Sustainable Longevity
Understanding Sustainable Longevity
Defines sustainability as a function of lifespan, continuity of use, and repair rather than material novelty or environmental signalling.
Designing Explicitly for Repair
Explores how repairability must be deliberately designed through access, fasteners, materials, and documentation.
The Economics of Maintenance
Analyses maintenance as a long-term economic strategy that reduces cost, waste, and dependency.
Patina, Wear, and Honest Ageing
Examines materials and finishes that age visibly and meaningfully rather than concealing time.
Rejecting Disposable Design
Discusses how designers and users can resist disposability through choice, care, and expectation-setting.
Standards That Support Longevity
Explores how standards, tolerances, and specifications enable long service life.
Longevity as a Design Ethic
Frames longevity as an ethical commitment embedded in design decisions.