Exploring Spaces In Children’s Furniture


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Creator/Artist: Archana Sonavane

Category: Product Design

Document: P2 Project

Batch: 2017-2019

Source: India,   IDC IIT Bombay

Period:  2009-2018

Medium: Report pdf

Supervisor: Prof. Purba Joshi


Detailed Description

The aim of this project is to design furniture for children between the age group of 6 to 10 years that also challenges the conventional kids’ furniture available in the market today. The design process involves the translation of “playfulness” as an experience rather than just a formal expression. It also takes into account the need for a design solution that is space-saving and grows with the child while giving them a sense of independence and belonging. As a part of the process, studies were conducted directly with the children in their homes. This helped in providing clarity on their requirements and also established spatial context. A major challenge was in tackling aspects of packaging, transportation and assembly. The exploration takes all of this into consideration and provides the user with a simple, playful and practical solution that effectively caters to a child’s growing needs.