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80 Collapsible Design Examples

From Flatpack Pianos to Pop-Up Dining Room Spaces

— August 15, 2014 — Art & Design
These collapsible design examples range from the space-saving to the futuristic. Whether clearing room in a compact home or revolutionizing modern construction practices, these products and concepts are changing the way one thinks about design.

This vast catalog of collapsible design finds includes designer Eric Stoddard's Zoomla, a folded bike that can be folded in a time period of 2 seconds. The product is designed with students in mind and allows one to store their bike within their school locker.

Another impressive example from this list includes James Plant's collapsible Private Dining set design. At first glance, this plain cabinet resembles a traditional closet and is "opened to reveal a dining set with table, benches and extra seating."
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Pre-Historic Grooming Accessories
Pre-Historic Grooming Accessories
The Bonehead Folding Comb
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79
Scratchable World Maps
Scratchable World Maps
Animi Causa's Scratch Globe Artfully Keeps Track of the Places You've Been
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78
On-Site-Assembled Stretchers
On-Site-Assembled Stretchers
Lenify Stretcher Reduces the Risk of Inflicting Additional Injuries
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Collapsible Soccer Nets
Collapsible Soccer Nets
The BazookaGoal Lets You Instantly Turn Any Field into a Football Pitch
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Collapsible Designer Doors
Collapsible Designer Doors
Klemens Torggler’s Flip Panel Door Folds in On Itself
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Eco-Collapsible Cans
Eco-Collapsible Cans
Handycan Aims to Make Recycling Easier and More Efficient
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Collapsible Electric Vehicles
Collapsible Electric Vehicles
The Hiriko Fold Can Crumple into a Compact Shape for Parking
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Collapsible Travel Music Axes
Collapsible Travel Music Axes
Voyage-Air Guitar Makes Life Easy for Traveling Musicians
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Collapsible LED Flashlights
Collapsible LED Flashlights
'Lil Torch' by Antonio Serrano Can Fit into Tight Spaces
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Compact Collapsible Maps
Compact Collapsible Maps
Pizzolorusso's Material Maps Let You Crumple Them Up
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Lightweight Collapsible Totes
Lightweight Collapsible Totes
The Chute Bag by Michael Pappas is Made Out of Parachute Parts
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Collapsible Cardboard Stools
Collapsible Cardboard Stools
The Stooka Chair is Lightweight, Compact and Eco-Friendly
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Anti Clutter Desk Accessories
Anti Clutter Desk Accessories
The Kesito Organizer Keeps One's Office Space Clean and Tidy
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67
Collapsable Shell Colanders
Collapsable Shell Colanders
The RMDLO Colander is Designed Like an Armadillo's Shell
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Collapsible Carry-All Accessories
Collapsible Carry-All Accessories
The LUUM Modular Bag by Sadi Tekin is Interchangeable
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Effortlessly Foldable Cruisers
Effortlessly Foldable Cruisers
SNAP Longboards is a Foldable Deck that Enables Easily Transport
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Collapsible Cup Speakers
Collapsible Cup Speakers
The 'SSSSSpeaker' by Aiia Folds Perfectly into Your Pocket
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Collapsible Carrying Containers
Collapsible Carrying Containers
The MIO Pop-Up Basket Turns from a Tray into a Full-Sized Hamper
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Collapsible Contemporary Bulwark
Collapsible Contemporary Bulwark
The AVA Defensive Wall Can Assemble Quickly for Prompt Protection
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Collapsible Marble Furnishings
Collapsible Marble Furnishings
The Annex Snap Fit Table
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Collapsible Baking Bowls
Collapsible Baking Bowls
The Quirky Mixipan Transforms to Offer Two Sizes of Dish
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59
Foldable Dog Feeders
Foldable Dog Feeders
Take Time to Fuel Fido on the Go with This Collapsible Pet Bowl
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Life-Expanding Handbag Patches
Life-Expanding Handbag Patches
HOC 45° by Miriam Josi are Practical Decorative Details for Purses
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Collapsible Camera-Gear Holders
Collapsible Camera-Gear Holders
The Martin Bahrij Tripod Stool is Photogenic
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Collapsible Barbecue Systems
Collapsible Barbecue Systems
The Foldable GRILLO Grill is Inspired by a Classic Umbrella Design
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Collapsible High-Fashion Shades
Collapsible High-Fashion Shades
Burberry Bright Foldable Sunglasses Are Portably Convenient
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Business Backpack Chairs
Business Backpack Chairs
The Restpoint Personal Seating Chair Makes Traveling Comfortable
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Collapsible Tool Carriers
Collapsible Tool Carriers
The Hazet Tool Trolley is Perfect for Workers On-the-Go
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Collapsible Plastic Carafes
Collapsible Plastic Carafes
The BYOBeverage Flask is a Lightweight Way to Tote Liquor
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Flatpack Fabric Stitchers
Flatpack Fabric Stitchers
The Foldable Sewing Machine Sheds Bulk for Handier Haberdashery
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Unfolding Felt Seating
Unfolding Felt Seating
The Completely Collapsible Chevalet Armchair Comprises Three Components
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Collapsible, Three-Piece Surfboard
Collapsible, Three-Piece Surfboard
Pope Bisect
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Foldable Skate Decks
Foldable Skate Decks
The Snap Skateboard Fits Easily Inside a Backpack
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Luxe Collapsible Seating
Luxe Collapsible Seating
The Tanner Goods Nokori Folding Chair is Inspired by Mid-Century Design
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Stacked Playing Card Furnishings
Stacked Playing Card Furnishings
The A La Card Table from ModCloth is a Winning Accent Piece
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Collapsible Earthquake Helmet
Collapsible Earthquake Helmet
Tatamet
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Collapsible Asian Utensils
Collapsible Asian Utensils
Carry On Chopsticks Offer Convenient Portability
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Flat-Pack Pianos
Flat-Pack Pianos
The Foldable Digital Grand Makes Transporting the Massive Instruments Easier
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Foldable Literary Lighting
Foldable Literary Lighting
The Lumio Book Lamp Gets Brighter as You Open it Up
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Collapsible Extension Shelves
Collapsible Extension Shelves
The PLoP!
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Collapsible Closets
Collapsible Closets
Pop-Up Linen by Renate Nederpel Can Be Tucked Away When Not Needed
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Collapsible Silicone Kettle
Collapsible Silicone Kettle
The Cuissential SlickBoil is a Space-Saving Kitchen Necessity
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Sleek Folding Sleds
Sleek Folding Sleds
Porsche Design Unveils Collapsible Aluminum Sledge
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Eco Collapsible Lanterns
Eco Collapsible Lanterns
Jesper Jonsson's Solar-Powered Lamp is Conveniently Compact
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Collapsible Bathing Stalls
Collapsible Bathing Stalls
Tuck Away the Walls of the OpenSpace Shower by Duravit Between Uses
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Pop-Up Dining Rooms
Pop-Up Dining Rooms
Private Dining by James Plant
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Collapsible Coffee Cups
Collapsible Coffee Cups
The Compresso Collapsible Travel Mug is Perfect for Small & Tight Spaces
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Collapsible Geometric Coffee Tables
Collapsible Geometric Coffee Tables
Okto by Arttu Kuisma Takes a Simply Intricate Structure
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Foldable Clothes Dryers
Foldable Clothes Dryers
The X&C Quick Assembly Dry Machine is a Low-Tech Laundering Device
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Collapsible Surfboards
Collapsible Surfboards
Carbon Fiber ‘C2' Breaks Down in Half to Fit Car and Home
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Angular Contemporary Seating
Angular Contemporary Seating
The Kreuzband Stool by Judith Jacobi is Made from Rope and Wood
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Collapsible Table Boxes
Collapsible Table Boxes
The Rox
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Boxy Collapsible Seating
Boxy Collapsible Seating
KAKO.KO's Chair D is Made Out of Sustainable Materials
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Minimalist Collapsible Furniture
Minimalist Collapsible Furniture
The Naty Mosko 'Movable Presence' Makes For a Quick Getaway
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Collapsible Electric Cycles
Collapsible Electric Cycles
The TwoQuater Bike is a Portable and Easily-Stored Means of Transport
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Conveniently Collapsable Side Tables
Conveniently Collapsable Side Tables
The Tuc-Away Table is a Great Space-Saving Option
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Accordion Clothes Racks
Accordion Clothes Racks
The Collapsible Garment Hanger Comes in Handy for All Occasions
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Curvy Foldable Loungers
Curvy Foldable Loungers
The Confused Direction Koi Deck Chair is Easily Portable
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Collapsible Rooms
Collapsible Rooms
Kenchikukagu Mobile Furniture
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Collapsible Water Bottles
Collapsible Water Bottles
The Vapur Anti-Bottle Fits in Your Pocket When Empty
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Compact Collapsible Bicycles
Compact Collapsible Bicycles
The Gianluca Sada Bike Design Can Be Doubled Over Like an Umbrella
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Collapsing Bike Helmets
Collapsing Bike Helmets
The Collapsible Helmet Instantly Becomes the Size of a Book
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Clear Collapsible Computers
Clear Collapsible Computers
The Thomas Laenner Transparent Tablet Concept is Stunning
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Adjustable & Collapsible Bed
Adjustable & Collapsible Bed
The Delta Bed
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Collapsible Camping Stoves
Collapsible Camping Stoves
The PopUpGrill by Fish Design Makes Al Fresco Cooking Convenient
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Collapsible Bike Parts
Collapsible Bike Parts
'Retrofit Folding Handlebars' Folds Away for Storage
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Collapsible Puzzle Furnishings
Collapsible Puzzle Furnishings
The Jig Seat by Jos Blom is Inspired by the Childhood Building Toy
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Foldable Avante-Garde Lighting
Foldable Avante-Garde Lighting
The Pop-Up Corner Light Unfolds into a Fully Functional Lamp
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Collapsible Clothes Racks
Collapsible Clothes Racks
The Hangair Foldable Hanger Offers a Solution for Traveling with a Suit
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Collapsible Cube Lighting
Collapsible Cube Lighting
The Modular Lights by Robhoff Shift to Illuminate Different Areas
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Table in a Suitcase
Table in a Suitcase
Portable Cardboard Table
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Pull-Out Place Settings
Pull-Out Place Settings
Sculptures Jeux Presents Collapsible Tables that Expand When Needed
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Collapsible Papercraft Lighting
Collapsible Papercraft Lighting
Jiangmei Wu's Origami Light Fixtures Burst with Luminescent Rays
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Flatpack Uber Shelters
Flatpack Uber Shelters
Multi-Floor Emergency Shelter
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Collapsible Multi-Purpose Furniture
Collapsible Multi-Purpose Furniture
The Pick Chair
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Collapsible Origami Clutches
Collapsible Origami Clutches
The Distortion Bag by Bao Bao Issey Miyake Employs Complex Geometries
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Folded Origami Furnishings
Folded Origami Furnishings
The Plie Collection by Gergely Kiss-Gal is Geometry-Infused
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Folding Backpack Bikes
Folding Backpack Bikes
The Collapsible ‘Zoomla' Bicycle by Eric Stoddard
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Flat Foldable Furniture
Flat Foldable Furniture
The Leo Salom 'Folding Chair' is Modernly Designed and Portable
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Foldable Bathtubs
Foldable Bathtubs
Sylwia Ulicka Rivera's Bathboard Folds Into the Wall When Not in Use
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