Noemi Cortizas


Client: Wim Studio
cmf design, material research, circular design


Project

Catalogue RTS.
Materials collection



Recycled materials don't have to be unattractive - in fact, they can be stunning. The issue is that many designers and companies compromise the material's sustainability by incorporating virgin materials or additives that compromise its circularity and recyclability. As a designer, I believe that creativity and innovation should be the driving forces behind honest and down-to-earth sustainable design and experiences.

This project embodies my design philosophy. The RTS (Recycled Textile Stone) is a material where I've had the privilege of being part of the R&D team behind it. I also worked on some designs for it that have already been successfully used in various applications. 

But once we have the material, why should we stop? Why not create variations and sustainable versions of this material? How can we create unique colours and finishes by combining different waste materials and incorporating them into the main material? By pushing the boundaries of what's possible, we can create truly innovative and sustainable products that not only reduce waste but also inspire and delight.

Take a moment to appreciate the incredible diversity of this material, achieved through the cold-curing process. By experimenting with different waste materials, I and the WIM STUDIO team created a range of textures, finishes, and colours that showcase the potential of circular design. From glass and metal scraps to gradient-mixed fabrics and natural pigments, each variation is a testament to the power of innovation and sustainability

YES, we can create honest, beautiful, anf eco-friendly materials!




RTS. Wood, textures, vegetal pigments, metal scraps
RTS. Artdeco textures for tiling
Carbonized fibres, textures, metal & glass scraps, textiles from fashion cutouts
RTS. Parametric textures for tiling
RTS. Parametric textures for tiling
RTS. Recycled waste (plaster, fabrics, colored glass, shells)
Black textiles fibers & glass scraps.
RTS. Close view, glass scraps
RTS. Recycled brass with all the other waste included in the base material
RTS. Close view, glass scraps (gold)


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