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Karatas Dilan
BRICK BY BRICK

In the retail industry, the quest for competitiveness often needs to be revised with sustainable practices. Retail interiors are frequently redesigned to appeal to customers, generating significant waste in the process.

However, Brick by Brick is changing the narrative. Set within the space of the former Siemens factory in Greenwich, it divides the ground floor unit into a workshop and retail area, interconnected by large glass panels.

This setup invites visitors to actively engage in upcycling retail waste and participating in the repair of preloved items. By showcasing the circular economy in action, Brick by Brick emphasises that waste can be repurposed and that retail can be appealing and sustainable.

The retail space, almost entirely furnished with retail waste materials, is a powerful testament to the potential of discarded items. Through consumer awareness and an implemented take-back system, Brick by Brick encourages a shift towards responsible and conscious consumption and adopting circular retail practices.

Brick by Brick sets an example for the industry by bridging the gap between retail and sustainability, illustrating that waste reduction and consumer appeal can go hand in hand.