Trash talk investigates how to repurpose waste plastics and harness its aesthetic potential. Through trial and error with the material, practical holes emerged. I encountered bends that are natural, rapid, and elongated, nearly liquefying or suggesting an underlying power in play, which I found not only apt for the material, but also for a seaside recliner observing the intricate multihued coral formations below.

Trash talk investigates how to repurpose waste plastics and harness its aesthetic potential. Through trial and error with the material, practical holes emerged. I encountered bends that are natural, rapid, and elongated, nearly liquefying or suggesting an underlying power in play, which I found not only apt for the material, but also for a seaside recliner observing the intricate multihued coral formations below.

Industry partner: Dansk Affaldsminimering

Abstract Corals

Abstract Corals

Upon discovering perforations and how colors interacted with each other. The vibrance and chaos presented not only functional potential but a contrast to a tight form.

Abstract Corals

Upon discovering perforations and how colors interacted with each other. The vibrance and chaos presented not only functional potential but a contrast to a tight form.

1:1 Scale Model

1:1 Scale Model

Model made with final proportions and dimensions. Produced with lasercutting and CNC milling, foam and handshaping.

1:1 Scale Model

Model made with final proportions and dimensions. Produced with lasercutting and CNC milling, foam and handshaping.

Material samples

Semi-directed experiments with recycled plastic inspired the aesthetic development of this chair.

Material samples

Semi-directed experiments with recycled plastic inspired the aesthetic development of this chair.