2020 Sustainability Report

35 Ecology Throwing furniture away is a waste of resources and not sustainable, and furthermore disposing of it and buying new items costs money. Instead of throwing furniture away and buying new, existing items can be reprocessed, which saves resources and avoids emissions. Furniture can be given not just a new look (e.g. a new colour, new upholstery) but also new added value or features (e.g. made more comfortable, given additional functions). Good design takes account of how raw materials can be used efficiently and sensibly so that no resources are wasted. High-quality manufacturing extends the life-cycle of a product, which generally makes it more sustainable. Investing in solid quality is investment with a long-term impact. Sustainably produced raw materials are precious. There is a long-term benefit in valuing quality over quantity. Disposal! _1. Raw materials _2. Design _3. Production _4. Use Furniture is used and serves its purpose. However, over time it wears out and becomes less attractive. _5. Remanufacturing _6. New cycle of use Hardly any waste materials