Wasted by Potato Head Joins Jia Curated in Bali With a New Recycled Collection
Wasted by Potato Head is making its way to Bali as part of Jia Curated, bringing a new selection of pieces from Collection 002 that explore the creative possibilities of materials that would otherwise go unused.
Taking place from 13–17 August 2026 at Pengembak Beach, Bali, the presentation brings together design, craft, and experimentation through a collection developed in collaboration with designer Max Lamb and Indonesian artisans.
At the heart of the collection is an approach that looks at discarded materials differently. Rather than treating materials such as recycled plastic, glass, ceramic, metal, and organic materials as waste, the project explores how they can be transformed into new objects through craft and experimentation.
Exploring New Possibilities Through Recycled Materials
Collection 002 reflects the idea that materials can take on a new life when approached through creativity and craftsmanship.
The collection experiments with a variety of materials, including recycled plastic, glass, ceramic, metal, and organic materials. Each material brings its own characteristics into the making process, creating opportunities for different forms, textures, and visual expressions.
Instead of following a single material or production method, the collection brings together different approaches to explore what can happen when discarded or unused materials are reconsidered.
This experimental process is central to the identity of Wasted by Potato Head, where sustainability becomes part of the creative process rather than simply an additional element.
The resulting pieces highlight how materials that might otherwise be overlooked can become the foundation for new design possibilities.
A Collaboration Between Max Lamb and Indonesian Artisans
The collection was developed together with British designer Max Lamb and Indonesian artisans, combining experimentation with local craftsmanship.
The collaboration creates a dialogue between design and making, allowing different skills and perspectives to come together throughout the development of the pieces.
For Collection 002, materials are brought back into use through a process involving craft, experimentation, and collaboration. The approach allows the characteristics of each material to influence the final outcome rather than simply being used to reproduce a predetermined design.
This makes the collection as much about the process as it is about the finished pieces.
The collaboration also highlights the role of Indonesian artisans in transforming unconventional materials into objects with a renewed purpose.
From Unused Materials to New Objects
One of the most interesting aspects of Collection 002 is its focus on materials that would otherwise go unused.
Recycled plastic, glass, ceramic, metal, and organic materials each have different physical qualities. When combined with craft and experimentation, those qualities can become part of the visual and structural character of a piece.
The collection therefore presents an alternative way of thinking about waste and material consumption.
Rather than viewing discarded materials solely through the lens of what they once were, the project explores what they could become.
This perspective gives the collection a strong connection to contemporary conversations around sustainability and responsible design, while maintaining an emphasis on creativity and craftsmanship.
Previously Featured at Other.Circle’s Pop-Up
Some of the pieces from the collection were also recently featured at Other.Circle’s pop-up, giving audiences an earlier opportunity to encounter the work.
The presentation at Jia Curated now brings the collection to a new setting in Bali, alongside other brands participating in the curated event.
For visitors interested in contemporary design, craft, and alternative approaches to materials, the appearance of Wasted by Potato Head adds another layer to Jia Curated’s selection.
Wasted by Potato Head at Jia Curated
Jia Curated brings Wasted by Potato Head to Pengembak Beach, Bali, from 13–17 August 2026.
Through Collection 002, the project continues to explore what can happen when materials that might otherwise be discarded are approached through design, craftsmanship, and experimentation.
The collaboration with Max Lamb and Indonesian artisans further develops this approach, creating pieces that reflect the possibilities of bringing different materials, techniques, and perspectives together.
Rather than presenting sustainability as a fixed concept, the collection approaches it as an ongoing process of discovery.
Every material offers a different possibility, while every experiment can lead to another form or idea.
For those visiting Jia Curated this August, Wasted by Potato Head offers an opportunity to see how recycled and organic materials can be transformed through a combination of creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration.
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