Capiz shell, which is used for decorative purposes, is the outer shell of the marine mollusk, Placuna placenta, found in the shallow coastal waters of the Philippines. Capiz shell is a flat, semi-transparent shell with a pearlescent appearance.

RESOURCES
Capiz is often used to create lampshades or other luminescent objects because of its striking appearance when light shines through. Some products use natural materials that can change color over time and will vary in size, shape, color and texture within a single sheet. Colors may vary with harvest season.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Lumicor is green card certified and facilitates the reduction of waste generated by construction debris. Closed loop system reuses 21 million gallons of water every year. Their facilities are heated with reclaimed thermal energy.

HUMAN HEALTH
Lumicor saves 865 million BTUs annually and donates to the local community. Remnant pieces are sold at a steep discount and annual unused material donations to local upcycling event. To further extend the life of resin panels the matte or gloss panels are refinished, erasing signs of normal wear and tear. Once the product does eventually reach the end of its life, bring Resin Panels to certified facilities who will ensure that they are recycled.

SOCIAL EQUITY
The Amate and Araña Resin Panel décors are made from handcrafted papers created by Otomí craftspeople in Mexico, supporting their community and preserving their ancient art. Locally, the company participates in the ZeroLandfill event, donating discontinued products and materials to help keep them out of landfills and encourage creative reuse.

creator: Lumicor
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key sustainability feature: Resources, Environmental Impact
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