In collaboration with RMIT (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology) Vietnam, we HART are proud to introduce the Sustainable and Wellbeing Project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing the issue of Plastic Pollution through Sustainable Means. This Project focuses on the growth of biomaterial from Kombucha, a fermented tea that has the potential to revolutionise the way we create sustainable alternatives to plastic.

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Why Kombucha?

Bao Cap pottery, produced in the village of Bao Cap in Vietnam from the 1950s to 1970s, offers a glimpse into the lives of Vietnamese people during this transformative period. These ceramics, made of high-quality clay and hand-painted with simple, geometric designs, were commonly used for everyday household items during the subsidy period.

Bao Cap pottery reflects the importance of traditional occupations and the patriotic spirit that swept through the nation. Although production declined in the 1970s, these antique ceramics remain highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts.

"What is life? It is the flash of a firefly in the night. It is the breath of a buffalo in the rice fields. It is the little shadow which runs across the grass and loses itself in the Sunset."

Buffalo bells are an integral part of Vietnamese folklore and have been used for centuries in various ceremonies and rituals.

The Red Dao Ethnic Group resides in Vietnam and is one of the most prominent Dao Ethnic Groups. They possess a Rich Cultural Heritage that encompasses Spiritual Beliefs, Folk Legends, Traditional Clothing with Symbolic Meanings, and Herbal Medicine Knowledge.

The Spiritual Beliefs of the Red Dao are closely tied to their Natural Environment. They believe in the existence of Nature Spirits and Ancestors who play a significant role in their lives. They have numerous Rituals, Ceremonies, and Festivals dedicated to strengthening their connection with the Spirits and Ancestor Worship.