Reusable 可摺疊杯 by Kalina Gotseva is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 可持續產品設計 Competition Category.

鐵可持續產品· 2025

Reusable 可摺疊杯

by Kalina Gotseva

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 可持續產品 Category

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The Design

About Reusable 可摺疊杯

「可重用」係一款專為外出飲用而設計嘅可摺疊杯。呢個杯可以摺埋成細細嘅形狀,方便放入袋或者手袋入面。「可重用」由食品級矽膠同埋不含雙酚A嘅塑膠製成,透過注塑成型工藝製造。呢個杯容量為250毫升,闊度87毫米,高度122毫米。要打開杯嘅時候,只需將頂部邊緣向上拉,直至鎖定為止;要摺埋嘅時候,將邊緣向下推,直至完全摺平。「可重用」為即棄杯提供咗一個替代方案,有助減少浪費。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

Reusable 可摺疊杯是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計Reusable 可摺疊杯將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。Reusable 可摺疊杯因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。

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.