Cocoon

The Challenge
Outdoor equipment is often designed for efficiency and mass production, yet rarely questions material origin or adaptability. The challenge of The Cocoon was to explore how discarded materials could be transformed into a functional and portable shelter. At the same time, the project investigated how spontaneity and mobility could redefine the experience of sleeping in nature.

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The Concept
The Cocoon was developed as a lightweight, wearable tent constructed from repurposed materials, including an old windscreen, a Basic Fit bag and worn gym hoops sourced from a primary school. These elements were reassembled into a compact structure that can be carried on the back and deployed within minutes.

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The design focuses on immediacy. Once removed from the body, the structure unfolds and takes shape with minimal intervention. Secured with two stakes, the shelter becomes a temporary personal space within the landscape. Material reuse remains visible, allowing the object to communicate its origin while serving a new function.

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The Outcome
The Cocoon transforms waste materials into a portable sanctuary. It demonstrates how resourcefulness and spatial thinking can create autonomy in outdoor environments. By merging wearability, reuse and shelter, the project reframes camping as a direct and intuitive act, making the landscape accessible with minimal means and maximum adaptability.

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