Berlin Design Week's sixth edition, themed 'Resilience', celebrated design as a catalyst for progressive change and sustainable creativity, and spotlighted diverse talents and innovative projects from local and international designers across various disciplines.
Sandra Junele's unique and sustainable wall art panels, crafted with natural yarn waste and organic glue, were showcased at the event, reinforcing her commitment to sustainability with support from the British Council.
‘My name is Sandra Junele, and I am the founder of Junele, a small business specialising in unique and sustainable wall art panels. Our panels are crafted using pre-consumer natural yarn waste and organic plant-based glue. One of the remarkable aspects of our product is its circularity. When the panel reaches the end of its life cycle, the glue dissolves in water, leaving behind reusable fibres. Additionally, due to its natural composition, the panel is biodegradable. Moreover, when designed at a larger scale, it possesses sound-absorbing properties, adding functionality to its aesthetic appeal.
In the challenging landscape of today's market, it has become increasingly difficult to promote and market a product effectively. Therefore, I am grateful for the opportunity provided by the British Council to exhibit my wall panels at an international level, allowing me to reach a broader audience. The support and assistance I received British Council Germany made the experience of showcasing my work in an unfamiliar city much more manageable. Their guidance and collaboration were invaluable throughout the process.
Berlin Design Week served as an excellent platform for me to present my work and engage with the public. It was an incredibly enriching experience, allowing me to share the story behind my sustainable art panels, discuss their creative process, and highlight their environmental benefits. The positive reception and feedback I received were truly inspiring, reinforcing my commitment to sustainable design practices.’