White board that reads Material Exchange with materials in bins in the background

Material Futures: A Workshop in Systems of Exchange

Project Description
A resource center and workshop series using rescued materials to teach closed-loop thinking to designers. It builds networks across NYC to redistribute materials at no cost.
Two chairs separate
Two Chairs together
Images of found materials and a description of the process for reutilizing.
Image of shoes made of rescued materials.
A backpack that becomes a stretcher for a rapid response worker.

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There are opportunities to engage as a student, faculty, or organizational partner.

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