'The Board' is an unexpectedly functional skateboard that highlights an impossibly efficient design in a bid to help riders go about their routine without feeling limited by a conventionally designed alternative. The skateboard features a mechanical linkage system that is often found in gates and scissors, which will allow it to go from a discreet circular unit to a well-sized skateboard in one swift motion. This will allow it to be easily collapsed when required to accommodate busy lifestyles where riders might need to keep their board stowed when boarding public transit or heading into the office.
'The Board' is the design work of Chia-Wei Chen and is the winner of the 2020 Golden Pin Design Award.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Efficient Design Skateboards
- There is a market demand for skateboard designs that can offer a more efficient way of storage and transportation.
- Mechanical Linkage Systems for Daily Use
- Mechanical linkage systems can be applied to daily objects to improve transportation and storage convenience.
- Multifunctional Urban Transportation Devices
- There is an opportunity to explore the development of customizable, multifunctional urban transportation devices.
Sectors Adopting This
- Skateboarding
- Skateboard companies can invest in research and development of collapsible designs to attract urban customers.
- Gates and Fencing
- Gates and fencing manufacturers can explore the application of mechanical linkage systems in their products for increased convenience.
- Urban Transportation
- Urban transportation companies can expand their market by offering customizable, multifunctional devices designed for urban commuters.
