A Visionary Partnership for Urban Spaces
When we partnered with mmcité, it wasn’t just about creating a new product. It was about merging vision, experience, and the courage to change how we view both urban spaces and the materials they are built from. Material Mínus is not “just recycled plastic”. It is a new, refined material—the result of an approach where functionality and aesthetics unite with respect for the environment.
“The city’s public space is a fascinating place; it’s where people and history meet. I am glad we direct mmcité design here. We can influence people’s taste without them having a choice—and we enjoy that. No exclusivity, just true equality,” says David Karásek, Czech designer, co-founder of mmcité, and creative director of mmcité design.
This collaboration proves that when people with similar values meet, they can create a material with a real impact—practically, aesthetically, and ideologically.
Plastic Waste as the Foundation of a New Aesthetic
Today, recycling is often viewed purely technocratically—as a necessary evil. At Plastic guys, we see it differently, and so does mmcité. Old refrigerators, cups, and discarded car seats are transformed into durable, visually unique boards that carry the memory of their origin while looking like a new design classic.
“We are excited by the visual possibilities of this material. Currently, we are working with black and white variants, but in the future, we plan for individual color solutions. Thanks to Plastic guys, we can offer atypical boards that won’t exist anywhere else in the world,” Karásek adds.
Not an Alternative – The Answer
Material Mínus is not a substitute for wood or metal. It is an independent, equal, and innovative material that responds to the real needs of contemporary design. mmcité searched for a long time for a recycled material that could withstand the outdoors—sun, rain, frost, and vandalism. Material Mínus handles it all. Furthermore, it is easy to process, fully recyclable, and significantly expands visual and structural design possibilities.
“A material can be recycled and still be beautiful. Our design is not just about form, but also about content. Material Mínus gives things a new life and brings meaning to public spaces,” says Karásek.
A Circular Future Starts Here
Design by mmcité has long been associated with quality and thoughtfulness. Every detail has a purpose. Material Mínus enters this world as another step toward a future where aesthetics and sustainability are not in conflict—but go hand in hand.
“I think it is necessary to move from a linear model—make, use, dispose—to a closed cycle. Not just in design, but in all industries. Whether for CO₂ levels or for future generations,” says David Karásek. This is why Plastic guys and mmcité understand each other—they do not fear change; they define its direction.
What’s Next?
Material Mínus is currently being tested on the Morse, Morse Dot, and Orbit collections. Next in line is the Linfa bench by Italian studios Cattaneo Design and AG&P greenscape. And for the future? Shelters, screens, and perhaps elements that don’t even exist today.
“We value our cities very much, so we strive to make them more beautiful. For us, street furniture is a cultural mission,” Karásek concludes.
Want to Be Part of It?
If you create, design, or think about sustainable spaces—join us. Material Mínus is more than a material; it is the beginning of a new era. We are ready to process plastic waste for your project as an aesthetic, durable, and responsible element of public space.
The future of cities starts with the material. Ours is called Material Mínus.
