“Plantte” is a seedling pot made from used coffee grounds and natural materials. Similar to biodegradable pots, once the seedling is ready to grow, it can be planted directly into the ground. Plantte aims to promote waste reduction of coffee grounds by displaying this pot in cafes. The main purpose of this is to visualise how much coffee is consumed, and how much is wasted at the end of each day. Therefore, this will help to inform consumers how Plantte can be beneficial towards natural plant growth, willing to encourage them to reduce coffee wastage.
Plantte
Plantte can be given to customers for free when they have purchased a cup of coffee.
Material Experimentation
The results of experimenting with ingredient proportions.
Form follows Function
The shape of the pot was made to hold soil and grow a seedling.
In Context: Planting
The pot can be planted directly into the ground.
Seedling Growth
The seedling has been planted and is in the process of growing.
'Plantte: Life Cycle'
This video shows Plantte's life cycle, from the cafe, to the making, to the consumers.
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