Upcycling

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A striking sculpture by Willie Cole, meticulously assembled from numerous hairdryer casings, presented as a powerful cultural statement in an art exhibition.

Willie Cole transforms everyday objects into expressive art

In his current New York exhibition, Willie Cole presents a stark visage crafted from dozens of blowdryer casings, transforming discarded appliances into a powerful cultural statement.

Jing Mei Lin·June 23, 2026

A modern side table made from recycled e-waste plastics and coffee shells, displayed in a well-lit, contemporary living room setting.

Hearth & Home

New Furniture Made From Electronic Waste and Coffee Shells Debuts

A new line of designer furniture, 'ReForm,' from CircularDesign Inc.

Ikaika Kalua·June 10, 2026

An elegant, flowing maxi dress crafted from wood fibers derived from a 17th-century shipwreck, displayed in a dramatic, atmospheric setting.

Style & Adornment

Finnish researchers craft wood-fiber dress from 17th-century shipwreck

Wood from the 17th-century Hahtiperä shipwreck, submerged for 300 years, has been successfully transformed into textile fiber.

Jing Mei Lin·May 30, 2026