3D-printed kelp chair is made of recycled fishing nets

Abstract

Bioplastics can be made of many different materials, but furniture made of fishing nets? That's the vision of the Kelp Collection from Interesting Times Gang. Kelp Collection's design is visually inspired by biomimicry. The furniture for the Kelp Collection was originally commissioned by two-star Michelin chefs Niclas Jonsson and Daniel Hoglander. Large swaths of underwater kelp forests have been eradicated by unsustainable fishing practices and rising ocean temperatures. Kelp helps remove as much CO2 per hectare as 20 hectares of trees. By bringing awareness to the value of kelp and underwater ecosystems, the designers and restaurateurs hope to lend toward sustainable solutions. The Kelp Chair will also be featured in the Stockholm Furniture and Light Fairs exhibition called "Around the corner." It highlights a circular inspiration exhibition presenting a selection of cross-industry innovations.