice leash that your caddy can string around their leash so they always have the next ball ready for when you need to take a shot.

The pouch was designed for Attomax, a reputed golf brand known for making the world’s first high-density golf ball using amorphous metal alloy. superkomma pointed out that the idea of using two different colors for the container’s separate halves wasn’t just an aesthetic choice, it also helped users intuitively determine how many golf balls were inside the case simply by seeing the ‘ratio’ between the two colors based on how expanded or contracted the case was. For example, if the purple half is just as long as the blue half, the case has 4 balls. Any shorter and you’re down to three balls. If the purple half has been turned to its maximum point (where it’s barely visible), the case has anywhere from 1 to 2 golf balls.

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Redefining Honey Packaging with Sustainable Sophistication and Luxury

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Everyone is into aesthetics these days, focusing on what catches the eye right away but as designers, sustainability is a really popular and important discussion. When it comes to products, packaging is key. It’s the first thing you notice on the shelf, especially when there are a lot of options to choose from. Good packaging can make a product stand out and leave a lasting impression on you. That’s where this innovative honey jar design comes in. It holds honey but goes beyond just being a jar. It looks like a beehive and is made from eco-friendly materials. It’s not just about honey – it’s about appreciating nature and making choices that help our planet while making a product successful.

Designer: Wallrus Design Studio

This innovative packaging embodies the essence of nature’s bounty while seamlessly blending functionality with aesthetics. Crafted to hold one of the most treasured natural delicacies – honey, this packaging transcends conventional design by offering consumers an experience that extends far beyond the initial purchase.

At its core, this packaging design serves as a testament to sustainability and versatility. Once the honey has been savored and enjoyed, consumers are encouraged to repurpose the container as a storage vessel for an array of items, ranging from homemade jams to spices and dried fruits. This thoughtful approach not only adds value to the product but also promotes a sustainable lifestyle by reducing waste.

One of the most striking features of this packaging design lies in its wooden labels, each meticulously crafted to reflect the natural habitats of bees. Drawing inspiration from the serene beauty of forests, mountains, and plains, these labels transport consumers into the enchanting world of bees, fostering a deeper connection to nature with every glance. Complementing these visuals is the inclusion of a wooden door, serving as a poignant reminder of the organic origins of the product and further enhancing its natural appeal.

In a market flooded with choices, discerning consumers seek only the finest and highest quality honey. With its distinctive hexagonal form inspired by the intricate design of a beehive, this packaging design instantly communicates purity and naturalness. The geometric precision of the honeycomb motif not only captivates the eye but also evokes a sense of authenticity and trust, making it a preferred choice among honey connoisseurs.

Beyond its functional attributes, this packaging design exudes an air of luxury and sophistication that is simply unparalleled. Its unique aesthetic and attention to detail make it a coveted item for gift-giving, elevating the act of presenting honey into a memorable and cherished experience. Crafted from a harmonious combination of glass and wood, this packaging exudes elegance and durability. Nestled within a sturdy box, it ensures that the precious contents remain safe and secure, while also adding a touch of opulence to any setting.

Undoubtedly, the creation of this exceptional packaging presented its fair share of challenges. From sourcing the appropriate materials to designing specialized tools and technology, every aspect was carefully considered and executed to perfection. Yet, it is precisely this dedication to craftsmanship and innovation that sets this packaging design apart, making it an enduring symbol of excellence in the realm of product packaging.

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