Crafting unique products from paper, jeans, and sand using 3D printing technology

At the 2024 Stockholm Design Week, Reform Design Lab introduced the eco-friendly room divider Coulisse, created in partnership with Swt paper, and the sand 3D-printed lamp FRAKTUR, designed by Alexander Lervik.

These introductions not only boast exceptional design but also set new benchmarks in environmental responsibility. Reform Design Lab’s groundbreaking Reform Lounge Chair showcased the potential of innovative technologies, materials, and designs to revolutionize the way design products are produced and consumed in an eco-friendlier manner. This innovation was succeeded by the introduction of the more laid-back Chaise longue Motif and the Gestalt Coffee Table.

These pieces are crafted from UPM Formi 3D, a wood-based biocomposite that is eco-friendly throughout its lifecycle and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. This material not only delivers high performance and durability but also significantly reduces carbon emissions by up to 80 percent compared to conventional petroleum-based plastics.

For this year’s novel creations, however, Reform Design Lab has opted for entirely different materials, incorporating recycled paper, recycled jeans, and even sand, into their innovative designs.

Coulisse – a screen wall that’s completely recyclable

Coulisse is designed as a visually appealing and functional partition for workplace settings, offering sound insulation and available in various heights. Its construction involves a light panel crafted from recycled paper, which boasts an exceptionally low environmental footprint and is entirely recyclable.

The production method is notable for its minimal use of additives, marking a significant innovation. Additionally, the screen can be finished with a range of surface materials. Presently, Reform Design Lab employs two types: a recycled denim fabric sourced from leftover stock in the apparel industry, including from brands like Nudie Jeans, and recycled polyester.

This approach distinguishes Reform Design Lab by directly incorporating materials like denim from surplus industry supplies into their manufacturing process, setting them apart from other recycling and reuse practices.

FRAKTUR – a lamp crafted through 3D printing using sand

At Stockholm Design Week, the second novel item unveiled is the FRAKTUR lamp, a creation of the acclaimed designer Alexander Lervik, known for his extensive experimentation with 3D technology over the years. Alexander characterizes the lamp as a light sculpture, designed primarily to craft an aesthetically pleasing lighting atmosphere through its unique form.

”The light it provides becomes a general light in that area but I view this as a secondary function. With its shape and size, the lamp becomes a centerpiece that carries a room. But it can also be integrated as a small part of an interior in hotel lounges, private homes, conference rooms, church halls, or conservatories. The possibilities are many.” he says.