The circular economy has become increasingly vital for society, businesses, and the economy as a whole. The furniture industry is embracing sustainability by using eco-friendly materials, improving energy efficiency, extending product lifespan, supporting repair and recycling, and other responsible practices.
The INFURI Project, in which we partnered, aims to promote innovation and sustainable business models in the furniture industry. It focuses on equipping SMEs employees with circular economy skills while fostering collaboration with key stakeholders (companies, universities, research centers).
STEP led the work on the 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 “𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒄 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑬𝒓𝒂 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒊𝒓𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒓 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚”, featuring case studies and key competencies for adopting circular practices in the furniture industry:
Sustainable Design & Reuse
Material Knowledge
Supplier Collaboration
Life Cycle Management
Innovative Production
Business Models
Market Awareness
Leadership & Collaboration
Education & Awareness
Waste Management
Systems Thinking
The companies featured in the 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 are:
Intermontage BV leads in sustainable interior design, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction across its 5,836 completed projects in The Netherlands.
KNOF promotes sustainable living in Slovenia by restoring furniture and fostering local entrepreneurship with positive environmental and social impact.
Carpentry Ornik specializes in crafting furniture from reclaimed wood, championing circularity and zero waste in every piece.
Biosofa crafts 100% natural, toxin-free sofas, blending Italian tradition with eco-friendly innovation for a healthier, plastic-free home.
FLA Plus by FederlegnoArredo drives sustainability in the Italian wood and furniture industry, offering tools and projects for a greener future.
Koo International merges design, innovation, and quality to create timeless seating furniture for a global, design-conscious audience.
COCO-MAT revolutionized sleep with natural mattresses, now offering a full range of eco-friendly home products across Europe.
Bracia Romanowscy Stolarstwo emphasizes thoughtful, sustainable living through high-quality furniture made from post-consumer materials.
Discover the detailed insights on the project website, where you can find the book in 7 language versions. For more project results and additional information follow this link.
