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‘Do More With Less’ nominated for Irish Business Design Challenge

Nomination

28.02.2023

Nomination

Farrell is thrilled to announce that the ‘Do More With Less’ (DML) project, which focuses on circular furniture processes and business models in Ireland, has been nominated for the Irish Business Design Challenge (IBDC).

(Pictured; Edwin Jebb, Creative Director, Notions Creative; Sophie Reynolds, Circular Economy Policy & Innovation Lead, IMR; Tom Watts, Head of Design, Design & Crafts Council Ireland; Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment; Jamie Maguire, Owner / Founder, Notions Creative & Elaine Butler, Business Owner, Circular Design Institute)

'Do More With Less'

'Do More With Less'

The DML project is a study of circular furniture processes and business models in Ireland, with a focus on creating sustainable furniture that has a positive impact on the environment.

The project showcases Farrell’s commitment to sustainable design, and the DML team has worked tirelessly to create designs with this ethos at the forefront.

Positive Environmental Impact

Positive Environmental Impact

Sustainable design seeks to create opportunities for positive impacts on the environment, reducing the consumption of non-renewable resources, minimising waste, and creating healthy, productive environments.

Run by fellow Circuléire member, Design & Crafts Council, this competition helps to promote sustainable design within Irish businesses.

Recognising Innovation

Recognising Innovation

The IBDC – now in its third year – is open to all micro, small, and medium enterprises in Ireland that have designed sustainable products, services, or strategies that have benefited their customers, communities, and the environment at large.

Vote for DML

Vote for DML

By voting for the DML project, you can help Farrell be in with a chance of being awarded a fund that will be used for our Sustainability Strategy – helping to minimise waste and the consumption of non-renewable resources, creating positive impacts for our environment.

Voting for the IBDC closes on Sunday, March 5th and you can vote for the DML project by clicking this link: https://ibdc2023.awardstage.com/public/judging/carousel?EntryId=99353

We would also like to wish the best of luck to all of those shortlisted for the competition.