Join host Ian Peterman in this inspiring episode of Conscious Design as he interviews Leva Konaté, an account executive at Pretty Plastic. Konaté shares the remarkable journey of Pretty Plastic, which began in 2017 with a commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly construction through the use of 100% recycled building materials. The company initially focused on creating innovative building tiles from household HDPE plastics, earning accolades for their unique designs. As they transitioned to working with PVC, they faced significant challenges but ultimately succeeded in developing high-quality tiles that repurpose PVC waste from various sources. This episode explores Pretty Plastic’s dedication to circularity in the construction sector, highlighting their aesthetically pleasing and easy-to-install tiles designed specifically for schools and utility buildings.

Notable Moments:

00:00 – Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:26 – The Origin Story of Pretty Plastic

04:22 – Challenges and Innovations in Recycling PVC

06:50 – Product Development and Market Expansion

16:05 – Sustainability and Future Plans

34:35 – Conclusion and Contact Information

About Pretty Plastic

Pretty Plastic transforms waste into stunning, safe, and enduring facade and roof claddings, championing a circular Economy where resources thrive in a cycle of continuous renewal. Our tiles are made of 100% recycled PVC. Embrace the beauty of upcycling, one tile at a time – from trash to tile, building(s) from waste. 

Learn More About Pretty Plastic

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prettyplastic/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we_are_prettyplastic/

Website: https://www.prettyplastic.nl/

Pinterest: https://nl.pinterest.com/weareprettyplastic/

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