IKEA organized an initiative for environmentally and socially responsible products, including the fabulous Hella Jongerius vases pictured above. Coolhunting says:

2 1/2 years, 28 designers, 42 pieces: The challenge Ikea set forth—to produce socially and environmentally responsible products using simple (often reused, recycled, and repurposed) materials. By all accounts the designers succeeded, often brilliantly. Using fish nets, recyled packing crates, bamboo and Indian newspapers to mention a few sources, the designers have created a range of products that are functional (storage, seating, tables) and decorative (vases, fabrics, cushion covers).

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