Two cousins and Cupple
Two Cousins and Cupple: Our Journey to Sustainability
Why Cupple?
As cousins, Amanda and I found ourselves living near each other and spending more time together. The idea for Cupple emerged from a simple yet persistent issue: both of us were constantly lugging around a water bottle and a reusable cup, just in case we needed a coffee on the go. It was bulky, inconvenient, but we refused to resort to single-use plastic bottles or disposable cups. We realized that others must be facing the same dilemma.
The Litter Problem
We began noticing the overwhelming litter—mostly plastic bottles and disposable cups—lining the streets and overflowing bins. It was clear that the single-use culture was a much bigger issue than just our own inconvenience.
Driving Change
We knew change was possible. After all, the plastic bag revolution proved that with enough awareness and incentives, people could shift their behavior. We wanted the same impact in the world of disposable coffee cups and plastic bottles. But until meaningful regulations, like a "Latte Levy," come into effect, we wanted to create an easy, stylish, and eco-friendly alternative.
Finding a Convenient Solution
Our goal was to design a product that combined both a reusable bottle and an insulated cup—one that could replace the wasteful single-use items flooding our streets. With the help of Aetha Design, a UK-based team, Cupple was born: a sleek, twist-together water bottle and insulated cup, all in one.
Cupple®: Cup + Bottle
By 2019, we had the concept ready. Life was busy, with everyone commuting, traveling, and grabbing drinks on the go. Then, just as we were finalizing our prototypes, COVID-19 hit. While the world slowed down, the need for sustainable, reusable products like Cupple became more apparent than ever.
A Shift in Consciousness
The pandemic brought a new awareness of our local environments. With fewer cars on the road and more time spent outdoors, we saw the beauty of nature without the clutter of litter. It highlighted the importance of keeping our spaces clean and protecting our planet.
Looking Forward
As lockdowns ease and life resumes, we believe people will continue to value the natural world and seek out ways to reduce waste. Cupple is here to make that easier—offering a sustainable, stylish solution for those who want to minimize their impact while exploring the world again.