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 Thoraidhean Seasmhach, Phròiseactan agus Dealbhadh Uaine Competition Category.

IarannToradh Seasmhach· 2025

Reusable Cupán Infhillte

by Kalina Gotseva

Duais Iarainn A' Design Award Winner in Toradh Seasmhach Category

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The Design

About Reusable Cupán Infhillte

Is cupán infhillte é Reusable atá deartha do dheochanna a chaitear lasmuigh den bhaile. Filleann an cupán isteach i bhfoirm chomhdhlúite a oireann do phóca nó do mhála. Tá Reusable déanta as sileacan de ghrád 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 fáinne barr suas go dtí go ndruideann sé i ngreim. Chun an cupán a dhúnadh, brúitear an fáinne síos go dtí go bhfilleann sé go cothrom. Tairgeann Reusable rogha eile seachas cupáin indiúscartha agus cuidíonn sé le dramhaíl a laghdú.

The Recognition

About the Duais Iarainn A' Design Award

Tha Reusable Cupán Infhillte air Duais Iarainn A' Design Award a bhuannachadh, aithneachadh urramach a bheirear do dhealbhaidhean math a choinnicheas ris na riatanasan proifeiseanta is gnìomhachais a thathar a' sùileachadh bho chruthachaidhean a chaidh an dealbhadh gu math. Tha buannaichean Iarainn a' nochdadh sgil mhòr, speisealachadh àrd, tuigse eòlaiche agus comas cruthachail an luchd-cruthachaidh. Thathar an dùil gum bi Reusable Cupán Infhillte na chruthachadh air a bheil mòran meas, ion-mholta agus gràdhach a tha practaigeach agus ùr-ghnàthach. Tha an dealbhadh seo a bhuannaich Duais Iarainn A' Design Award a' cur nan cleachdaidhean as fheàrr sa ghnìomhachas còmhla agus tha feartan teignigeach comasach aige ceangailte ri eòlas-dèanamh agus tàlant. Tha meas air Reusable Cupán Infhillte airson a dhùrachd agus chaidh a dhealbhadh gus leasachaidhean càileachd beatha a thoirt seachad a chuidicheas le bhith a' dèanamh an t-saoghail na àite nas fheàrr.

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.