Reusable Cupán Infhillte by Kalina Gotseva

Reusable Cupán Infhillte by Kalina Gotseva is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Duais Iarainn A' Design Award in Dearadh Táirge Inbhuanaithe Competition Category.

IarannTáirge Inbhuanaithe· 2025

Reusable Cupán Infhillte

by Kalina Gotseva

Duais Iarainn A' Design Award Winner in Táirge Inbhuanaithe Category

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The Design

About Reusable Cupán Infhillte

Is cupán infhillte é Reusable atá deartha do dheochanna a chaitear amuigh ón mbaile. Titeann an cupán isteach i bhfoirm chomhdhlúite a oireann i bpóca nó i mála. Tá Reusable déanta as sileacan atá sábháilte le haghaidh bia agus plaisteach saor ó BPA, cruthaithe trí mhúnlú instealltach. Coinníonn an cupán 250 ml agus tomhaiseann sé 87 mm ar leithead agus 122 mm ar airde. Chun an cupán a oscailt, tarraingítear an imeall barr suas go dtí go ndaingnítear é ina áit. Chun an cupán a dhúnadh, brúitear an t-imeall síos go dtí go bhfilleann sé go cothrom. Tairgeann Reusable rogha eile in ionad cupáin indiúscartha agus cuidíonn sé le dramhaíl a laghdú.

The Recognition

About the Duais Iarainn A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Reusable Cupán Infhillte Duais Iarainn A' Design Award, aitheantas gradamach a bhronntar ar dhea-dhearaí a chomhlíonann na riachtanais ghairmiúla agus thionsclaíocha a bhíonn á n-éileamh ó chruthuithe a ndearnadh go maith iad. Léiríonn buaiteoirí Iarainn scil mhór, speisialtóireacht ard, tuiscint saineolaí agus cumas cruthaitheach a gcruthaitheoirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Reusable Cupán Infhillte ina chruthú a bhfuil an-mheas air, a n-ardaítear agus a ghráitear atá praiticiúil agus nuálach. Comhtháthaíonn an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Iarainn A' Design Award na cleachtais is fearr sa tionscal agus tá saintréithe teicniúla inniúla aige nasctha le heolas agus le tallann. Tá meas ar an dearadh Reusable Cupán Infhillte as a dhúthracht agus dearadh é chun feabhsuithe cáilíochta beatha a sholáthar a chabhraíonn leis an domhan a dhéanamh ina áit níos fearr.

Behind the Design

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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.