Sustainable Material Lifecycle Optimization for Design Libraries

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m polo designs - Sample'd
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
monica polo
Founder and Executive Director
(5)
5
Project
Academic experience
120 hours of work total
Learner
Anywhere
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Project management Community engagement Environmental sustainability
Skills
lifecycle management ibm system p sustainable materials building codes sustainable systems usability
Details

The project aims to develop a sustainable system for managing sample materials in architecture and design firm libraries. The primary goal is to optimize the lifecycle of these materials by incorporating Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), Health Product Declarations (HPD), and third-party rating systems such as Declare label, Cradle to Cradle (C2C), LEED, and WELL building standards. Additionally, the project seeks to address the issue of surplus materials by creating a streamlined process for their collection and repurposing. This will not only alleviate congestion in design libraries but also divert materials from landfills, transforming them into art projects that enhance community engagement and outreach. By doing so, the project will provide clarity and improved usability for design professionals while promoting sustainable practices.

Deliverables

- A comprehensive report detailing the optimized lifecycle management system for design library materials, including integration with EPD, HPD, and relevant rating systems.


- A practical guide for the collection and repurposing of surplus materials into community art projects.


- A presentation showcasing the benefits of the new system in terms of sustainability and community engagement.


- A prototype or pilot implementation plan for a design library to test the proposed system.

Mentorship
Skills, knowledge and expertise

Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.

Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes

The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

About the company

Company
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Academic association, Arts, Construction, engineering & trades, Education, Environment
Representation
Women-Owned Sustainable/green Neurodivergent-Owned Community-Focused

Reimaging Waste. Innovating Design
Sample'd is dedicated to the sustainable diversion of samples, cut-offs, and unwanted design materials—repurposing them for innovative design projects, art installations, and circular economy initiatives. We also assist design firms in establishing ongoing sustainable material research and processes, ensuring these sustainable materials are vetted by reputable third-party standards and focusing on full Life cycle application, EPD, and HPD's. Reimagining waste and innovative design is at the heart of everything we do, driving forward-thinking solutions in the design industry.