Stand Umbrella Or Umbrella Stand?

Here’s a brilliant idea out of Asia that makes you wonder why such a product hasn’t made a stronger commercial impact. The stand umbrella, a design of Hironao Tsuboi, is a self standing umbrella that does away with the need for a separate umbrella stand.

Although simple in appearance, a lot of work went into designing the product to determine both the center of gravity and the optimal spread of the feet. It is because of this work that the stand is sturdy and does not readily tip. The Stand Umbrella is available for $41 USD.