Botvid
Where discarded materials meet circular thinking, purposeful storytelling, and thoughtful craftsmanship.
Concept
In collaboration with Johanna Pettersson for the Circular Design course at Mid Sweden University, we developed Botvid, a sustainable business concept that transforms landfill-retrieved materials into functional, Nordic-inspired products. Our project began with a rare discovery: a pair of size 44 slippers at the Sundsvall landfill, which became the foundation of our design process.
Every element of Botvid reflects circular design thinking: reclaimed leather from secondhand coats forms the slippers’ soles and straps, while the packaging doubles as a functional shelf with a reusable leather handle. By combining reuse, functionality, and narrative-driven design, we created a concept that gives discarded objects a second life, rooted in ecological awareness and Nordic sensibilities.
Presented at Mid Sweden University’s recycling festival, Botvid demonstrates how collaboration, circular thinking, and strategic design can turn overlooked materials into meaningful, market-ready products.
