Currently, there has been a huge transformation in the design world with regards to how designers approach their work. Amidst our current climate crisis, sustainable solutions have been pushed to the forefront of the industry. Moreover, designers have been called to question their practices and ultimately rethink the way in which they approach projects.
Examining my role as a graphic designer through the lens of sustainability, I gained a better understanding about the designer’s critical role in developing long-term sustainable packaging solutions. This project aims to provide designers with a basic understanding surrounding sustainability as well as serve as a field guide for their use to better integrate as well as advocate for sustainable solutions within their own projects. By unpacking these issues and raising awareness about the more systemic concerns related to sustainable package design, this conversation is just the beginning of a much needed, societal shift.