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Loughborough University Student Wins Top Award for Waste-Reducing Design

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Henry Buckley, a 23-year-old product design and technology student at Loughborough University, has won the Virgin Atlantic Design Award at the New Designers exhibition in London for his innovative "MONO" design that cuts down on waste and saves space for city dwellers. The project involves a range of products that can be used with one single plug-in and a power module, which aims to save space and energy. Henry's design was chosen from among hundreds of entries, and he will receive two weeks of working experience in the Virgin Atlantic Customer Experience Design Department as his prize.

Key Takeaways:

  • Henry Buckley, a Loughborough University student, won the Virgin Atlantic Design Award for his waste-reducing design called "MONO".
  • The MONO design involves a range of products that can be used with one single plug-in and a power module, reducing electronic waste and energy consumption.
  • Three products have been developed as part of the range: an air purifier, electric fan, and hand-held vacuum cleaner.
  • Henry's design was inspired by the statistic that 54 million tonnes of electronic waste is produced worldwide each year.
  • Judges praised Henry's design as "beautifully executed" and a sustainable solution to an everyday problem for people living in smaller apartments.
  • Henry will receive two weeks of working experience in the Virgin Atlantic Customer Experience Design Department as his prize.

Statistics:

  • 54 million tonnes of electronic waste is produced worldwide each year (Henry Buckley's inspiration for the design).
  • Three products have been developed as part of the MONO range: an air purifier, electric fan, and hand-held vacuum cleaner.
  • Henry was 23 years old when he won the award.
  • The New Designers exhibition, where Henry showcased his design, took place in London.

Sources:

  • Henry Buckley's New Designers exhibition project submission (date not specified)
  • Article on Henry Buckley winning the Virgin Atlantic Design Award, Loughborough University student newspaper (date not specified)

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