Cow Dung Goes High Design
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What's new, and interesting, is that the conversation is about the practical benefits, over the "ugliness" of the concept. This conversation is framed in a sustainability and environmental context, which in the face of climate change, is timely and relevant.
It's particularly poignant coming out of Italy, a culture where they pride themselves in their passion for design, and form over function, whether it is furniture, fashion, cars, etc.