Award-winning sustainable design: MONACO and Pretty Plastic
Award-winning sustainable design: MONACO and Pretty Plastic
Discover how MONACO, a groundbreaking project by MVRDV for Rock Capital Group, has earned the prestigious German Design Award 2025 for "Excellent Architecture – Conceptual Architecture". Featuring Pretty Plastic shingles made entirely from recycled PVC waste, MONACO showcases the potential of circular design in modern architecture.
This six-storey Munich landmark blends work and play with a façade of warm, recycled bricks and vibrant Pretty Plastic shingles, covering 70% of the exterior. As the first project in Munich to embrace this sustainable material, MONACO sets a new standard for environmentally conscious design.
The award underscores the creative collaboration between MVRDV, Rock Capital Group, and Pretty Plastic, demonstrating how innovative materials can redefine aesthetics while making a significant environmental impact.
Ready to transform your next project with sustainable materials? Explore the possibilities with Pretty Plastic!
Pretty Plastic: from Pavillion to Pool
Pretty Plastic completes largest installation at Tongelreep National Swimming Centre
Pretty Plastic’s 100% recycled PVC tiles now adorn the façade of the Tongelreep National Swimming Centre in Eindhoven. This milestone project marks a new chapter in circular construction, showcasing 30,800 tiles across 1,400 m². Discover the full story of how sustainable design meets innovative architecture.
Pretty Plastic joins FRONT, the sustainable building material platform
Pretty Plastic partners with FRONT, expanding its global reach in sustainable building materials made from recycled waste, offering architects and developers innovative, eco-friendly solutions for façades and roofs.
Video: How to… install Pretty Plastic tiles?
Learn how to install Pretty Plastic facade tiles with our step-by-step instructional video. See the real-world application at the De Tongelreep swimming pool in Eindhoven, featuring 30,800 tiles in a complex pattern with six colours. Perfect for architects, builders, and DIY enthusiasts.