Since 1987, when the Brundtland Report defined sustainability as meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs, achieving sustainable development has focused on harmonizing human-built environments with nature. Sustainable design aims to enhance this interaction. Recently, aesthetic sustainability has emerged, integrating aesthetics into sustainable design to address circular economy challenges and sustainable business issues.
"Aesthetics," from the Greek "aisthesis" (sensation), studies sensory knowledge. Aesthetic sustainability seeks to express well-being across human activities through aesthetics. Achieving sustainability requires society's education and training, incorporating ethical and aesthetic aspects. The concept of sustainable design with emotional durability focuses on products' visual impact on the environment and consumer behavior. This approach is especially relevant to Textile Design, promoting sustainable supply chains and raw materials, influencing aesthetics and industry practices. Ongoing research and development are crucial for promoting aesthetic sustainability and environmentally sustainable practices in the textile industry. Interdisciplinary collaboration among designers, environmentalists, and industry experts can foster innovation and integrate sustainable solutions into textile design and production. Consumer involvement through awareness and education campaigns can encourage responsible purchasing behaviors. Identifying specific aesthetic patterns for sustainability is key to optimizing design by enhancing sensory experiences, particularly in textiles, and exploring harmonious interactions between humans and nature.

Authors:
Chiara Garofalo, Università Di Genova, Italy
Camilla Giulia Barale, University of Genova, Italy
Luca Parodi, University of Genova, Italy

About the Presenter(s)
Chiara Garofalo designer is doing her PhD at the University of Genoa, concerning the link between aesthetics and sustainability of textile materials.

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