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7 upcycled designs that run circles around the competition

A little upcycling can go a long way in a project. In addition to promoting circularity and long-lasting, responsibly made products, decorating with repurposed materials helps save furniture and textile waste from the landfill. From wallcoverings to fabrics and rugs, here are seven sustainable pieces with minimal environmental impact and maximum style.

Courtesy of Romo
Courtesy of Romo
LUME FR FABRIC IN FERN BY KIRKBY DESIGN — ROMO
Available in five ombre colorways, including lime-green Fern, deep blue Kingfisher and rich red Radicchio, this sheer wonder is composed of recycled polyester.

Courtesy of Jaipur Living
Courtesy of Jaipur Living
MANCHAHA LUB6563 RUG — JAIPUR LIVING
This hand-knotted stunner, a product of the Manchaha upcycling initiative, is made from leftover yarns and comes clad in an abstract flora-and-fauna motif designed by an artisan duo from India.

7 upcycled designs that run circles around the competition
Courtesy of Scout Design Studio
DIMESTORE COWGIRL — SCOUT DESIGN STUDIO
How original! Texas-based artist Tat Frederick fashioned this vintage-style artwork with hand-painted bottle caps.

Courtesy of Arte
Courtesy of Arte
ALBA WALLCOVERING IN TURQUOISE — ARTE
Individually woven strips of mulberry bark forge the naturally tactile hand of this ultradimensional number.

Courtesy of Jaipur Living
Courtesy of Jaipur Living
MANCHAHA LES1373 RUG — JAIPUR LIVING
An artisan from Rajasthan loomed this wool-and-bamboo beauty from salvaged fibers and adorned it with a geometric landscape motif and an eye-catching teal blue fringe trim.

Courtesy of Hartmann&Forbes
Courtesy of Hartmann&Forbes
UTOPIA WALLCOVERING BY BARBARA BARRY — HARTMANN&FORBES
Covered in a thin layer of cork, this metallic gem showcases an expressive geometric pattern and a shimmery finish.

Courtesy of Romo
Courtesy of Romo
ADAPT UPHOLSTERY IN MONOCHROME BY KIRKBY DESIGN — ROMO
A classic plaid with an innovative twist, this eco-conscious textile is crafted from reclaimed materials.

Products featured in this article have been sourced from BOH’s Collections vertical, a showcase of the latest debuts from some of the industry’s leading brands.

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