MODULAR STACKING MUG SYSTEM
Hospitality-Oriented Mug & Coaster Concept Validated Through Physical Prototyping
Project Type
Self-initiated product study
Services
Industrial Design, CAD Development, Mold Development, Physical Prototyping, Visualization
Focus
Stacking Logic, Hygienic Storage, Mold Design, Prototype Validation
This self-initiated mug concept was developed in response to a common hospitality problem: mugs in breakfast areas are often stacked loosely, misaligned, or left open to dust when stored upright.
This self-initiated mug concept was developed in response to a common hospitality problem: mugs in breakfast areas are often stacked loosely, misaligned, or left open to dust when stored upright.
The project explores a modular mug and coaster geometry that can be stacked in multiple orientations — upright, inverted, and in stable tower or pyramid arrangements.
The concept was first evaluated in CAD, then validated through a 3D-printed mold and physical casting tests using Raysin 100.
Preparing the mold, pouring the material and demolding the prototypes helped confirm the stacking logic and provided practical feedback on form, tolerances and usability.
The project explores a modular mug and coaster geometry that can be stacked in multiple orientations — upright, inverted, and in stable tower or pyramid arrangements.
The concept was first evaluated in CAD, then validated through a 3D-printed mold and physical casting tests using Raysin 100.
Preparing the mold, pouring the material and demolding the prototypes helped confirm the stacking logic and provided practical feedback on form, tolerances and usability.
Step-by-Step Prototyping •
A 3D-printed mold was used to test the geometry, casting process and stacking behavior beyond the CAD model.
A 3D-printed mold was used to test the geometry, casting process and stacking behavior beyond the CAD model.
