At Milan Design Week 2026, Issey Miyake unveils 'The Paper Log: Shell and Core,' a project that creatively repurposes compressed paper rolls from its garment pleating process into functional furniture and sculptural objects, highlighting the potential of industrial waste. The collaboration with Ensamble Studio explores the material's structural and aesthetic qualities, bridging the gap between design and architecture.
The "Paper Log: Shell and Core" project by Issey Miyake and Ensamble Studio at Milan Design Week 2026 exemplifies innovative sustainable design by transforming industrial byproducts into functional art forms. This initiative leverages the unique properties of compressed paper rolls from garment pleating processes, creatively reimagining them as furniture and sculptural objects. For professionals focused on sustainable architecture and product design, this project underscores the potential of viewing industrial waste as a resource, encouraging a paradigm shift toward eco-conscious design practices.