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Mexico's MestizObjects

I've always been fascinated by human creativity, and some of it's finest expressions are found in the most humble places. In Mexico, like in so many other places where there is a lot of scarcity, there is also incredible resourcefulness. "One man's trash is another's treasure. " We have all heard this. And this couldn't … Continue reading Mexico's MestizObjects

Spark shaker- creating a new category of products

The story of SPARK begins from a cross-pollination between music and design. This multidisciplinary birth allowed us to create a new product that opened a new category in itself: energy generating percussion musical instruments. Spark is a music percussion instrument that generates power through its use. It uses kinetic energy to generate electricity. As the … Continue reading Spark shaker- creating a new category of products

A Manifesto for Designers for Humanity

I know we are swamped by manifestos. Even brands have manifestos. Although the power these (manifestos) once had to ignite the imagination and active participation of people has dwindled over time, I still think manifestos provide a good way of clarifying what an initiative is about and a good way for values to be explained … Continue reading A Manifesto for Designers for Humanity

Designers for Humanity present at the EUSEW 2016 sustainability week in Brussels

Picture credit: Paola Vaneza Isaak