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Industrial Design program's 30th annual ReMade project debuts May 30 at Ideal in downtown Bellingham

ReMade 2025: Circularity explores products designed for disassembly, recyclability and material recovery.

The Western Washington University Industrial Design program returns with its 30th annual ReMade exhibition, opening May 30th at Ideal in downtown Bellingham.  Founded in 1995 by Professor ArÅ«nas OÅ¡lapas, ReMade challenges 12 junior-level students to transform discarded materials into market-ready products—moving from concept to storefront in just eight weeks.  

Ideal, a Bellingham shop focused on good design, has partnered with our Junior Industrial Design Studio since 2009 to host this community-favorite event. Stop by, Friday, May 30th from 6–9 p.m., to meet the designers and take home a piece of sustainable innovation.

This year’s theme, Circularity, explores how products can be designed for disassembly, recyclability, and material recovery. Expect a vibrant mix of home goods, fitness gear, and playful decor—each crafted from reclaimed materials and accompanied by student-designed packaging and branding.


For more information about the ReMade project, contact Justin Lund at lundj7@wwu.edu

Cove, catch all tray made from pvc pipe and scrap wood. Created by David Griffin
Ropeworks: Massage Roller, a massage roller made from Samson Rope offcuts. created by Bella McDermott and Samuel Larsen
Kipper, wooden collectibles made from butcher block offcuts. Created by Yoshihiro Hose
Skribbage, a cribbage board made from decommissioned skis, created by Megan Almquist
Kernn, bag made from retired climbing rope. Created by Margit Williams
Galpi, a bookmark made from leftover textile materials. Made by Gahyun KimÂ