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Layer Design’s COLLECT is an Elegant Rainwater System

Instead of bulky or industrial, this rainwater collection system has been elevated to high design.

By Moss & FogUpdated 1 min read
The COLLECT rainwater harvesting system by Layer Design — a quietly elegant residential product that channels and stores rooftop rainwater through a slender vertical form, making sustainable water management look less like infrastructure and more like something you’d choose for how it looks
Two individuals interact with a modern portable rainwater harvesting system called Collect, designed by LAYER Design in collaboration with MDF Italia and Kvadrat, set against a vibrant orange backdrop.
Chapter 01

COLLECT is Rainwater, Redeemed.

Collect by LAYER Design, in partnership with MDF Italia and Kvadrat, is a stroke of genius. Instead of a bulky or industrial system, it’s a beautifully rendered statement on self-sufficiency.

A modern, portable rainwater harvesting system designed like a stylish catchment tower, featuring a conical top and a cylindrical base, made with natural materials.

Collect is a portable rainwater harvesting system that actually looks good. Forget those ugly plastic barrels. This design transforms the simple act of catching rain into an aesthetic experience.

Close-up of the base connection of a portable rainwater harvesting system, featuring a textured fabric and intricate rope details.

It’s a nomadic catchment tower, perfect for a modern, transient lifestyle, yet it anchors us to the most vital of resources: water.

A person wearing a unique patterned outfit interacts with a modern rainwater harvesting system, featuring a cone-shaped top and a sleek design, set against a minimalist background.

The Working System

The genius starts with an expansive surface of Kvadrat Atrium fabric, the first touchpoint for the rain.

This textile gently guides droplets into the core, where layers of natural ceramic and carbon work their magic, filtering and purifying every drop until it’s ready to use.

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A person in a quilted grey poncho interacts with a modern, sculptural rainwater harvesting system, featuring a conical brown top and a slender base, set against a white background.

As the water collects, an internal storage bladder gracefully fills and expands. Designed for real-world use, Collect is modular and disassembles with minimal fuss, making it easy to store or move when the dry season hits.


Two models pose with a striking rainwater harvesting system, dressed in stylish outfits against an orange backdrop, showcasing modern design and sustainability.
Chapter 03

A Design Philosophy

Collect proves that sustainable living and great style are far from mutually exclusive. It’s a perfect blend of high-end craftsmanship and environmental responsibility, urging us to appreciate the simple, profound value of precious rainwater. It makes a celebrated centerpiece out of it.

See more of this fascinating design on Layer’s website.

Images © Copyright Layer Design.

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