With a deceptively simple bathroom sink, Hana Khurshid and Steffek Rainey (both MDE ’26) have found a foothold in the fight against climate change. The appealing minimalist fixture they presented as part of “Preta,” their final project in the Master in Design Engineering program, appeared ready for installation in a high-end condo or elegant hotel. […]

A colorful grid of bio-based tiles rests atop a black surface. Created as sustainable alternatives to products ranging from acoustic cladding to frosted glass, the tiles derive from eggshells, expired lentils, and other green waste. These palm-sized squares, despite their origins in food scraps, invite tactile investigation. The same lure emanates from a neighboring rug […]