Vanessa Barragão, a Portuguese artist, crafts rugs from recycled yarn that resemble underwater coral gardens. Concerned about the textile industry’s environmental impact, which heavily pollutes oceans through chemical processes, Barragão’s work raises awareness about the threat to coral reefs. Her intricate textile creations pay tribute to the oceans, which absorb 90% of the excess heat trapped in Earth’s atmosphere. Using materials from local factories, the studio employs various traditional techniques like crochet, felting, and macramé. Based in Porto, Barragão’s latest rug continues her commitment to eco-friendly art.