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Text: Hina Nitesh

‘It’s the little things that citizens do. That's what will make a difference.

My little thing is planting trees’

Wangari Maathai, Kenyan environmentalist.

 

Handcrafted bamboo furniture

We all need to do our little bit to make a difference. Bengaluru based Bamboopecker is one of those who are doing more than just a little. Established in 2009, the firm has been exploring possibilities of using natural materials like bamboo, cane, mud, coconut etc. to replace the non environmentally friendly materials.     

Coconut shell bowl

In the process of making products with these materials, Bamboopecker is also reviving the traditional craftsmanship skills. The products themselves are designed in a trendy and contemporary way making them desirable.

An amplifier in bamboo with unique artwork

The Bamboopecker store in Bengaluru is one of its kind that has a whole range of sustainable products under one roof.  

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                                     BAOBAB IN THE HOUSE 

                                                                             

                                                                                                Hina Nitesh

The African landscape is incomplete without the iconic Baobab tree. The pod-like fruit of these trees is the starting point in the story of Seedling Design. The firm, founded by Fabiana and Roberto who have a background in Architecture and Urbanism,  is driven by concepts of sustainability and eco-friendly alternatives. 

Dried Baobab Pod becomes a lamp with minimal additions.

The enterprise combines modern technology and traditional wisdom to create unique lamps and homeware. The technological intervention is minimal and focus is on creating a unique handcrafted product.

Each product is unique because each pod is unique.

When nature inspires, each piece is unique with its own identity. The surface decor of tiny holes is created manually and is a result of the intended function of the product. 

Simplicity in design of the snack bowl.

The products from Seedling Designs are rustic but exude a certain charm. They are like a breath of fresh air in the world full of mass-produced, single-sue products that are as far from nature as can be.

Storage jars in nature

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