SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov by Jana-Aimee Wiesenberger

SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov by Jana-Aimee Wiesenberger is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 Bronasta nagrada A' Design Award in Trajnostni izdelki, projekti in zeleno oblikovanje Competition Category.

BronastaTrajnostni izdelek· 2022

SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov

by Jana-Aimee Wiesenberger

Client: Kingston University

Bronasta nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Trajnostni izdelek Category

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The Design

About SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov

Zbirka SeeTang je nabor izdelkov, izdelanih iz biomateriala na osnovi alg. Zbirka vključuje instant jed z užitno embalažo in vrečke. Notranja embalaža instant jedi se kuha skupaj s hrano, saj se biomaterial raztopi v vodi in je varen za uživanje. Zunanjo embalažo je mogoče reciklirati ali kompostirati. Vrečke so izdelane iz istega materiala in barvane z naravnimi barvili, kot so žafran, čebulni olupki, hibiskus in kava. Zbirka ponuja alternativo plastičnim vrečkam za enkratno uporabo. Namen oblikovanja je ozaveščanje o ohranjanju morskega okolja.

The Recognition

About the Bronasta nagrada A' Design Award

SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov je prejemnik Bronaste nagrade A' Design Award, zelo prestižnega priznanja, ki se podeljuje izjemnim oblikovanjem, ki se odlikujejo po ustvarjalnosti, iznajdljivosti in bistrosti. Prejemniki Bronaste nagrade so v celoti spretni in presenetljivo ustvarjalni artefakti, ki potrjujejo bogate izkušnje, domišljijo in zvitost svojih oblikovalcev. Od SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov se pričakuje, da bo visoko cenjen, občudovan in ljubljen predmet, opazno profesionalen in inovativen. To oblikovanje, nagrajeno z Bronasto nagrado A' Design Award, vključuje najboljše prakse v umetnosti, znanosti, oblikovanju in tehnologiji ter je odlično po pozornosti do podrobnosti. SeeTang Collection Zbirka biomaterialnih izdelkov sijajno zadovoljuje potrebe, se dotika želja, očara čustva in vzbuja radovednost.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: SeeTang Collection was designed sustainably to introduce invented biomaterials. The products are focused on marine conservation.
Packaging: The inner packaging is cooked alongside the main ingredients as the biomaterial is edible and dissolvable in water. The outer packaging is either recyclable or can be put in the compost.
Fashion: The biomaterial is infused with saffron dye. The colour is inspired by the grocery store Sainsbury's. The collection showcases alternatives to plastic bags.
Dimensions & Packaging: Instant dish: 15cm x 2cm x 15cm
Hand bag #1: 24cm x 5cm x 29cm
Small bag #2: 20cm x 5cm x 17cm
Instant dish bag: 19cm x 0,5cm x 31cm
Tags: Biodesign, Biomaterial, Bioproduct, Bioplastic, Sustainability, Environmental Design
Production Technology: Focused on marine conservation the biomaterials are sourced from the sea to raise awareness about their importance to our climate and planet. Plastic pollution in the Fashion and Packaging industry influenced the project outcome. SeeTang bioplastic is made from algae and dyed with natural colours like avocado skin and stone, onion skin, hibiscus, coffee and saffron. The production of SeeTang is a zero-waste process.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge of this project was to accept the newly invented biomaterial with all its attributes, positive or negative. In the beginning, I tried moulding the material and shaping it, however, this is not possible due to its drying process characteristics. Furthermore, I had limited facilities to manufacture materials & products due to Covid-19 restrictions. All materials and products were produced in my kitchen.
Research: To fully understand my field of study, marine organisms, and plastic pollution, I achieved a Level 3 Diploma in Marine Biology. Additionally, I talked to different seaweed harvesters in the UK about their work and how it positively affects the health of marine life. Furthermore, I conducted a workshop with different designers to understand how far I could push the biomaterials. In total, I experimented with 36 different biomaterial solutions to finalise the best bioplastic for the outcome.
Inspiration: Raising awareness about marine conservation and the important role of microalgae and macroalgae for the health of our planet inspired SeeTang. Plastic pollution in the Fashion and Packaging industry influenced the project outcome.
SeeTang instant dish showcases a biodegradable alternative to plastic polluted food packaging.
SeeTang fashion collection offers a saffron-infused bioplastic alternative to single-use grocery bags.
Project Duration: The project started in Mai 2021 and finished in September 2021.
Operation Flow: SeeTang instant dish is cooked with all packaging included except for the outer packaging. The outer packaging is either recyclable or can be put in the compost where it will biodegrade.
The outcome is a zero-waste instant dish for a non-plastic alternative.

SeeTang fashion is durable and long-lasting while being biodegradable, sustainable, recyclable, vegan and edible.
Team Members: Jana-Aimée Wiesenberger