This month saw the launch of the (MDIA), a new competition organized by design services company Loftwork. Aimed at highlighting recent advances in industrial materials, the competition celebrated nine sustainable craftspeople and manufacturers whose recycled, minimum-waste and biodegradable products ¡°inspire well-being and better living.¡±
Here are five On: Design favorites from the MDIA lineup.

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