Bespoke Sustainable Design Workshop
​Join me in creating designs that positively impact our planet and society!
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My bespoke Sustainable Design Workshop is specially created for art and design students and creatives. The workshop aims to equip the students with sustainable design skills through principles such as up-cycling, zero-waste design, and cradle-to-cradle design, supported by thematic theories. 
During this hands-on workshop, the students will learn how to repurpose second-hand textiles and recycled materials using various crafts techniques to create environmentally-friendly designs. They will gain insights into zero-waste principles and learn how to minimise waste throughout the design process while considering the entire lifecycle of a product.
Additionally, the students will be encouraged to reflect on their designs' social, cultural, and environmental impacts and explore how traditional crafts can be integrated into their work to create meaningful and sustainable designs.

This workshop empowers students with the skills needed to create designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also socially and environmentally conscious. By participating in this workshop, students will be better prepared to meet the industry's growing demand for environmentally responsible design practices.

If you are a university or art institution looking to provide your students or staff with a unique and impactful learning experience, this bespoke Sustainable Design Workshop is the perfect fit. Please reach out to me via e-mail at  [email protected] to discuss how we can tailor this workshop to meet the unique needs of your students or employees and inspire a more sustainable future through their creative endeavours.

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The images below are some of the results of the Sustainable Design Workshop given at the Theatre Design course at the University of the Arts Utrecht, in January 2022. As per request from the school, this week-long workshop focused on sustainable costume design by reusing second-hand materials, supported by theory such as Ecodramaturgy.

Workshop template

Monday
Introductions, foundational theories and group discussions regarding sustainability and ethical design approaches. First practical assignments, and start researching themes and materials.
Tuesday
Additional in-depth theory. Students choose their own themes to explore and work with. More practical assignments and individual time to research the themes and materials.​

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Wednesday
Individual theme and process presentation with peer feedback. Continue individual work: practical material research.
Thursday
Group discussion and feedback, continuing individual work towards final design. Work on final presentation the next day. 
Friday
Finishing touches on designs. Final presentations where theory, theme and designs are explained, including peer feedback.