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Core Categories (By Design Discipline)

Sustainable Product & Industrial Design
Physical products designed for longevity, reparability, and low-impact materials.

Circular Systems & Material Innovation
Focus on closed-loop systems, cradle-to-cradle design, and novel biomaterials or recycled materials.
Regenerative & Bio-Integrated Design
Projects that restore ecosystems, integrate living organisms, or use principles of biomimicry.
Sustainable Fashion & Textile Design
Ethical fashion, zero-waste patterning, natural dyes, and innovative sustainable fabrics.
Green Architecture & Built Environment
Energy-positive buildings, adaptive reuse, sustainable urban planning, and biophilic design.
Sustainable Packaging Design
Reusable, refillable, or compostable packaging solutions that eliminate waste.
Sustainable UX/UI & Digital Design
Digital products focused on ethical data use, reducing digital carbon footprints (low-energy design), and promoting sustainable behaviors.
Social Impact & Community-Centered Design
Projects addressing equity, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods within communities.

These highlight the designer’s approach and the outcome, appealing to clients looking for specific solutions.

Waste Transformation & Upcycling
Turning waste streams into valuable products or materials.
Carbon-Reduction & Climate Design
Work explicitly focused on measuring and minimizing carbon footprint.
Design for Longevity & Repair
Emphasizing durability, emotional attachment, and designing for disassembly.
Sustainable Branding & Communication
Visual identities and campaigns for ethical brands, with a focus on sustainable print/digital practices.
Behavioral Change & Sustainable Futures
Speculative and strategic design that envisions and encourages sustainable lifestyles.