DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計 by Carlos Banon

DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計 by Carlos Banon is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award 金獎 in 三維打印設計 Competition Category.

金三維打印· 2023

DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計

by Carlos Banon

Client: Carlos Bañon

A' Design Award 金獎 Winner in 三維打印 Category

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The Design

About DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計

DB Schenker升級再造中心係一個位於新加坡、面積400平方米嘅午餐室室內設計。設計將廢棄物料轉化為實用嘅特色元素，包括一盞由瓷磚組成嘅吊燈，呢啲瓷磚係用完全由透明PET膠樽製成嘅特製打印線材3D打印而成。項目重用咗超過500公斤嘅一次性塑膠。設計仲應用咗包裝用嘅發泡膠、物流箱嘅紙皮、廢棄木卡板同埋再生橡膠地板。目的係展示升級再造同循環設計嘅潛力。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 金獎

DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計是 A' Design Award 金獎得主，這是授予一流、絕妙而傑出設計的極為崇高的認可。金獎得主是極具創新、極富遠見且璀璨奪目的創作，反映出其設計師的天才、智慧與才幹。預計DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計將成為一項備受讚譽、引領潮流、氣勢恢宏的發明，帶來前所未有的價值。這件贏得 A' Design Award 金獎的設計是一個壯觀而受人敬重的項目，極大地造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。DB Schenker Upcycling Hub 午餐室室內設計激起強烈的渴望，喚起激情，鼓勵創造力，令我們著迷。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Large Room revolutionizes waste repurposing by employing additive manufacturing to create stunning design elements from 500+ kg of single-use plastics. Utilizing advanced 3D printing, waste was transformed into functional, eye-catching features like a chandelier of 3D-printed tiles. This Upcycling Hub elevates circularity, inspiring businesses to adopt innovative waste management, setting a new precedent in sustainable design excellence.
Dimensions & Packaging: 400 sqm.
Tags: Circularity, 3D Printing, Waste, Digital Design, Additive Manufacturing, Resource Efficient, Interior Design
Production Technology: - 3D Printing from bespoke filament 100% from transparent PET bottles.
- Polystyrene foam from packaging.
- Cardboard from logistic boxes.
- Discarded wooden pallets.
- Recycled rubber flooring.
Design Challenge: The hardest part of the DB Schenker Upcycling Hub was to create elegant design elements from waste. The challenge was overcome by leveraging 3D printing and digital design processes. Internal factors such as the need to change waste perceptions were considered. The team experimented with materials and technology to achieve beautiful and functional elements while complying with safety regulations. The result was a stunning Upcycling Hub that sets a new standard for circularity.
Research: The DB Schenker Upcycling Hub explores innovative repurposing of waste materials through 3D printing and digital design. This exploratory research combines design thinking, experimentation, and prototyping. Results include a 5,000 sqft space showcasing waste materials' potential as functional design elements. The impact sets new circularity standards in logistics, inspires sustainable practices, and demonstrates 3D printing's capacity to transform waste into intricate designs.
Inspiration: The Large Room's design embodies our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Drawing inspiration from nature's efficiency and resilience, we use cutting-edge technologies and repurposed materials to create unique, functional design elements. This approach transforms waste into striking features, highlighting the untapped potential of upcycling and setting a new standard for circularity in design, emphasizing our dedication to a sustainable future.
Project Duration: The project started in August 2019 and finished in May 2022. It is located in Singapore's Red Lion Building.
Operation Flow: Utilizing waste materials like cardboard, foam, and plastic bottles, the Upcycling Hub transforms them into luxurious, functional designs. Through innovative processes, visitors experience waste in a new light, reimagining its potential in elegant and practical applications, emphasizing the harmony of sustainability and luxury.
Team Members: Carlos Banon
Image Credits: Fabian Ong