Riyong Wang Final Vase

Process: white models.
Final :




Proposal:
Throwing things away is a waste of resources and energy. If we recycle, it can save money and many other things. Many parts of the world have already been damaged by min ing and quarrying, which destroy the natural environment and wildlife and cause environmental and health problems for people. A majority of resources that we use in manufacturing products will eventually run out.
Recycling the paper box of Boxed Water Is Better can help, clients can turn it into a flower vase by “simply 4 steps”, with tools that can be found around the house. Just flatten the box, score the lines that are printed inside the box, fold it, and glue it. This can be done in just 10 minutes. Not all clients buy a box of water every day; people like me only buy a box of water in a month. If the box was collectable, it will get throw away. So what is more usable in daily but you don’t have to buy it often? With the water box, you can simply make a vase whenever you need it. The Korean artist and designer has combined a few simple elements to create elegant DIY hanging plant pots. The main element is paper. Many crafty folks make their own vase, it’s cheaper and cool. The DIY vase can be made for about $30 less than the commercial version.

Michelle's Project

Proposal

I wish to make a series of three kitchenware items (a place mat, napkin ring and coaster) that are both functional and intriguing using the Boxed Water is Better carton. I intend to develop this idea by using a weaving technique and drawing inspiration from existing designer and eco-friendly wares, like the ones featured in Terracycle. My audience is anyone who is environmentally conscious and open-minded enough to accept using recycled materials to enjoy their meals. They will use these items the same way traditional place mats, napkin rings, coasters are used. My intent is not to innovate the ways these items are used, only the materials used to make them.

Upcycling is reusing materials in a new way that is just as useful as their old way. It’s important because our current wasteful attitude is harmful to the environment and to our own physical and mental wellbeing. Upcycling provides us with an opportunity to create new worth with our old items; which means our landfills stop expanding which means our bodies and minds are less polluted.

Final Project

PROPOSAL

The idea I developed is a group of shapes that interlock with each other to create different objects; like lamps, curtains and other types of house decorations.
I was inspired by puzzle lamps; they are made by interlocked shapes to create a lamp.
The shapes would be printed in the inside of the box. This would make it easier for people to build the decorations.

The audience for this product is interior designers, anyone who enjoys building things, or people who are interested in decorating their homes.
The purpose of this idea is to have fun while upcycling. Building objects with these shapes can be really fun, and at the end people can decorate their homes with what they created.

MEADE/ BOW TIE EVENT

DON'T TOSS OUT THAT EMPTY BOXED WATER CARTON, re-use or up-cycle it. Constructing a bow tie from the empty box is meant to be a statement about environmental friendliness and the fact that we care about this planet. We need to be more resourceful with what otherwise would become trash. Annually Boxed Water Is better donates 10% of their profits to the World Water Relief Foundations. As the company grows they will take on more foundations and they will need more supporters. To bring these supporters together Boxed Water Is Better will hold a charitable event.

The event, Boxed Water Is Better Bow Tie Annual Benefit Event will have donors (large contributors), supporters (contribute in various ways), guest and the Box Water leaders. The donors and supporters can easily be distinguished at the event. Donors will be wearing the Platinum Edition of the bow tie (original reversed) and the supporters will be wearing the original edition with the text facing outwards. This distinguishment amongst the guest will motivate those with out to take action so that they can also be part of this special event and stand out among the rest. The bow tie creates unity and the feeling of being part of some thing bigger than themselves. What a fun way for Boxed Water Is Better to up-cycle their own product.

Hang-up Utility Case

Proposal:

This utility case is designed to be hung up and be used as a container for tools. It’s very simple to make, and more likely than not, one can make as many as one wants, hang them up, and they still won’t get in the way! Examples of things that could be contained: office supplies, school supplies, toothbrush, cooking utensils, small tools (such as screws or gears). Even children can make use of the instructions!
All that is needed is a knife (or something to cut with, hole puncher, and something to hang them up with: tacks, nails, wall hangers. I propose this idea. Why make these? Upcy- cling is good for the environment, and making nice things out of used materials is a nice, added, bonus!

some sources of inspiration:
http://www.make-stuff.com/recycling/milkcartons http://www.unplugdesign.com http://www.treehugger.com

Final Diagram and Project Proposal - Nicole

Here is the diagram I made to show how to make the plant waterer and the final image.



Project Proposal:
Water is known to be one of the most resourceful elements in the world. It surrounds us everywhere. We drink it, cleanse with it, and incorporate it into our daily lifestyles. In today’s global environment, purified water is sacred and discovering methods to save and reuse is necessary. One way is to take the boxed water carton and transform it into a plant waterer. This concept was inspired by my mother who wanted me to constantly water her plants. I constructed an environmental system of reusing water. The carton’s bottom is cut off and hung above outdoor plants. When it rains, the carton collects rain water. When the plant requires water, unscrew the cap, poke holes on the inner plastic piece, and the water will flow out of the carton to nourish the plant. This up cycled product accommodates anyone. This system of watering plants will give owners the ability to reuse natural rain water instead of wasting other various household forms of water. I looked at examples of different eco friendly watering cans made out of water bottles. These upcycling versions inspired me to make my Eco-Friendly Plant Waterer.

Shots of Final Piece - Nicole