Cupholder Design

Recycling take-out design

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Problem Statement

As takeout and delivery services have rapidly increased, the usage of disposable plastic bags has also significantly risen. Specifically, with the surge in coffee consumption among modern individuals, this issue has become a more significant concern for sustainability.

These plastic bags contribute to environmental pollution and entail significant costs for disposal. To address these problems, this case study experimented with developing a design concept based on sustainability.

Background Research

Disposable plastic bag usage

Due to the surge in takeout and delivery services, the average person now consumes approximately 1.4 kilograms (3 pounds) of disposable plastic bags each year. To put this into perspective, this amount of plastic is equivalent to carrying around: nearly three regulation-size soccer balls

Disposable plastic bag usage

Need to decrease plastic usage

Plastic waste, which has been steadily increasing since 2017, takes hundreds of years to decompose, causing a devastating impact on the environment and increasing the burden on society.

Need to decrease plastic usage

Plastic waste, which has been steadily increasing since 2017, takes hundreds of years to decompose, causing a devastating impact on the environment and increasing the burden on society.

Need to decrease plastic usage

Plastic waste, which has been steadily increasing since 2017, takes hundreds of years to decompose, causing a devastating impact on the environment and increasing the burden on society.

Continued increase in plastic bag use

Despite regulations, usage continues to increase, and existing alternatives fall short in reducing material consumption, creating a pressing need for sustainable packaging designs that minimize environmental impact.

Continued increase in plastic bag use

Disposable plastic bag usage

Plastic waste generation

Design Concept

The main goal of this design is to reduce the environmental impact caused by increasing single-use plastic use. To do this, we suggest an eco-friendly solution made from 100% recyclable cardboard as the only material.

The design goes beyond just being a simple cupholder. It is built as an all-in-one piece that functions both as an eco-friendly cupholder and a take-out bag. This combined design removes the need for extra plastic bags, offering a stable and sustainable way to carry beverages.

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