In all our services and processes we are strongly committed to sustainability.
Our Ecovadis Gold rating, recognises our commitment to responsible business practices. This leading rating platform evaluates performance in the areas of:
This certification verifies that the forest-based materials we use in our projects are sourced responsibly. From now on we can display the FSC label on our finished products.
Our dedicated sustainability team, experienced in multiple fields is continuously exploring latest developments on sustainability. That suggests new insights into our processes, production techniques, and sustainable materials. We established a material database to support our clients in their projects. We recognize three categories of sustainable materials that can contribute to the environmental footprint we leave behind.
Recycables
Recyclable materials are those that can be processed and turned into new products after their original use has ended. In the context of retail design, this can include materials such as metal, wood, cardboard, paper, glass, and certain plastics.
Biodegradables
These materials are designed to break down naturally through biological processes, without leaving any harmful or toxic substances behind. Examples of biodegradable materials include natural fabrics such as cotton and linen, hemp, as well as plant-based plastics such as polylactic acid (PLA).
Circular
Circular refers to materials that are designed to be used in a closed loop system, where they are reused, recycled, or repurposed, rather than being discarded as waste. We promote a circular economy, where resources are kept in use for as long as possible, minimizing waste and reducing the demand for new resources.
By prioritizing sustainability in design & development, we reduce material use and waste, minimize environmental impact, and create a more sustainable future. We are driven by making practical reductions in CO2 emissions and end-of-life waste management.
Flat-packing solutions
During our design process, we take into account that our designs can be translated into flat-packing solutions. As a result production and logistics processes are improved which gives a much lower carbon footprint.
100% recycled paper packaging
A variety of foams, plastics, and cardboard are commonly used, resulting in various waste streams on-site. As a result, we focus on providing 100% recycled paper packaging that offers the same level of protection and quality.
By making CO2 calculations of our designs we get detailed insight into the carbon footprint which helps us take the right decisions in the whole development process.
These insights allow us to improve on important topics like optimizing dimensions, usage of (mono) materials, ease of (dis)assembly, modularity, and logistics. We base our calculations on data from Bath University, Delft University, and European Union agencies.
