Overview. My research scrutinises the life-cycle of hand-crafted wooden furniture to find areas for improvement, ranging from raw material processing, manufacturing, use, and the end-of-life scenario. This research was undertaken whilst studying for a BA (Hons) in furniture design and making, working primarily with wood. Although the points raised can be applied to other areas of the design and product industry. Why? As we continue to face issues like climate change, mass pollution of eco-systems, and a reducing capacity to produce and supply materials, we are putting our future in doubt. Waste is a man-made problem. How? I analysed several examples of modern-day furniture, produced on various scales, and examined the works of a selection of leading designers and educators. This, coupled with my work experience and education in the industry has given me a good sense of understanding of the waste related issues in the furniture design and manufacturing world.
waste, furniture, biodegradable, disassembly,
Evans-White, Avian
Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment
Year: 2017
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