DOI

https://doi.org/10.25772/N5Z4-TM59

Defense Date

2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts

Department

Dean's Office Qatar

First Advisor

Marco Bruno

Second Advisor

Dr. Giovanni Innella

Third Advisor

Dr. Byrad Yyelland

Abstract

What if waste could be seen as a valuable resource rather than a burden? Food Waste Renaissance (FWR) explores innovative ways to transform excess food and byproducts into sustainable design materials. In Qatar, where food waste constitutes approximately 60% of urban waste, FWR promotes a shift in perception rather than attempting to resolve large-scale waste management issues. By fostering a culture where surplus becomes a resource, it inspires individuals, designers, and communities to embrace and contribute to a circular economy. FWR examines rice and date byproducts as biodegradable raw materials for lamps, bringing material from the table back to the table. Their translucency, texture, and organic unpredictability lend themselves to a unique outcome, demonstrating how today’s waste can become tomorrow’s sustainable design solutions.

Rights

© The Author

Is Part Of

VCU University Archives

Is Part Of

VCU Theses and Dissertations

Date of Submission

5-8-2025

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