The original. This set of three reusable totes from BAGGU is made in durable ripstop nylon, and can be used for groceries, books, beach gear, or gym clothes. Each tote conveniently folds into a pouch, making it easy to toss in a purse or backpack. The bags are also available in single versions.

Testa Produce The twirling blades of this wind turbine—the centerpiece of a $24 million LEED Platinum-certified warehouse built by a more than century-old produce and distribution company—symbolize rebirth in the city's Back of the Yards neighborhood, once a collection of stockyards immortalized in Upton Sinclair's The Jungle. The innovative facility also boasts an array of solar panels and water management technology, among other green features.

Before: McDonough #30 in 2016, pre-renovation. "I think what's great about New Orleans is that the history of its buildings are important to everybody here," says Melissa Rome, one of two principals of Rome Office. "They have a lot of great collections for you to find historic photos of whatever building you're working on."

This chic, reusable cutlery is made from organic, food-safe bamboo and water-based adhesives, and finished with premium natural oils. Enjoy the perfect picnic in safe, natural style.

This ultra-thin wood by Japanese brand Woodum is woven into fabric to create upholstery, pillows, placemats, and bags. The lampshades are made by fellow Japanese brand Cuiora from tightly rolled lengths of recycled paper.

Plywood People's Billboard Bags are made from upcycled billboard materials and coffee bags by refugees who fled conflict-plagued countries for Clarkston, Georgia. Workers receive job training, English lessons, and income through the project. Photo courtesy of Plywood People.

A participant in Plywood People's Billboar Bags project at work. Photo by Morgan Blake.

Where as many designers and architects created highly handcrafted pieces of furniture, Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner developed Brazilian design by venturing into mass-production with their company Forma. These lounge chairs were produced by Forma in Brazil during the 1950s and 1960s.

General Electric produced this clock.

Painting this diamond-plate steel backsplash a charming pink color makes the material feel less cold and industrial.

This adaptive reuse project in San Antonio transformed an early-20th–century warehouse into a lively design studio. Its open floor plan provides long-term flexibility for future users, while 1,200 square feet of roof space was removed to create a new courtyard while maintaining the original facade.

Super packable and water resistant, the Dwell Special Edition Reusable Nylon Bag from BAGGU is a versatile travel companion. Use it as a pool or beach tote to hold bottled water and sunscreen, or as a shopping tote on the go. When not in use, the cheerful quote packs into a slim square.

Baggu is the result of a mother-daughter collaboration to make a dent in reducing the use of plastic bags. Their reusable bags are on sale at baggubag.com.

The Weiners sit in one of the many large window bays, showing how the reused truck bodies look from within.

Helen Nissenboim washes produce at the sink, which, along with the faucet, is made by Vigo and sourced from Overstock.com.

Polish-born designer Aleksandra Gaca created these next-level bean bag chairs, which she calls Slumber Poufs, out of woven, three-dimensional fabrics including Kid Mohair and merino wool.

All the editors loved the Tools for Everyday Life booth, featuring products by designers-in-residence at Northumbria University in the UK (in fact, they snagged the best-in-show Accessories prize). The One Ton Bag shown here is Danny Duquemin-Sheil's thesis project; each one is made from recycled delivery sacks used to haul construction materials, i.e., extremely durable.

From Germany’s Pavilion: The Germany Pavilion focuses its impeccable Reduce/Reuse/Recycle installation on recent works in Germany that share a particular approach to Architecture as a Resource in times of austerity. It is a modest but intelligent intervention that invites us to rethink the concept of green architecture and the appreciation and care of relatively recent built heritage. A simple, clear and didactic installation, which is some relief in a biennial sometimes crowded by unprofitable information.

Using slightly updated processes, the Italian furniture design company Arper produced a limited edition run of 500 Bowl chairs to support the Instituto Lina Bo e P.M. Bardi in São Paulo and help finance the exhibition tour.

The Last Aphid woven upholstery, sourced from the Charley Harper archives and produced by Designtex, depicts four ladybugs poised to devour an aphid. The fabric, which can work for commercial interiors, is 71% Polyester (Postconsumer Recycled), 20% Nylon (Solution Dyed), 9% Polyester.

3D Zip Storage Bags from BAGGU, $8–$12 at store.dwell.com The 3D Zip Storage bags from BAGGU are designed with utility in mind. The largest bag in the series can be used for travel organization or gym clothes—it fits a pair of shoes—or craft supplies. The medium sized bag (pictured) is ideal for storing beauty products, electronics, or small toys, while the smallest 3D Zip is perfect for storing utensils, glasses, or jewelry. All three bags include a loop, making them easy to carry and hang.

From design legends Charles and Ray Eames, the Hang-It-All coat rack transformed an everyday object into a design classic. Playful multicolored hooks create a visual staccato of color that lends vibrancy to a room, while the solid white or black versions add more of a mod feel. This is a functional design gift that Eames fans will love.

“The circulation areas are more than just ways to get places, but spaces you actually want to be and hang out in,” says Eric Hass, a principal at DSH.

Among the shop’s best-sellers are these woven wool bags.

Some bags are sent back to the factory from retailers who wind up with a dozen yellow bags and no more red ones. They are then redistributed.

The Exploratorium museum, housed within the original bulkhead at Pier 15, accommodates four spacious galleries. The glass-and-steel Bay Observatory—the only new structure on the site—unites the Embarcadero with the bay. Photo by: Bruce Damonte. Original architects: G.A. Wood, H.B. Fisher, A.W. Nordwell (1930s) Contemporary architect: EHDD (2013) Preservation architect: Page & Turnbull 2013

As part of its mission to reuse urban infrastructure, the construction crew lifted and moved a century-old, 100-ton bridge from Ashland Avenue to Western Avenue with a Self-Propelled Modular Transporter. Construction crews tried to retain as much of the 16-foot-high concrete structure as possible while adding in handrails, access ramps and an undulating surface, which will provide terrain and topography on the trail. “It wasn’t Disneyland,” says engineer Stan Kaderbek. “It’s a piece of urban infrastructure that we remade for a new use.”

To minimize waste and reuse workable infrastructure, Aparium kept the original wood beams and steel pipes throughout The Iron Horse. Locally-produced textiles and artwork were also added to provide decorative accents in the rooms.

The basic set of Food Huggers comes in four different sizes to fit an array of fruits and vegetables. The flexibility of the silicone allows a snug fit, and each one can accomodate a range of cut produce. The Huggers will be available in four colorways: Fresh Greens, Autumn Harvest, Bright Berry, and Juicy Citrus.

Lime wall insets enliven the school's hallways.

Signs with green tips speckle the store, like this one about reusable lunch bags that sits next to fabric sandwich bags and lunch totes by Graze Organic and Rebel Green.

The kitchen work surface is crafted from terrazzo from InOpera, a company that reuses marble offcuts.

Memphis is still alive and strong at Salone del Mobile 2015. @kartell_official debuted this trio of Ettore Sottsass's designs created in 2004/2005, which'll be produced later this year.

This prefab house is built around a system of 4' by 4' concrete modules and a reusable formwork to save on costs and materials.

The bathroom is just to the right upon entry to the trailer. The floors are engineered hardwood in red oak by Mercier throughout, and the beechwood wall rack is a functional drop zone for bags, coats, and keys.