The Method Founding Story

The Method Recycling Bin: From Van to Global Success

Method began when co-founders Steven and India Korner were driving around New Zealand selling generic bins out of the back of a van. They continuously saw organisations who wanted to recycle without the tools to be successful. With backgrounds in product and graphic design, engineering, and commercial leasing, the Korners believed that a well-designed bin could make a difference - and it has. They spent three years in the development of the Method 60L recycling bin, conducting in-depth user research, holding focus groups, creating prototypes, and even helping cleaners on the night shift.

From January 2015 when they began selling the bins from Wellington, they now have offices in Wellington, Auckland, Sydney, and London. As well as selling internationally upon request, so you can find the bins in Chicago, New York, Hong Kong, Thailand, and more.

Having worked with leading organisations including world-leading architecture firm Foster + Partners, London co-working provider The Office Group, the historical Sydney Cricket Ground, design giant Canva, Xero, Auckland and Wellington Airports, Qantas, Life Flight, and so many more.