Evolving doors by Klemens Torggler!

A name that has almost become synonymous with radical design, Klemens Torggler doors never seem to stop evolving. While he has always taken a step forward in his door designs, here’s a look at this journey, a few steps backward.

Paravent Door and Evolution Door

The latest of Torggler’s designs is the Paravent Door, 2014. Made of felt and steel, this design is a subtle variation of the Evolution Door, the main difference being the materials used in its construction.

The Evolution Door, 2013; is a set of squares geometrically comprised of two triangles each. It is a trackless door that moves sideways, into a third dimension as the four triangles break open by folding outward and then close by unfolding and meeting at the opposite vertex. Made of wood and steel, the evolution door continues to cause a stir every time it introduces itself.

Before the evolution door, Torggler designed various doors that used square panels. While these flip panel doors were being developed, new solutions to connect the squares efficiently were also discovered. One of them was the use of a series of strategically positioned rods.

The Stahltür and Picture Door

The Stahltür or Steel Door, 2011 consists of two square panels connected by diagonally-positioned rods. These rods swing into action with a small tug while the square panels rotate - to open or close the door.

The Picture Door, 2007, used a similar rod system with different materials. It consists a digital print on canvas, allowing infinite variation and customization of this design. 

The Screen 

The Screen, 2007, is a predecessor to the picture and steel door. Made of wood and fabric, it uses 2 squares that revolve around the vertical axis of a single rod that connects them. Its smooth structure allows the user to turn and open it with the movement of a hand. The Screen provides a great solution to open plans that need temporary partition options.

8 Panel Doors

The 8 Panel Door uses 4 pairs of squares that function in the same manner as the Screen, revolving around a vertical axis. The doors are reminiscent of traditional Central European Double doors. They give users the option to join the door together as one unit or have them move independently.

The Kasimir and Epitrochoid Door

The Kasimir or Epitrochoid Door, 2007, opens with the same fluid motion of overlapping panels as other Torggler doors. Instead of two rods, this design uses a single rod in conjunction with a wheel that is guided along a teardrop shaped track.

Klement Torggler has sprouted the idea of replacing conventional handle and hinge doors with modern trackless doors that slide open with the flick of a finger. His designs are still a prototype and are currently unavailable for general sale. Maybe these are the doors of the future. 

Once available, there won't be much to miss except the fact that you may no longer be able to slam the door while walking away in anger. Which is probably good cos it means less noise pollution!