"Now, imagine bringing that same thoughtful, modular approach to one of the most notoriously cramped dining experiences: airplane meals. That's exactly what BKID co has done with their System Tray design, and honestly, it's one of those ideas that makes you wonder why we didn't think of this sooner. The project takes the organizational genius behind Korean side dish service and reimagines it for the narrow, tray-table constrained world of in-flight dining."
"Anyone who's flown recently knows the struggle. You get your meal tray, and it's this precarious balancing act of overlapping plastic containers, a wobbly cup threatening to spill, and utensils that somehow always end up on the floor. There's no elegance to it, no sense that anyone actually thought about the experience beyond "how do we get food from point A to point B?" The System Tray flips that script entirely."
"What makes this particularly clever is how it addresses real constraints. Airlines aren't going to adopt anything that doesn't meet strict safety standards or adds significant weight. So BKID co worked with lightweight materials like durable plastics and lightweight ceramics, keeping things practical while maintaining that elevated aesthetic. The pieces can stack when not in use, which means they take up less storage space in the galley."
BKID co designed the System Tray as a modular, nestable meal tray for airplanes inspired by Korean banchan service. Individual plates slot together with organic, flowing shapes that lock into a main tray, creating stability and visual order. Lightweight materials such as durable plastics and light ceramics meet airline weight and safety constraints while preserving an elevated aesthetic. The pieces stack for compact galley storage and reduce spillage and utensil loss by organizing components securely. The design prioritizes functional geometry, space efficiency, and an improved passenger dining experience within the limits of tray-table dining.
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