Mending is Better than Ending
Rachel Drake
Bachelor of Design (Hons)

Mending is Better than Ending
'Mending is Better than Ending' is a digital publication and toolkit dedicated to emphasising the importance of waste minimisation. This work ultimately aims to inspire the younger generation to utilise repair as a method to extend the life-cycle of their belongings. By drawing on concepts present within Japanese Art and Aesthetics, namely Kintsugi (to repair with gold) and Wabi Sabi (an appreciation of imperfection and time passing), 'Mending is Better than Ending' provides young Australians with the tools, knowledge and encouragement to care for their possessions, reduce post-consumer waste, and appreciate the beauty of repair.