Project Title: Vava 3D-Printed Sunglasses by Kengo Kuma

Creation Year: 2021

Read This if You Are Into: Sustainable design, 3D printing, innovative eyewear, or biomaterial technology.

Design Significance: These 3D-printed sunglasses, designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma in collaboration with eyewear brand Vava, represent a fusion of architecture and fashion. Crafted from castor beans, a sustainable biomaterial, the sunglasses are lightweight, eco-friendly, and visually striking. The design features layered, architectural frames inspired by Kuma’s signature style of integrating organic forms with modern technology. This project highlights how cutting-edge design and sustainability can intersect to create functional and stylish accessories.