Cupcrete
The design addresses challenges in paper cup recycling by introducing a novel method to create a new eco-green material called Cupcrete, developed by two sisters. It is formulated by blending cement with shredded paper cups, which are then mixed with water to form a fluid mixture. This mixture is poured into molds and left to dry, transforming into bricks, tiles, panels, furniture, and home accessories. The design offers lightweight construction and boasts acoustic and thermal insulation properties, along with reduced cost and superior environmental advantages.
Cupcrete Papercups to Concrete by Samira & Sepideh Kharazan has been featured as a creative example of industrial design by the A' Design Award. Cupcrete Papercups to Concrete was awarded the Bronze A' Design Award in Sustainable Products, Projects and Green Design in 2024. The A' Sustainable Products, Projects and Green Design Award is an international, juried, academic and meritocratic design recognition program which recognizes exceptional design of sustainable projects, environment friendly designs, recycled, upcycled, bio-degradable products, Energy-Efficient appliances and more.
