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Designer responsibility

Designer responsibility. How to reduce environmental damage. Design. Design products which are durable, comfortable and functional rather than fashionable. Design products that can eb reused rather than disposed of. Source local materials to cut down on transport. Fabrics.

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Designer responsibility

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  1. Designer responsibility How to reduce environmental damage

  2. Design • Design products which are durable, comfortable and functional rather than fashionable. • Design products that can eb reused rather than disposed of. • Source local materials to cut down on transport.

  3. Fabrics • Consider using organic materials • Consider the use of dyes, printing,finishing before using • Avoid dry clean or special care fabrics • Consider using recycled materials

  4. Components • Check what your components are made from • For example a lot of zips and buckles can be made by electroplating which involves producing a toxic sludge. • Reduce the number of components if possible. • Use recycled components

  5. Production • Use reusable patern blocks • Look at reducing wastage • Use processes which create less waste • Look for methods which could reduce green house gases.

  6. End use • Provide clear aftercare instructions • Include labels that give information on how to recycle • Donate or resell stock that is no longer needed.

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