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Tulip-Shaped Street Chairs

Tulpi is an Innovative Design Company Creating Floral Street Seating

— April 18, 2015 — Art & Design
Adding a pop of color to street seating, Tulpi is a Dutch design company that has created a tulip-inspired street chair. Unfolding as a if flower in bloom, the Tulpi street chair is a clever way to increase urban accessibility and adds a sense of playfulness that is sure to inspire feelings of well-being.

The clever design aspect that stands out with the Tulpi is that just like a real tulip, the street seating closes up a night, while it also turns 360-degrees. The fold-up feature ensures that the colorful seats don't collect dirt, waste or rainwater.

Tulpi has also developed a tulip-shaped public garbage bin that is animal-proof in addition to being a refreshing site.
Trend Themes
1. Floral Street Seating - Designing street chairs inspired by flowers provides an opportunity to add color and playfulness to urban spaces while increasing accessibility.
2. 360-degree Street Seating - Creating street chairs that turn 360-degrees to face any direction could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for urban accessibility.
3. Foldable Street Seating - Designing street chairs that fold up at night to prevent dirt and waste collection provides an opportunity for more hygienic and low-maintenance urban spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Design - Creating innovative and playful street seating designs like Tulpi's tulip-inspired chairs and garbage bins could disrupt traditional urban design expectations.
2. Public Spaces - Designing street chairs and garbage bins that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing can disrupt the public space industry by providing solutions for both practical and emotional needs.
3. Sustainable Design - Tulpi's street chairs and garbage bins provide an example of sustainable design by preventing waste accumulation and introducing fresh elements to urban spaces.
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