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Sustainability is no longer an added value—it has become a central criterion in any discussion around industrial design. In a context shaped by environmental pressures and the need for more responsible production models, furniture occupies a particularly revealing position. Not only because of its constant presence in public and private spaces, but also because of the materials, energy, and logistics involved in its manufacture. Talking about sustainable furniture today, therefore, means talking about how the surrounding objects are designed, produced, and managed.
The first key to sustainable furniture is understanding design as a complete system. It does not begin with form nor end with use. It starts with the selection of materials and extends through manufacturing, transportation, and the eventual recycling of products. Within this holistic approach, Resol has developed an industrial model that prioritizes resource optimization and reduction of environmental impact from the outset.
The first key to sustainable furniture is understanding design as a complete system. It does not begin with form nor end with use. It starts with the selection of materials and extends through manufacturing, transportation, and the eventual recycling of products. Within this holistic approach, Resol has developed an industrial model that prioritizes resource optimization and reduction of environmental impact from the outset.
The second key to recycled furniture lies in the practical application of the circular economy—not as a theoretical concept, but as an industrial practice. One example adopted by Resol in recent years is the production of pallets used for furniture transportation made from 100% post-industrial recycled plastic. A logistical element that is also part of the same commitment to waste reduction.
Another fundamental principle is durability. Sustainable furniture does not follow a logic of constant replacement. It is designed to withstand intensive use, adapt to different contexts, and maintain its functionality and aesthetic over time. In contract spaces, terraces, or interiors, the sustainable furniture proposed by Resol demonstrates that extending a product’s lifespan is among the most effective ways to reduce its environmental impact.
Finally, sustainable furniture raises a cultural question. It invites us to rethink our relationship with objects and to value processes, materials, and decisions that usually remain invisible. Beyond labels, sustainability is built through clearly defined technical, industrial, and ethical criteria, as well as concrete decisions that move design toward a more responsible future—one capable of meeting today’s needs without compromising those of tomorrow.
