Cohabit - develop platform for customer interaction & scaling of a circular business model for pre-loved furniture.
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Cohabit AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 281 120 |
| Project duration | November 2023 - October 2024 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Innovative Startups |
| Call | Innovative Impact Startups autumn 2023 |
Important results from the project
The project achieved its main objectives, including the launch of a digital platform to boost customer engagement and streamline Cohabit’s circular model for pre-loved furniture. Through Circuly, Cohabit automated key backend processes—order management, subscriptions, invoicing, and communication—reducing errors and enhancing efficiency. Customers can access pre-loved furniture with greater convenience. Although engaging partners on the platform was delayed, it remains in future plans.
Expected long term effects
Our long-term impact is through promoting circular consumption, and fostering partnerships for sustainable business growth. We significantly reduce waste generation by introducing customers to circular solutions and creating a good experience. Automating operations has improved efficiency and customer experience, while partnerships with Circuly enhance furniture reuse tracking. Local collaborations are vital for building a circular economy network, and to promote sustainable consumption.
Approach and implementation
Cohabit selected Circuly for integration with Appsheets and stripe for the digital platform. While some requirements were not fully met, Circuly´s support was crucial for the initial phase of the development. Further Appsheet and Stripe were connected through APIs. The collaborations with local businesses aimed to optimize sourcing, logistics, and outreach which has begun successfully. Despite challenges, the project establishes a foundation for Cohabit´s future impact on circular consumption.