The intention is a planned product with a limited lifespan. The most common form of product obsolescence is the fading out of product when new versions with major or brand new minor innovations, colors, etc. are replacing the current product line; however, planned product obsolescence is another story.

Biomimicry in design for a sustainable future, cut material cost, energy saving and reduce waste is just a few advantages when imitating natures way of doing things

At the core of developing a sustainable design is to learn a basic set of values and understanding that things are interconnected

Does a pair of shoes have a different meaning or seen less valuable depending on location, culture, economic situation and social class? Is there a difference perceiving when a pair of shoes is ready for the bin? Does we pay attention to repairs, trends or do we think about it at all?

Sustainability is fast becoming a buzz word throughout the design and fashion industry. Fashion and Ecology are a paradox in itself, where the demand for fast-fashion life cycle clashes with the idea of an extended and slower fashion. Sustainable fashion, also called eco fashion, is a part of the growing design philosophy and trend of sustainability in product design.

Sustainable fashion or so-called Eco fashion  is becoming mainstream. However, fast fashion is like dog chasing its tail. The faster the merry goes round the easier we will fall off. Is this fashions answer to the lack of creativity amongst designers or just a CEO short tactics to please the investors? Read more.

Daily quotes is a new editorial series of post said by important people throughout history; mostly on questions faced today on sustainability, environmental problems and related issues are on the global agenda. Smart people know that quotes can change many negative opinions and mindset into positive actions.