Seoul is turning discarded clothing, plastic and industrial waste into functional art and design objects, with two new exhibitions inviting visitors to rethink how everyday products are made, used and thrown away. Organized jointly by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Design Foundation, the dual showcases are hosted on the first floor of the Seoul Upcycling Plaza. Together, they trace the journey of transforming trash into high-value goods while encouraging more environmentally conscious consumer choices. The first exhibition, “Forms of Circularity: Resource Circulation Process,” opened Nov. 2 and runs through April 17, 2027. It highlights innovative recycling systems and commercial products developed by eight participating brands and artists. Among the featured exhibitors is RE;CODE, a sustainable fashion brand that repurposes automobile airbags and deadstock clothing stored in inventory for over three years. Global furniture giant IKEA Gangdong is also participating, introducing its Buy Back program and in-store circular resource hub. Other highlights demonstrate the