Terra Shelf
Making compost part of the routine.
Sustainable Design · Behavior-Centered Design
Terra is a kitchen compost scrap bin designed to mount off the counter, freeing up space while staying visible. By living where food prep actually happens, Terra serves as a subtle reminder to compost, making sustainable habits feel effortless and intuitive.
Sustainability works best when it fits into everyday life.
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Research
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Concept
The issue isn’t motivation. It’s placement.
How can a kitchen compost bin support sustainable habits without adding clutter or friction?
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Ideation
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Iteration
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Materials & Making
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Final Design
The final Terra bin moves composting off the counter and into the flow of everyday cooking. By mounting just beside the prep space, it stays visible and easy to use without taking up valuable workspace.
By using placement and visibility as quiet cues, Terra makes composting an intuitive part of cooking rather than a separate task to remember. The result is a system that supports sustainable habits through everyday use.
