Balenciaga designed a couch with Harry Nuriev - The Balenciaga Sofa was made for the Design Miami 2019

In these times of climate emergency and the race for sustainability, promises and statements from luxury brands abound. But on the occasion of the upcoming Design Miami 2019, Russian artist Harry Nuriev and Balenciaga created their statement in the form of a design work: the Balenciaga Sofa.

It's a sofa composed of a transparent vinyl pillowcase and padded only with Balenciaga factory or warehouse scraps, with labels, buttons and patterns completely visible. The vinyl, on the other hand, has been recovered from the waste materials of Nuriev's previous works. The fashion house commented:

“The piece reflects Balenciaga’s recognition of the responsibility designers have to counterbalance their environmental impact, and dedication to implementing programs that upcycle waste and contribute to a circular economy.”