Heritage-inspired sustainable furniture

Country in which the innovation is available:

Portugal

Name of the innovation:

Heritage-inspired sustainable furniture

Innovator:

DAM Portugal

CRT Category:

Plastic, Food, Sustainable & Inclusive Markets

What is this innovation about?

DAM Portugal focuses on designing sustainable furniture that combines traditional Portuguese craftsmanship with sustainable materials, such as cork, natural wood from certified forests, eco-friendly fabrics, and recycled components. This approach preserves local heritage and promotes environmental stewardship, resulting in unique, high-quality furniture suitable for eco-conscious consumers and that aligns with sustainable practices.

What’s in it for a tourism SME?

DAM’s sustainable furniture offers long-term value for tourism SMEs, as these pieces are crafted with durability and quality in mind, reducing the need for frequent replacements. Showcasing a commitment to environmental responsibility and local craftsmanship, can contribute to SMEs attractiveness towards growing market niches focused on environmental and social sustainability.

Consider that:

A potential challenge in adopting this innovation for small SMEs might be the initial cost barrier, although the longevity of the furniture compensates over time. Nevertheless, tourism SMEs adopting DAM’s furniture can expect an enhanced customer experience, as guests appreciate the sustainable, culturally rich environment created by these thoughtfully designed furnishings.

Keywords:

local heritage, recycled material, durability,  craftsmanship, environmental stewardship

Innovator’s website:

https://damportugal.com

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Disclaimer

*This post includes information publicly available online between March and October 2024. Some text is directly quoted from sources (see ‘Innovator’s website’ & ‘Sources and Copyrights’), while other parts are summarized or paraphrased and may not fully reflect the original intent. Online information and data may have changed or been removed since collection. Please always verify the most updated and accurate version of the innovator’s website and/or get in touch with the innovator for more and accurate information.
** This post shares insights on behalf of the Cross-Re-Tour EU-funded project. It is intended as a source of inspiration for tourism businesses interested in green and digital innovation. However, it does not guarantee that the mentioned innovation will be fully or partially eligible under the terms and conditions of the upcoming Call for Proposals within Cross-Re-Tour.