Mask Reproduction Commercial Product --
Aiming to Reduce Marine Pollution
Based on the international context of extensive ocean pollution caused by the large volume of discarded face masks in the post-pandemic era, we explored a method for recycling and reusing disposable medical face masks, and proposed a production process as well as a commercial plan for manufacturing reusable tote bags using discarded face masks.
YEAR
2021
1 months
COLLABORATORS
Danchang Yan
Chenghao Pan
Yawen Chen
Longxuan Chen
Xinli Chen
Qier Zhang
ROLE
Product Designer
TOOLS
Adobe suit
Blender
Sewing
INTRODUCTION
The global face mask market surged in 2020 due to the pandemic, with sales increasing 100-fold from 2019. However, improper disposal of masks has caused severe environmental issues, with 1.56 billion masks discarded in oceans, leading to microplastic pollution that takes 450 years to degrade and threatens marine ecosystems and human health.
BACKGROUND
CURRENT SOLUTIONS ANALYSIS
Stylish and eco-friendly tote bag made from recycled materials obtained from used face masks.
Users dispose used masks and purchase tote bags through Recycling & Retail Integrated Cabinet.
PRODUCT CONCEPT
DeepBlue is founded on the concept of "Ocean · Environment" in the post-pandemic era. We delve into marine waste, crafting products from renewable materials, showcasing an alternative approach to environmental conservation.
BRAND DESIGN
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
Disassembling face masks
