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Octagonal electric teakettle of hammered silver, with cane-wicker handle, designed by Peter Behrens for AEG (Allgemeine ElektricitÀts Gesellschaft), Berlin, c. 1909.
In the context of industrial design, the Broom Chair (2012) represents Philippe Starck's commitment to sustainability through the efficient use of synthetic materials.
Rather than relying on natural resources like wood or leather, Starck utilized waste materials collected from lumber and plastic factories to manufacture the chair for the American brand Emeco. This approach aligns with his philosophy that sustainability is best achieved by minimizing the total amount of material and energy required for production, while prioritizing the use of fully traceable plastics over traditional organic materials.1