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Mode:lina upcycles construction materials into an industrial-chic eatery

This new eatery in Poznań, Poland sports an unconventional interior that’s all about imaginative upcycling....

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3 stacked shipping containers create a diving tower in Denmark

Sweco Architects just transformed an old ferry port in Denmark into a fantastic water recreation spot. To keep...

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Herzog & de Meuron are upcycling a historic gasometer into a stunning residential tower

A former industrial area in Stockholm is on its way to a stunning makeover. Several old gasometers in Hjorthagen...

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Myanmar’s eco-friendly startup transforms trash into treasure—and jobs

Trash is a big problem in Myanmar. Garbage is scattered in the streets with smells of burning trash never far behind—but...

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See how banana trees are recycled into vegan “leather” wallets in Micronesia

Forget plastic and leather, your next wallet could be made from a more ethical and eco-friendly alternative—banana...

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Award-winning grass-covered pavilion in India constructed with over 1,000 recycled pallets

Over a thousand discarded shipping pallets went into the making of this partly planted, undulating pavilion in...

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Artist ingeniously turns old plastic bottles into joining material for furniture

Old plastic bottles get a second shot at life in the creative hands of Royal College of Art graduate Micaella Pedros....

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Upcycling studio in Tel Aviv gives former prostitutes a second chance at life

Modern slavery is all around us—even if we don’t always see it. Human trafficking for the sex industry is one...

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High-end upcycling shops with beautiful metal tab designs pop up in London

Gudjon Thor Erlendsson of AUDB and Andreas Krause of Krause Architects have just completed two new pop-up stores...

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10 inspiring upcycled designs that will make you think twice before tossing anything

Softie Wanted Seats by Victoria Ledig and Mandy Roos Made from upcycled foam and bungie cords, these playful...

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5-Star rated Fair and Square Hostel in Belgrade combines upcycling, renewable energy and on-site waste recycling

The hostel, located in Belgrade's tranquil Zvezdara district, combines the aesthetics of industrial design and...

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These luxurious sculptures are made with an unexpected material

Luxury sculpture isn’t Studio Swine’s first foray into upcycling unwanted materials. The creative firm has...

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PIPE pavilion is made from over one thousand recycled cardboard tubes

Farnaz Fattahi led a group of 28 Khayam University architecture students in the construction of the PIPE pavilion,...

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Knowledge is Power: Dumbbells made from books work out your body and mind

XYZ refers to the collection as being an example of “semi-cooked design” - part DIY, part upcycling, following...

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Kuskus is a rocking chair made from upcycled plastic bottles

France-based eco-friendly home decor company Plastiketic unveiled the Kuskus, a rocking chair made from 36 upcycled...

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INFOGRAPHIC: How to properly recycle and upcycle on your travels

With summer in full swing, many of us are hitting the road in search of the perfect holiday. But whether we’re...

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16 upcycled Mason jar crafts and projects that are kid-approved

Glass Mason jars are perhaps the ultimate upcycling ingredient of all time. They come in all shapes, sizes, and...

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Bkeeper upcycles unused beehives into furniture and design for the home

  Israel-based Bkeeper - motto: "the art of saving bees" - takes old beehives and turns them into eclectic...

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INFOGRAPHIC: Inspirational DIY projects to get you started on upcycling

Upcycling, the process of converted old materials into a product with greater value and use, has many benefits....

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INFOGRAPHIC: How upcycling turns trash into treasure

If you want to save money, help the environment, and engage your creative side, look no farther than the art of...

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Presso Design upcycles burlap coffee sacks into stylish bags and sleeves

Presso Design is a small, family-owned business that crafts sleeves and bags for electronics out of upcycled coffee...

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Alchemy of Waste hopes to promote upcycling with their stunning videos

https://vimeo.com/93551810 Alchemy of Waste is all about "building a waste-not wonderland." The collaborative...

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Enormous Temple of Trash Made from 100 Tons of Recycled Plastic Bottles

While the temple is no longer standing, the trend of upcycling plastic bottles that inspired the construction shows...

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INFOGRAPHIC: Get inspired to turn trash into upcycled treasure

Recycling is a great way to reduce the waste stream, but it typically requires a lot of energy and resources to...

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PalletFest is the Nation’s First Upcycling Festival Made Entirely From Shipping Pallets

A unique new festival is coming to Denver, Colorado this weekend - PalletFest is the nation’s first major upcycling...

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The Squirrelz: China’s First Upcycle Design Shop Takes Root in Shanghai’s Eco Village

Although the practice of recycling and reuse still remains an integral part of China's resourceful and low-income...

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Sea Bags Breathe New Life into Old Sails

There's nothing we love more at Inhabitat than seeing waste materials recycled into innovative new pieces. Upcycling...

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Nike’s Aerostatic Dome is World’s First Structure Supported Entirely by a Helium-Filled Canopy

To celebrate the launch of the KOBE 9 Elite Low HTM at this year's Milan Design Week, Nike teamed up with Arthur...

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Lady Gaga’s Coffee Filter Dress Reveals Confusion Over ‘Upcycling’

By now, we're no longer surprised when Lady Gaga makes an appearance in an outlandish outfit. Dresses made of meat,...

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DIY: Learn How to Make a Colorful Dining Table Using a Recycled Door

Here's an upcycling project that you'll just adore (get it?)! Transform that door sitting around in your basement...

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