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Chairs Quote by Philippe Starck

“Working with Emeco has allowed me to use a recycled material and transform it into something that never needs to be discarded - a tireless and unbreakable chair to use and enjoy for a lifetime. It is a chair you never own, you just use it for a while until it is the next persons turn. A great…” quote by Philippe Starck
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“Working with Emeco has allowed me to use a recycled material and transform it into something that never needs to be discarded - a tireless and unbreakable chair to use and enjoy for a lifetime. It is a chair you never own, you just use it for a while until it is the next persons turn. A great chair never should have to be recycled. This is good consideration of nature and man kind.”

Philippe Starck

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sustainable Design, Philippe Starck, 2015

Starck describes a chair made from recycled material that is shared, durable, and never truly owned, emphasizing communal use and environmental respect.

In simple terms: A shared, lasting chair respects nature.

Key Takeaway

Design for shared, lasting use.

Themes

sustainability design community reusability environment

Mood

optimistic thoughtful

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • creating public furniture
  • implementing sharing programs
  • educating about waste reduction
  • designing for longevity

Key Concepts

circular economy product lifecycle minimalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can shared design change consumption habits?
  • What barriers exist for communal ownership?
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