Given the increasing (or, perhaps, continuing since the Industrial Revolution) concern over carbon footprints, methods of reducing and reusing have infiltrated nearly every aspect of existence, particularly within the home. Have a look at this group of furniture and home decor that smart folks are producing from cardboard. Cardboard is watertight, (usually) economical, recyclable and amazingly strong. — Meaghan in The Decorated Cookie
graypants
Moon 18 Scraplight – $485
This Moon light shows exactly how amazing scraps of cardboard can be. (You should really stop by the entire collection.) I’ve been lately hunting for ceiling lighting, and such prices are similar to much of everything I’ve been seeing in the non-cardboard world.
Etsy
Party Chandelier Decor by Seequin – $46
This is my dream chandelier, I think. I wonder if you could add actual light without burning down your home. The detail about this laser-cut cardboard chandelier is stunning, as it comes in many different colors.
Etsy
White Cuckoo Clock Modern Laser Cut Cardboard Wall Decor by Seequin
Here is more amazing laser-cut cardboard out of this Etsy shop. It’s a cuckoo clock!
KARTON
The Paperpedic Bed – AUD 194
The Australian firm Karton Group is becoming much press for their exquisite and flexible yet strong cardboard furniture. They have bedroom sets, office sets, storage furniture, tables and chairs. You must browse this site. Presently, they just ship throughout Australia.
ThinkGeek
Cardboard Safari Unicorn Trophy – $12.99
The beauty of cardboard monster decorations is that no critters need be harmed. Unicorns rejoice! You’re safe.
ComfortMarket
Krooom K-201/msh Kidsdy Table and 2 Chair Set – $69.99
Adorable, affordable, foldable and recyclable — I mean, come on, how perfect is that to get a kid?
Animi Causa
Stooobe Stool – $44.99
This cardboard footstool comes in a tree stump pattern, and it’s storage inside. This is definitely a doable addition to the home.
Inmod
Sprout City Printing Cubby Bin – $18
Maybe use these to collect the recyclables. I think that it’s fitting to accumulate recycling with a recyclable container. These are affordable storage also.
MoMA Store
Low Table Set – $1,535
This set of three tables made from corrugated cardboard was designed by architect Frank Gehry for stability and strength. Sounds good to me!
Upcycle Pendant Lamp – $249
Here is another option to get a hanging light. This pendant lamp is designed by Joe Manus and created out of upcycled corrugated cardboard and plywood.
CB2
Cardboard Storage Trunk – $24.95
The classic storage trunk details include some witty appeal to a huge cardboard storage box. Maybe use it to the college dorm.
Etsy
Cardboard Vase, Modern Design, Glass Vase Insert from Urban Analog
Flower vases even exist in cardboard kind. Although I must note a glass vase rests inside. I think cardboard that may hold water is yet to be invented.
hive
Paper Mirror – $1,173
This magnificent, Snow White–esque (in my opinion) mirror is made out of honeycomb panels, cardboard and paper. Given the price, I’m guessing it is very sturdy and well made.
Lumens
Paper Cupboard by Moooi – $5,236
You’ll find a good bit more cardboard furniture from the firm Moooi on this site (such as a table, folding display, buffet, table and chandelier lamp). Prepare to cover a package, but it is impressive what they’ve created with honeycomb panels, cardboard and papier-måché.
Animi Causa
Eco Dog – $37.99
This can be so much easier than focusing on a real puppy, although I suppose cuddling would be harder. There is also a hippo, a penguin, a cat and a camel available.
Kikkerland Design
Foldable Battery Box – $2
A bit of practical home decoration, this cardboard box keeps your batteries until you can correctly recycle them. It’s a far more clever design compared to older coffee can I use.
CB2
Cardboard Radio – $39.95
This really is a real-live ecofriendly workable radio created from cardboard. Every home needs some songs.
Panik Design
Villa Julia Small Cardboard House – GBP 159
The Villa Julia cardboard playhouse made by Javier Mariscal may be the cutest playhouse I’ve ever seen. Though, in my hunt, I’ve just seen it sold outside the US (where I reside). This one is available in the united kingdom.
RedEnvelope
3 Foot Tall Cardboard Playhouse – $49.95
For an extremely reasonably priced choice, this cardboard playhouse is just 3 ft tall and comes at a rocket ship design.
UncommonGoods
Cardboard Cat Chalet – $25
Your cat may enjoy cardboard. The beauty of this design is that it is truly made for your cat. The cardboard roof can support up to 30 pounds; the interior is corrugated for scratching; the pure material absorbs cats’ pheromones, so that they make it their own; also it includes four “animal head” trophies for decorating.
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