The future is being rewritten in Vienna's Urban Lakeside: FANTOPLAST has been focusing on sustainable material development with an interdisciplinary team of designers and researchers since 2024. The goal? High-quality panels made from 100% recycled PETG that are not only good for the environment, but also good for the eyes.
How do you rethink the everyday? Vera Purtscher, architect and designer, has the answer: with her passion for aesthetics and functionality, she creates cutlery and glasses that adorn the tables of top restaurants and design lovers around the world. Her designs - from the iconic "MoonLashes" to the innovative "SinStella" collection - are timeless companions for memorable moments.
ODROWĄŻ is more than just a fashion label - it is a declaration of love for nature and the culture of clothing. Instead of plastic and mass production, Bettina Reichl's fashion label focuses on natural materials, craftsmanship and a deep sense of responsibility towards the environment. In doing so, she brings a new perspective to the fashion world that is in harmony with the needs of the planet.
Imagine you are at a conference and listening to an exciting presentation. Someone next to you starts drawing - not just notes, but complex illustrations that bring the content to life. That's graphic recording! Instead of just taking notes, our Creative of the Month, Lana Lauren, transforms ideas, discussions and presentations into visual stories.
In a world where more and more people are longing for sustainable alternatives, Sarah Anderl and Petra Kamenar are bringing a fresh, creative vision to the jewelry industry. With the EVE, EVELINE and FEE collections under their Birdy & Bee label, the two entrepreneurs are setting new standards for sustainable jewelry.
When taking photographs, the photographer's perspective is crucial: through the lens of his camera, he can view the world from a completely new angle and thus often discover hidden beauty. Our Creative of the Month, Gregor Schwarzacher, reveals mysterious objects in nature in his first photography exhibition MONOLITH, creating new perspectives on our relationship with the environment.
In the middle of the picturesque landscape of Pöllau, Austria, there is a unique farm store that stands out from the crowd. Karin Heschl-Polzhofer has created DESIGN AB HOF with the aim of combining agriculture and the creative industry.
Anyone who has ever tried to paint a wall with special patterns knows how incredibly difficult it is to transfer sketches from paper to a wall. Our Creative of the Month, Anja Grohmann, is not only a talented expert in illustration, lettering and design, but also knows how to bring large surfaces to life.
Together with Percy Thonet, designer Anna Prinzhorn has opened a venue that showcases not only her own art, but also that of up-and-coming international artists. Under the name "CHAMBER", visitors can find exciting design and sustainable products.
In a world that is increasingly characterized by environmental problems and resource scarcity, circular design is becoming more and more important. With his "Circular Design - Sustainability Exhibition" at the Design:District in Vienna's Hofburg, architect and designer Christian Kroepfl shows that great design does not have to compromise on form and function.
