Making a material difference: Circularity and sustainable material use in workplace projects

A forward-thinking approach that is worthy of your time and consideration, the application of circular principals in workplace specifications is a part of our commitment to workplace environmental stewardship and innovation. I hope it is part of yours as well.

Here are some actionable steps that you could employ to inspire and guide your own efforts:

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬:

- Select furniture that is durable, modular, and adaptable to ensure longevity and reduce the need for replacement.
- Follow a systemic approach, considering all stages of a product’s lifecycle, from manufacturing to disposal, ensuring that each phase is sustainable.
- Design out waste and pollution, and regenerate natural systems as part of the office fit-outs.

𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲:

- Use innovative packaging like mycelium-based materials that are biodegradable and compostable.
- Implement Internet of Things technology for office appliances to track usage and maintain them effectively.

𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬:

- Run workshops and explore methods for circular innovations, which include understanding, defining, making, and releasing products that fit within the circular economy.
- Read stories about pioneers in circular design to gain insights into practical applications of these principles in office interiors.

𝐌 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞:

- We adopt a business mindset towards a restorative, and regenerative approach, as highlighted by the Circular Design Guide.
- Utilize design thinking in new ways to create sustainable, resilient, long-lasting value in the circular economy.

By combining these actionable ideas with #MMoser’s commitment to setting sustainability goals, conducting material audits, sourcing repaired and pre-loved items, and planning for material reuse post-use, the company can position itself as a leader in sustainable office design.

Educating teams on circular materials, improving access to sustainable material databases, encouraging supplier innovation, and achieving recognized #sustainability certifications are also vital steps in this journey.

Each of these steps contributes to a #greener planet and a more responsible industry.