PROJECT INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS for Further Work
This report has showcased a few examples of barriers and potentials for design-led circularity in Denmark. Circular business models and design strategies are generally quite underdeveloped, and that is exactly what the cases demonstrate – that even in some of the most forward-thinking design companies in Denmark, a fixed solution is still a very distant prospect. Working on a project with different types of design products created an awareness of strengths and weaknesses at many levels, with various synergistic effects. First of all, the dialogue between the four respective case studies of fashion, workwear, carpets and furniture brought to the participants an awareness of their unique position in circular transition work. But it also became clear that many of the issues discussed were shared concerns of how to move earning opportunities into the secondary market, within the currently very linear business environment. In short, how is it possible to turn the unfortunate overproduction and overconsumption of today into a resourceful business of tomorrow – and how can designers help to accomplish this? Below are some inspiring recommendations that can hopefully spur debate within the industry, education and beyond.
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