Joshua Space is an artist and designer based in Collingwood whose work relies on Victorians to recycle correctly.
“The Recycled Series relies on Victorians to recycle their household waste properly, so we can repurpose it into design pieces,” Joshua says.
Joshua creates objects and art from 100% recycled household plastic – specifically HDPE plastic, which is generally found in milk bottles, shampoo bottles and other common plastics found in our household recycling bins. The recycled plastic bottles are shredded into flakes and then moulded into a range of objects and design pieces.
“I started to look at plastic knowing it was something that was in abundance.”
“I think it’s important to think about how we can use recycling and create objects that are perceived as beautiful.”
Joshua’s Recycled Series features items including pot planters, trinket trays and incense holders. He has even been commissioned to develop a range of bespoke tables for Tennis Australia, also made from recycled household plastics.
“I’m trying to reframe how people think about household recycling.”
