Flat Pack Design for Kids
A class exercise in flat pack design and user interaction
A class exercise in flat pack design and user interaction
This children's flat pack concept evolved from a class project in which we were instructed to create a design that could be manipulated by the child without adult help while only using a single 5'x2' plywood sheet.
The puzzle piece concept is a chair set of two that can be manipulated into multiple configurations. It was designed to be functional, space-saving, economical, and fun and engaging for a child. Utilizing the puzzle theme serves to not only be visually fun and recognizable for the child, but also acts as a way to communicate to the child that this furniture is meant to be taken apart and played with just like a real puzzle. The simple straight slot cuts used aids in the simplicity of the transformation from one configuration to the next.
The puzzle piece concept is a chair set of two that can be manipulated into multiple configurations. It was designed to be functional, space-saving, economical, and fun and engaging for a child. Utilizing the puzzle theme serves to not only be visually fun and recognizable for the child, but also acts as a way to communicate to the child that this furniture is meant to be taken apart and played with just like a real puzzle. The simple straight slot cuts used aids in the simplicity of the transformation from one configuration to the next.
The pieces can connect and then be stacked flat to be slid under the bed for storage. (Note: this picture shows only 4 pieces which will make 1 chair/table configuration. The kit actually includes 4 more identical pieces which makes the accompanying chair/table for the set).
"Club Chair"
Standard rocking chair
Floor height rocking chair (carpet lounger)
End table with cubby
Desk
