Automorphosis
Tiles reborn from discarded Glass
Automorphosis is a 100% recycled architectural tile/panel system made from discarded, coated automobile glass, diverting a major waste stream. For architects, interior designers, and eco-conscious users, it provides a high-value, fully recyclable material for surfaces and space division. Production is additive-free and uses a low-energy melting process (under 1000°C), significantly reducing environmental impact. The material has undergone strength testing and certification.
Company/Institution
National Institute of design
The National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad is a highly respected, government-backed design institute with a long history (established in 1961), rooted in the Bauhaus-style “learning by doing” philosophy. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of design disciplines. Beyond teaching, NID engages in research, consultancy, and applied design services. It plays a significant role in both national design capacity and global design engagement, backed by strong infrastructure, international collaborations, and a commitment to socially relevant design.
Country
India
Designer(s)
Anjala SS
I am a master’s student in Ceramic and Glass Design at the National Institute of Design. My design philosophy is rooted in sustainability and environmental consciousness. With a background in architecture, I’ve come to believe that in today’s world, the materials we choose are just as important as the function they serve. Once function and purpose are fulfilled, what remains is the material its impact, its afterlife. Design thinking, therefore, should not end at the product but extend to what happens afterward.