A new expandable plant pot designed by Bike Ayaskan has eliminated the need to re-pot. The holder can expand over five times its original size while housing the same plant for as long as it lives. Quite a lot of math was necessary for the development of the product. Using a triangle as the basis of their research, Bike Ayaskan's team calculated an equation that would yield a perfect cylindrical shape. The result is a size-altering holder that changes its shape while expanding.
The pots are made from flat sheets of polypropylene, a material that is extremely malleable and features a mesh base that allows water to drain. Large house trees or plants typically need to be re-potted three times but Bike Ayaskan's plant holder eliminates the step. Designers hope to expand this product range to include different colored pots.
What's Driving This Trend
- Expandable Plant Holders
- There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating even more efficient expandable plant holders with alternative, eco-friendly materials.
- Origami-inspired Design
- The origami-inspired design of these plant holders could inspire the creation of other products or packaging prototypes that use minimal materials while maximizing function.
- Malleable Materials
- The use of malleable materials like polypropylene highlights the trend towards innovative construction materials that can transform to accommodate different functions or shapes.
Who This Affects Most
- Gardening and Horticulture
- There is an opportunity for companies in the gardening and horticulture industry to innovate by creating more sustainable and efficient tools and products for customers.
- Eco-friendly Packaging
- The origami-inspired design of the expandable plant holders could be adapted for use in eco-friendly packaging or shipping materials that require less waste and space.
- Furniture and Home Decor
- There is an opportunity for furniture and home decor companies to incorporate malleable materials in product designs for more versatile, adaptable pieces that can be customized to different spaces or needs.
