This Umbrella Design Keeps You Dry No Matter How Strong the Winds
Farida Helmy — June 27, 2014 — Art & Design
This genius umbrella design is the perfect solution to overturned umbrellas due to windy days. It is also perfect for the forgetful types who always end up leaving this essential accessory behind because it never fits in jackets or handbags.
Designed by Royal College of Art graduate Ayca Dundar, the umbrella design is unique because it literally redesigns the foundations of the umbrella. The new design is made-up of a pop-up canopy with six parts -- to make sure it doesn't break when blown inside out like typical umbrellas.
Normal designs for umbrellas have a structure which make them fragile and so when strong winds come your way it is almost guaranteed the rigid structure turns inside out. The 'Drop Umbrella' however is more flexible which lets umbrellas go back to their natural state easily and without breaking.
Designed by Royal College of Art graduate Ayca Dundar, the umbrella design is unique because it literally redesigns the foundations of the umbrella. The new design is made-up of a pop-up canopy with six parts -- to make sure it doesn't break when blown inside out like typical umbrellas.
Normal designs for umbrellas have a structure which make them fragile and so when strong winds come your way it is almost guaranteed the rigid structure turns inside out. The 'Drop Umbrella' however is more flexible which lets umbrellas go back to their natural state easily and without breaking.
Trend Themes
1. Compact Umbrellas - Compact umbrella designs that prioritize functionality and portability offer disruptive innovation opportunities for the travel industry.
2. Unbreakable Umbrellas - Innovations in durable yet lightweight materials for umbrella designs could disrupt the outdoor gear industry and provide opportunities for sustainable manufacturing.
3. Canopy Redesign - Redesigning the canopy structure of umbrellas to better withstand strong winds provides opportunities for disruption in the fashion and accessories market as well as advancements in engineering and materials science.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the development of stylish and functional umbrellas for the fashion and accessories market.
2. Outdoor Gear - Innovations in umbrella materials and designs could disrupt the outdoor gear industry and provide environmentally sustainable solutions for outdoor enthusiasts.
3. Travel - Compact umbrella designs that prioritize functionality and portability offer disruptive innovation opportunities for the travel industry.
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