SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK
Created by our Founder Rebecca Reubens during her doctoral research at Delft University of Technology, the sustainability framework is our philosophical backbone. It envisions interconnected systems spanning social, cultural, ecological, and economic dimensions, yet capable of independent function. At Baka, sustainability is structural, rigorous, and deliberate—never rhetorical. Every decision embodies our core values: mindful materials, ethical processes, and responsible systems.
1. Material Considerations
Material selection has focused on function, durability, and cost. The Sustainability Checklist embeds sustainability into every decision.
2. Production Considerations
Production decisions have typically centred on form, material constraints, and the production-volume requirement. The Sustainability Checklist builds on this by proposing supplementary parameters towards sustainability.
4. Consumer Use Considerations
Maintenance, safety, and ease of use shape consumer sustainability. The Sustainability Checklist expands this thinking.
5. End-of-life Handling Considerations
End-of-life handling is often an afterthought. The Sustainability Checklist strengthens sustainability outcomes.