Kirigami inspired shape programmable and reconfigurable multifunctional nanocomposites for 3D structures

•The kirigami design strategy can achieve a controlled sequential folded honeycomb structure by combining different patterns of hinges.•The sequential self-folding approach allows to accurately position nanoparticles in 3D space and time and, hence, controlling properties and anisotropies.•The multifunctional self-folded honeycomb can go beyond the typical sensing/actuation dichotomy with capabilities to both actuate and sense.