From Waste to Wonder: Inclusive Design with Recycled Plastics

This project is part of the "Scale UpCycle" initiative, a collaboration between The Hague University of Applied Sciences and Stichting Stunt. Stunt provides job opportunities for people reintegrating into the workforce, including a workshop that transforms plastic waste into high-quality sheets.

The assignment was to conceptualize and develop artefacts using these 10mm recycled HDPE sheets. The core goal was to enhance a product configurator that enables kids to design their own toys or appliances effortlessly, thereby popularizing the concept of plastic recycling through active participation.

Inclusivity & Co-Creation

A key requirement was inclusivity. We conducted focus group workshops with our targetgroup to understand how children interact with design tools. The challenge was to create a system that fits the constraints of Stunt's CNC capabilities while giving users enough creative freedom to feel ownership over their creations.

The Solution

Tangible Interface for Co-Creation

Impact & Outcome

The project demonstrated that when given the right tools, "non-designers" can create highly functional and creative spatial layouts. The STUNT prototype was successfully tested with 15 users, resulting in 5 distinct park designs that were deemed viable for construction.

Redefining furniture for the circular economy

80.2% of "fast furniture" ends up in landfills. This disposable culture is driven by low-quality materials and inseparable components that make recycling impossible.

VESTIGE bridges the gap between affordable fast furniture and premium eco-design. It is a modular system designed for longevity, repairability, and total disassembly, targeting a generation that values sustainability but lacks budget-friendly options.

Modularity meets Serenity

• Design for Disassembly

  Every component can be separated, repaired, or recycled.

• Material Honesty

  Exposed joinery and natural finishes celebrate the sustainable materials.

• Life-Cycle Adaptability

  As users move or their needs change, Vestige adapts with them.

A Modern Collective

The CPC Housing project explores the balance between privacy and community. In an era where urban isolation is rising, this design proposes a "Collective Private Commission" model where residents actively shape their living environment.

By utilizing large, open-plan communal areas like the central kitchen and living spaces, the building encourages spontaneous interaction while maintaining high-quality private quarters. The use of natural light and warm materials creates an inviting atmosphere that feels both modern and homey.

The Living Area

3D Printed Scale Model