Circular furniture. Lessons from Nowy Styl’s re:think competition

Single-material designs, modular construction and reuse. Nowy Styl explores the future of furniture.

Design is as important as appearance

In the report from the re:think convention Nowy Styl describes the competition carried out with scientific support from Fraunhofer CCPE. The topic was soft seating concepts based on a single material, designed with recycling in mind. This is an example of looking for solutions already at the product design stage.

Three ideas for less complexity

Featured projects included Sascha Sartory's LYNKA, which uses molded felt modules, Daniel Streilein and Henry Boy's 3D-printed MONO, and Nick Geipel and Moritz Walter's Re:PET System. The manufacturer announced the presentation of the concept as prototypes at ORGATEC 2026. These are development projects that should not be identified with already available commercial collections.

How to translate a trend into an order

When purchasing equipment, ask about the possibility of replacing parts, the availability of upholstery and the method of separating materials. It is also worth checking the environmental documentation of a specific product. The color or the term "ecological" alone do not explain how the furniture will be used and what will happen to it after years.

Longer use starts with fit

A well-thought-out layout, appropriate dimensions and serviceable elements can facilitate further use of the equipment after office reorganization. We help you plan your purchase taking into account function, durability and after-sales service. The photo in the article shows the office arrangement, not the described prototypes.

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Source of news information - manufacturer's materials. Editorial Biuro Perfekt, November 4, 2026