Reusable Taitettava kuppi by Kalina Gotseva

Reusable Taitettava kuppi by Kalina Gotseva is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Rautapalkinto A' Design Award in Kestävä tuote Competition Category.

RautaKestävät tuotteet· 2025

Reusable Taitettava kuppi

by Kalina Gotseva

Rautapalkinto A' Design Award Winner in Kestävät tuotteet Category

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The Design

About Reusable Taitettava kuppi

Reusable on taitettava kuppi, joka on suunniteltu kotoa poissa nautittaviin juomiin. Kuppi taittuu kompaktiksi muodoksi, joka mahtuu taskuun tai laukkuun. Reusable on valmistettu elintarvikekelpoisesta silikonista ja BPA-vapaasta muovista, ja se on muotoiltu ruiskuvalulla. Kupin tilavuus on 250 ml, ja sen mitat ovat 87 mm leveys ja 122 mm korkeus. Kuppi avataan vetämällä yläreunaa ylöspäin, kunnes se lukittuu paikoilleen. Kuppi suljetaan painamalla reunaa alaspäin, kunnes se taittuu litteäksi. Reusable tarjoaa vaihtoehdon kertakäyttöisille muketeille ja auttaa vähentämään jätettä.

The Recognition

About the Rautapalkinto A' Design Award

Reusable Taitettava kuppi on Rautapalkinnon A' Design Award -voittaja, arvostettu tunnustus, joka myönnetään hyville designeille, jotka täyttävät hyvin suunnitelluilta luomuksilta odotetut ammatilliset ja teollisuuden vaatimukset. Rautavoittajat osoittavat tekijöidensä suurta taitoa, korkeaa erikoistumista, asiantuntevaa ymmärrystä ja luovaa kapasiteettia. Reusable Taitettava kuppi:n odotetaan olevan korkeassa arvossa pidetty, ihailtu ja rakastettu luomus, joka on käytännöllinen ja innovatiivinen. Tämä Rautapalkinnon A' Design Award -voittajadesign yhdistää alan parhaita käytäntöjä, ja sillä on pätevät tekniset ominaisuudet, jotka yhdistyvät osaamiseen ja lahjakkuuteen. Reusable Taitettava kuppi:a arvostetaan sen perusteellisuudesta, ja se on suunniteltu tarjoamaan elämänlaadun parannuksia, jotka auttavat tekemään maailmasta paremman paikan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This design is a foldable, reusable cup that combines portability, durability, and eco-friendliness. What sets it apart is its ability to collapse into a compact form, making it easy to carry in pockets or bags. Crafted from durable, food-grade silicone and BPA-free plastic, it ensures safety and longevity. Its sleek, modern design promotes sustainability by providing a stylish alternative to disposable cups, thereby reducing environmental impact and encouraging responsible consumption.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 87mm x Height 122mm 250 ml
Tags: cup, Sustainable Design, coffee cup, eco design, Drinkware Mug, Coffee, foldable cup
Production Technology: The foldable cup design was achieved through iterative prototyping using CAD software. We employed injection molding for precision in mass production, utilizing food-grade silicone and BPA-free plastic to ensure safety and durability.
Design Challenge: The toughest challenge in this design activity was achieving a balance between compactness and durability. Creatively, we faced the obstacle of ensuring the cup could fold efficiently without compromising its structural integrity. The final concept of the foldable cup emerged as a response to countless iterations, material testing, paper prototyping, and 3D printing.
Research: The final concept of the foldable cup emerged as a response to countless iterations. In the process, a huge role played sculpting through various types of prototyping. Paper prototypes were used for proportion and geometry relationships, and 3D printing prototyping with soft plastics was used to test shape and thicknesses. Followed by extensive research on materials from which to manufacture.
Inspiration: Reusable's journey began with a simple question: How can we make eco-friendly choices effortlessly integrated into our routine? Inspired by the beauty of simplicity and functionality followed by the quest to create a solution that combines convenience with sustainability. Reusable boasts a unique collapsible design that transforms it from a full-sized cup into a compact, pocket-friendly form factor.
Project Duration: The idea was born in 2019, but the project commenced in January 2023 and concluded in April 2024. The design and development phases took place in Bulgaria. This timeline allowed for extensive research, prototyping, and user testing, ensuring the final product met high standards of functionality and sustainability.
Operation Flow: The foldable cup is easy to use. To operate, simply expand the cup by pulling on the top rim until it locks into place. To collapse, push down gently until it folds flat.