Surrounded by disposable items and the omnipresence of plastic, it’s refreshing to discover ventures that not only challenge the status quo but do so with a creativity that makes us say: “Qué chimba!”
That’s Flub Studio — the brilliant initiative led by Mateo Zuluaga, who is redefining lighting and furniture design through sustainability.
At Clean Energy, we had the opportunity to talk with Mateo, a visionary who is lighting the way toward a greener future—one lamp at a time. As he puts it: “Having a sustainable brand means nothing if it doesn’t reach anyone”. That’s why we’re committed to supporting meaningful development, and we invite you to watch the interview conducted by our director, Juan Daniel Correa, on our Instagram account: @energialimpiaglobal.
The DNA of Flub Studio
From the very start, Mateo makes the heart of his project clear. When asked about the essence of Flub Studio, his answer is direct and full of pride: “A brand from Medellín to the world, seeking to make spaces look ‘chimba’ through conscious design.”
Flub Studio has found a way to create beautiful, functional design objects using zero-carbon materials — no virgin plastics — such as corn starch and a biopolymer derived from recycled plastic.
Its sustainable, thoughtful designs are intentional from their very conception: “Objects should have a clear function; they shouldn’t quickly turn into trash.”
What problem is Flub solving?
Plastic pollution is one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time. The accumulation of plastic waste harms our ecosystems, our health, and the planet’s future. Flub Studio directly addresses this issue by intercepting and transforming materials that would otherwise take decades to decompose.
Flub also aims to “do its part and help slow down fast fashion — which is one of the biggest global issues,” as Mateo explains. Each object tells a story of transformation, reminding us that waste can be the raw material for extraordinary creations and icons of a circular economy.
At Clean Energy, we celebrate initiatives like Mateo Zuluaga’s Flub Studio, which show that creativity and sustainability are not only possible — they are essential for a brighter future.
