Material Pyramid for Furniture and Design

Material Pyramid for Furniture and Design is aimed at enhancing awareness of the climate impact associated with materials used in the furniture and design sector. The core idea of the material pyramid is to assess and compare the climate impact of individual materials, serving as a foundation for a more qualified and reflective discussion around the material choices in the early stages of the design process.

The Material Pyramid is intended as a tool for dialogue and as a starting point for conversations between designers and manufacturing companies during the early phases of design development or the initial stages of product development—where material selection plays a crucial role in determining a product’s overall climate footprint.

The Material Pyramid is targeted at designers, architects, furniture and interior manufacturers, as well as related professional groups within the industry. Additionally, it is intended to be used as a discussion and dialogue tool within the educational environments.