Closing the Loop

Closing the Loop As designers and manufacturers, we believe that we have a responsibility to ensure our products are as sustainable as possible—from raw materials to recycling and reuse at the end of their life. To act on this belief, we have developed processes and policies that guide our decision making and behaviour. Circularity is […]

Leading Circular Design for a Sustainable Future

Leading Circular Design for a Sustainable Future Autex Acoustics® understands that to reshape the world, they must first reshape their practices. By embedding sustainability into every aspect of product design, they move closer to this ambitious goal.   Our built environment currently contributes a staggering 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions, with materials and construction […]

Deconstructing Construction Waste: Why Collaboration is the Solution to Overflowing Landfills

Deconstructing Construction Waste: Why Collaboration is the Solution to Overflowing Landfills With 40 – 50% of New Zealand’s landfill waste generated by the construction and demolition industry, it’s clear there is a significant issue with the way we handle construction materials and the kind of materials we are using in our buildings.   “This issue […]

Material Innovation: Developing Autex Acoustics®’ First Truly Circular Acoustic Material

Material Innovation: Developing Autex Acoustics®‘ First Truly Circular Acoustic Material “Circularity means considering the entire lifecycle of a product, not just how it will be used in the first instance.” Sam Wells, Autex Acoustics’ Product Development Lead, is talking about the company’s mission to create truly circular acoustic products—a response to the growing market demands […]

Wellbeing and Sustainability: A Match Made in Design

Wellbeing and Sustainability: A Match Made in Design When It Comes to Design, There Is a Clear Intersection Between Sustainability and Wellbeing, Recognising the Mutual Relationship Between Caring for People and the Planet.   This not only considers the physical, mental, and emotional impacts of buildings and products on their users; it also considers their […]

Behind the Scenes With the Autex Acoustics® Sustainability Team

Behind the Scenes With the Autex Acoustics® Sustainability Team If You’ve Interacted With Autex Acoustics® in Any Way, It’s Likely You’re Aware of Just How Important Sustainability Is to the Business. Believing it is their responsibility to operate sustainably to ensure a positive impact on the environment, people, and the next generation, Autex Acoustics has incorporated […]

Desgning the Pelletiser: Creating the Technology That Makes Circular Manufacturing Possible for Autex Acoustics®

Desgning the Pelletiser: Creating the Technology That Makes Circular Manufacturing Possible for Autex Acoustics® Designing a world-first technology is not an easy or straightforward process. There are many ups and downs, dead-ends and re-routes. But once complete, the result is a satisfying reminder that the challenges are worth it. For Autex Acoustics, the proud innovators […]

Leading the Way in Circular Practices, Waste Reduction, and Carbon Neutrality

Leading the Way in Circular Practices, Waste Reduction, and Carbon Neutrality Leading the Charge in Carbon Neutrality and Circularity Within the Acoustic Industry The architecture and design sector is constantly evolving, and the role of sustainability within it has experienced a profound shift. What was once seen as a box-ticking exercise or an optional add-on […]

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Workplace Design

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Workplace Design Sustainability in the Workplace is No Longer Just a Checkbox, It’s an Essential Commitment for Businesses Across All Industries   This shift towards sustainable practices is becoming more prevalent, both in our personal lives and in professional spaces. Today, people want to work for and with businesses that […]

Shaping the Soundscape: The Role of Innovative Materials

Shaping the Soundscapes: The Role of Innovative Materials A Conversation with Jonathan Mountfort, Creative Director at Autex Acoustics® Autex Acoustics has long stood at the forefront of sustainable innovation, setting benchmarks in both ambition and impact. Their latest initiatives—ranging from ReForm™ and SpinFix™ to the groundbreaking RePET—highlight a deep and ongoing commitment to shaping a more sustainable future. In this […]