Reuse (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of higher quality or value than the original.
‘the opportunity to upcycle trash, or turn it into new products, was vast’
‘The structure was primarily constructed using renewable and recycled materials as well as upcycling products for the furniture.’
‘I am drawn to making little creatures - soft toys made out of upcycled or end of the line fabric remnants.’
‘I love the idea of upcycling these pretty handmade things into new functional and groovy work.’
‘She was also kind enough to send one of her beautiful upcycled cardigans.’
‘I can read these and peruse the eye-candy of all these homes that upcycle and use vintage goods to create the most delicious spaces.’
‘In nature, everything is constantly recycled or even "upcycled," say McDonough, the audacious architect who designed the roof gardens for Chicago's city hall.’
‘While most of the waste produced within the Village will be managed by the AQUH system, as much waste as possible will be "up-cycled", thereby demonstrating how to turn a liability into a profit center for Village cottage industry.’
‘It's very quick and easy. I can upcycle a worn-out ordinary shirt into a designer handprinted B.Earley one.’
‘One of the most recent trends is for upcycled furniture.’
‘They expect $8 million in revenue, with 20% to 30% coming from the upcycled products.’