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Rethinking, Reuse, Repurpose.

  • sustainablity
  • Reuse
  • Repurpose
  • scrap
  • industrial design
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
Mr. Pravinsinh Solanki
This project explores sustainable furniture design through the reuse of industrial scrap materials, specifically discarded iron pipes and metal mesh. Developed in collaboration with the Railway Design Centre, Ahmedabad, the project aimed to create a modular and stackable furniture system suitable for public and semi-public environments. The design approach focused on reviving neglected materials through thoughtful surface treatments such as textured powder coating, which enhances durability while concealing material imperfections. A carefully developed CMF strategy introduced pastel colour tones to create a visually engaging product language while reinforcing principles of the circular economy. Hands-on prototyping and close collaboration with local fabricators informed decisions related to cost, manufacturability, repairability, and scalability. The final outcome is a functional furniture system that transforms industrial waste into durable, meaningful products, balancing raw material character with contemporary aesthetics. The project demonstrates an approach to responsible making that integrates sustainability, user needs, and real-world public infrastructure constraints.
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
Profile
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
M.Des.
Mr. Pravinsinh Solanki
Rethinking, Reuse, Repurpose.
This project explores sustainable furniture design through the reuse of industrial scrap materials, specifically discarded iron pipes and metal mesh. Developed in collaboration with the Railway Design Centre, Ahmedabad, the project aimed to create a modular and stackable furniture system suitable for public and semi-public environments. The design approach focused on reviving neglected materials through thoughtful surface treatments such as textured powder coating, which enhances durability while concealing material imperfections. A carefully developed CMF strategy introduced pastel colour tones to create a visually engaging product language while reinforcing principles of the circular economy. Hands-on prototyping and close collaboration with local fabricators informed decisions related to cost, manufacturability, repairability, and scalability. The final outcome is a functional furniture system that transforms industrial waste into durable, meaningful products, balancing raw material character with contemporary aesthetics. The project demonstrates an approach to responsible making that integrates sustainability, user needs, and real-world public infrastructure constraints.
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE
HARDEEP VINODBHAI DAVE