Articles & Case Studies

RE-CD contributing to an engaging and vibrant interior update. Utilised as striking wall panels and bespoke tabletops.

A limited edition, unique collaboration by Space Available & Revive crafted from over 125 repurposed CDs and designed to case the iconic Technics 1210/1200, now available!

Revive Innovations is celebrating its 5th birthday with gratitude for community support, offering FREE RE-CD and Krushed Plastics sample packs to inspire sustainable design while showcasing the potential of recycled materials in circular design.

Our range of unique homewares & gifts made from our signature RE-CD material, blending sustainability with style to spark conversations and make a positive impact on the environment!

Revive Innovations' CD collection service is back, now with a new hydraulic sheet press enabling the transformation of CDs, DVDs, and cases into custom sustainable materials, promoting circular economy solutions for a greener future.

RE-CD elements built into a vibrant kids' playground, demonstrating how recycled materials can transform play spaces while promoting sustainability and creativity!

Discover our recycling station at SPARKS, where you can donate unwanted CDs, DVDs, and games to support our sustainable initiatives and learn about the recycling process!

CDs and cars have shared many great moments before, but this project is an exciting world's first! Revive's RE-CD material has been featured in Chrysler's Halcyon concept car, marking a groundbreaking collaboration in circular design and sustainability.

A limited edition RE-CD adapter for 7” records, crafted from 100% recycled CDs, transforming waste into a functional accessory that celebrates the art of vinyl while promoting sustainability!

Revive Innovations' display at Sparks Bristol, part of the No Small Thing Department, features an interactive CD recycling station, a showcase of RE-CD products, and community CD donations, promoting circular economy efforts and climate action in the heart of Bristol.

At Revive, we’re revolutionising the fashion industry with our unique RE-CD earrings—crafted from 100% recyclable materials, these dazzling designs not only celebrate music but also make a stylish statement for sustainability!

Revive Founder Kieran Devlin recently spoke at Polestar's flagship store, sharing his journey in circular design and the invention of RE-CD, while highlighting the importance of sustainability in transforming product design across industries!

Revive create circular economy interior products for Netflix’s London HQ, showcasing innovative designs made from recycled materials while fostering community involvement and highlighting the journey from CDs to sustainability!

Revive Innovations' display at Sparks Bristol, part of No Small Thing's installation, features an interactive CD recycling station, a showcase of RE-CD products, and community CD donations, promoting circular economy efforts and climate action in the heart of Bristol.

We were thrilled to collaborate with The Reuse Network to create trophy awards for their 2023 celebration of impactful innovation, crafting substantial awards from 70mm thick RE-CD design that embodies the spirit of reuse and sustainability, while honouring those making a positive difference!

The 'Still Rocking CDs' rocking chair, crafted from over 2000 recycled CDs, beautifully showcases our commitment to sustainability and innovation, turning waste into a statement piece that you’ll love to have in your home!

Tune in to Kieran Devlin's inspiring discussion with UWE Bristol, where he shares how his experiences shaped his commitment to sustainable design and the significance of opting for eco-friendly products for a better future!

We celebrated the power of circularity at our Culture Cycles Launch Pop-up in central Bristol, where innovative homewares and artistic collaboration united to inspire a brighter, sustainable future!

Revive Innovations will be featuring a brand new sustainable rocking chair design at Milan Design Week 2023 from the 18th - 23rd April called 'Still Rocking CDs?'.

The music industry significantly impacts the environment through CO2 emissions and plastic waste, with issues spanning touring, music consumption, merchandise, and festivals, highlighting the urgent need for collective sustainability efforts, innovative solutions like Revive’s RE-CD material, and commitment from all industry stakeholders to reduce their ecological footprint.

Revive collaborated with The Design Museum on their ‘Waste Age: What Can Design Do?’ exhibition, creating unique Christmas tree decorations from RE-CD and repurposed paracord, available in the gift shop!

Revive proudly supplied our unique designs to the award-winning M'Arks Sky Bar, featuring our Sleek Bar Stools crafted from sustainable materials to enhance its vibrant atmosphere!

Revive collaborated with Fable and Form to transform waste into functional art by crafting a striking meeting desk and bar stools for Bath tech company Seven Dials, showcasing a true circular story!

Revive proudly exhibited RE-CD samples and our Side Table and Plant Stand designs with Ellipse Design Studio, contributing to an impactful campaign that addresses plastic waste and champions sustainable solutions!

Revive made waves at Clerkenwell Design Week 2022 with innovative circular economy furniture designs and RE-CD, earning accolades as one of the show's most groundbreaking concepts!

Revive intern Harry Symonds shared his insights on circular economy practices in an engaging interview with the UKRI Circular Economy Research Hub, highlighting our dedication to sustainable design!

We’re excited to announce the relocation of our stand to KWMC The Factory in Bristol, where visitors can experience our interactive CD shredder and join us in repurposing over 175,000 CDs into sustainable RE-CD materials, promoting environmental awareness and a circular economy.

We take a look into sustainable products, highlighting unique homewares and gifts crafted from repurposed materials for a positive environmental impact!

Revive created stylish RE-CD coffee tables for the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, perfectly enhancing their commitment to sustainability and innovative design!

Founder, Kieran Devlin inspired attendees at UWE's Distinguished Address Series by sharing his journey with Revive Innovations and the crucial role of sustainable entrepreneurship in embracing circular economy principles!

Revive transformed a vintage Singer sewing machine with a bespoke retrofit tabletop, creating a stunning garden feature that beautifully blends history with sustainable design!

Over the past 30 years, CDs and DVDs have transitioned from beloved music formats to obsolete waste, with 300 billion discs produced globally and no mainstream recycling options, creating a significant environmental burden. Here's what you should do with them!

RE-CD is a versatile composite material ideal for various practical uses, and Revive Innovations offers custom design and manufacturing services, collaboration opportunities, and the option to repurpose cherished CD collections into bespoke products, all while promoting a circular economy—contact us to learn more or donate unwanted CDs for sustainable reuse.

Join our collective effort to transform Bristol's waste into valuable resources by connecting recyclers and sustainable minds within a localised circular economy—together, we can make waste useful!

Revive Innovations was honored to be shortlisted as one of the Top 24 Sustainable Furniture Brands in the UK by Barbulianno, recognizing our mission to redefine recycled products through sustainability and unique design, while also being featured by Yellow Brick Road Design as a champion of affordable, sustainable furniture.

Starting April 12th, Revive Innovations will host a space at Future Leap in Bristol, featuring an interactive CD shredding experience to showcase how unwanted CDs are transformed into RE-CD, inviting visitors to donate CDs for repurposing and explore sustainable, innovative furniture and accessories that combat CD pollution.

This month, Revive Innovations was featured in *The Guardian* as one of 2021’s "innovations to watch" and highlighted in *The Eco News* for the Sleek-120 bar stool made from 100% recycled CDs, inviting like-minded brands to collaborate on reshaping recycling and the circular economy.

I was honored to participate in the University of the West of England's *Inspire:Me* series, where I discussed creativity and future opportunities with UWE Journalism student Molly-Rose Crossley, aiming to inspire students to explore their potential and leverage university as a springboard for success.

We are thrilled to announce that our Founding Director, Kieran Devlin one of the InnovateUK & The Princes Trust Young Innovator Award Winners for 2020/21.

Revive Innovations, a sustainable design start-up from Bristol, UK, proudly launches SLEEK-120, bespoke bar stools made from RE-CD, their 100% recycled CD material, showcasing luxury, durability, and sustainability while saving over 49,500 discs from landfills and promoting a circular economy approach.

Despite a challenging year, we’re excited to announce our participation in the government’s Kickstart Jobs Scheme, supporting job placements for 16 to 24-year-olds on Universal Credit to help Revive grow and thrive.

We’re thrilled to announce our move into a vibrant new studio at The Old Sorting Office in Redland, Bristol, a dynamic space filled with creative energy and inspiring projects.

Revive Wins The People's Prize at the Blue Patch Sustainable Business Awards 2020!

Revive’s Kieran Devlin showcased a unique turntable made from recycled CDs at Design London, fostering important conversations around sustainability and circular design in product innovation!

Revive's Experimental Testing at the National Composites Centre!

Music to My Ears (MTME) is Revive’s sustainable project turning recycled CDs into handmade, eco-conscious earrings that embody individuality and environmental responsibility, available now on Etsy or via email.

Myriad has partnered with Revive Innovations to support the growth of RE-CD as a solution to the global issue of recycling optical discs.

Bristol artist Kieran Devlin highlights the environmental issue of CDs piling up as waste due to limited recycling options and the inconvenience of postage costs, which deter families and small businesses from recycling.