Make It Better

Here is a link to an article featured in Monday's New York Times about the development of environmentally-friendly materials such as soy-based polyurethane and formaldehyde-free adhesives. The author profiles Stella, a children's bath toy that is made of Renuva, a soy-based polyurethane. Stella is an example of a designer using a environmentally-friendly material to improve product design. Simple Shoes is another company who is re-inventing their products, they just introduced a collection of biodegradable footwear. I know that price is usually a big concern, but something to think while designing your next project.