about the project


By re-harvesting waste, or more precisely, by reclaiming residual materials, we can significantly reduce or even eliminate the need for freshly extracted resources in architecture and design. When we shift our architectural and design thinking towards alternative methods rather than relying on conventional construction materials, we open up opportunities to utilize different material waste streams. These residual materials, often deemed unnecessary, can be repurposed either in their original function or given a completely new use.




reharvest repair is a circular economy research project supported by the RISD Somerson Sustainability Innovation Fund and has two connected components:

re-
harvesting


to build networks with the RI Industries and document the material discard flows that can be utilized


re-
pair


the reimagination and transformation of these resources with and along community partners, institutional partners, students, and communities at large through community engagement





Rhode Island School of Design
20 Washington Place
Providence 02906
USA