If you’re like me, it seems like you never have enough space. I recently moved into a slightly smaller house, and at first, it seemed like everything was fine. I mean, the house I lived in before was too big for just me, so moving into a smaller one seemed like a logical step. You know what the problem with that logic is? It doesn’t work. You get too used to a larger space, so you accumulate more crap, and then pretty soon you need to live in a three bedroom house because you have so much stuff. Guest room? Forget it, that’s where you keep all your LEGOs and Star Wars action figures. You also need at least two bathrooms because you bought all that soap and toilet paper on sale at Costco and now have nowhere to store it. Oh, and don’t even get me started on the cramped quarters of a smaller kitchen!
If you spend even a decent amount of time in the kitchen, you tend to acquire your fair share of gadgets. Sure, you hardly ever use your mini chopper or George Foreman, but it’s comforting to know they’re there. The only problem is that, no matter how big or small a kitchen is, it seems that the cabinet space is always at best described as limited. The Origami Colander (ThinkGeek, $19.99) understands your need for storage space, which is why it lays flat in your cupboard. I know, you’re wondering how a flat colander can help you wash your veggies or drain your spaghetti dinner, but the answer is simple: it’s not flat. Sorry if I just blew your mind, but the reality is that this colander has the ability to go from upright to flat faster than you can say, “Why’s it called a colander anyways?” or some other interesting short phrase. Using a not-so-complicated system of hinges and locking latches, you can take this flat colander out of the drawer and pop it together in no time. Oh, and my personal favorite of any kitchen tool? It’s dishwasher friendly.
I know, it’s not the technological breakthrough of the century, but it’s still pretty cool. I mean, it’s not like you came up with it, which has to be pretty upsetting. If only you had, you could be sitting pretty in a home much bigger than your needs, with a room just for your action figures. Too bad, so sad.
5 out of 5 flat stars.
Specs:
-Dimensions: 42cm x 32.5cm x 1cm (flat)
27cm x 22cm x 14cm (folded)
-Available in black, green, white (only $17.99), and red
-Folds flat
-12 hinges and 4 locking latches keep it together
-Easy to store
-Dishwasher safe
-Made of polypropylene
