Tiny Steps Flex کفش نوزاد و کودک نوپا by Winner Medical Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 جایزه برنزی A' Design Award in طراحی محصولات نوزاد، کودک و اطفال Competition Category.
برنزمحصولات نوزاد· 2024
Tiny Steps Flex کفش نوزاد و کودک نوپا
Client: Winner Medical Co., Ltd.
جایزه برنزی A' Design Award Winner in محصولات نوزاد Category
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About Tiny Steps Flex کفش نوزاد و کودک نوپا
تینی استپس فلکس جفت کفشی است که برای نوزادان و کودکان نوپا در مرحله گذار از خزیدن به راه رفتن طراحی شده است. کف کفش از گیرههای دوجهته الهامگرفته از سم گوسفند بهره میبرد تا چسبندگی و پایداری بر روی زمین را بهبود بخشد. یک قوس تخصصی میان برجستگیهای انگشت شست و انگشتان کوچک پا امکان خمشدن طبیعی انگشتان را فراهم میکند. رویه کفش از الیاف طبیعی ساخته شده و سبک و کشسان است تا حرکت آزادانه پا را ممکن سازد. یک بند نرم و پهن، پوشیدن و درآوردن کفش را آسان میکند. رویه و کف کفش بهجای استفاده از چسبهای شیمیایی، بهصورت دوختهشده به هم متصل شدهاند. کفی داخلی ساختهشده از درمنه با نقاط ماساژ، راحتی ضدباکتریایی را نیز به همراه دارد.
The Recognition
About the جایزه برنزی A' Design Award
Tiny Steps Flex کفش نوزاد و کودک نوپا برنده جایزه برنزی A' Design Award است، شناختی بسیار معتبر که به طراحیهای برجستهای اعطا میشود که با خلاقیت، نبوغ و زیرکی متمایز میشوند. برندگان برنز مصنوعاتی بسیار ماهرانه و چشمگیر خلاقاند که تجربه گسترده، تخیل و ابتکار طراحان خود را تأیید میکنند. از Tiny Steps Flex کفش نوزاد و کودک نوپا انتظار میرود شیئی بسیار ارجمند، ستوده و دوستداشتنی باشد که بهطور چشمگیری حرفهای و نوآورانه است. این طراحی برنده جایزه برنزی A' Design Award بهترین رویهها را در هنر، علم، طراحی و فناوری در خود جمع میکند و به سبب توجه به جزئیات برجسته است. Tiny Steps Flex کفش نوزاد و کودک نوپا نیازها را زیبا برآورده میکند، به خواستهها دست میزند، احساسات را مجذوب میسازد و کنجکاوی را برمیانگیزد.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This pair of shoes is tailored for the vital transition from crawling to walking. The outsole, with bidirectional grips inspired by sheep hooves, bolsters stability. The specialized arch at the curved connection between the balls of small and big toes improves flexion flexibility. This is enhanced by an elastic and lightweight upper for more natural foot movement akin to being barefoot. Notably, its upgrades in materials and craftsmanship lead a low carbon fashion in infant and toddler footwear.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- product dimensions, 135 mm x 65 mm x 70 mm
- Tags
- Crawling assistance for infants and toddlers, Bionic structure at the sole, Ergonomic optimization, Antibacterial massage insoles, Low carbon toddling experience
- Production Technology
- The upper made from W-natural fiber is gentle on the skin and offers optimal elasticity to fit the delicate feet of little ones. The wide, soft Velcro strap enhances comfort for their tender feet, and makes the shoes easier to put on and take off. The upper and outsole are expertly stitched, avoiding any hazards from chemical adhesives and formaldehyde. The use of sustainable materials like natural fibers and environmentally friendly rubber pioneers a low-carbon fashion for infants and toddlers.
- Design Challenge
- The key challenge was aiding little ones in the vital transition from crawling to walking. For this end, the sole utilizes a bionic design inspired by sheep hooves, featuring bidirectional grips to secure a robust ground grip and stabilize steps. This feature enhances safety on various ground conditions. Moreover, the specialized arch, located at the curved juncture between the balls of small and big toes, minimizes constraints on natural toe flexion, offering a sensation akin to being barefoot.
- Research
- The crawling stage is vital for brain and muscular coordination of little ones. Yet, numerous footwear options, with thick outsoles or monotonous patterns, inhibit proper foot exercise. To solve this issue, this pair of shoes has been revolutionized with a bionic design at the outsole, tailored for the growth needs of this age group. And the specialized arch, at the curved juncture between the balls of big and small toes, improves toe flexibility and strength, fostering healthy gait development.
- Inspiration
- This pair of shoes is designed with the ergonomic and developmental needs of infants and toddlers in mind. The outsole, bionically inspired by sheep hooves, features bidirectional grips to assist in force application during crawling. This ensures a robust ground grip and stable steps, enhancing comfort for both crawling and walking. Furthermore, this pair of shoes is dominated by an elegant, pastel color palette, creating a harmonious and soothing visual effect to foster a sense of security.
- Project Duration
- The design and development of the shoes started in January 2023, in Shenzhen. It was introduced to the Chinese market in in January 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The outsole, with a bionic design inspired by sheep hooves, features bidirectional grips to stabilize steps and enhance walking balance. The fully wrapped toe cap effectively mitigates collisions, and the critical areas like the heel and arch have been expertly reinforced to provide extra support. Additionally, the wormwood insole, with massage points, offers lasting antibacterial effects and promotes blood circulation, championing holistic foot health of little ones.
- Team Members
- Junnan Xiao
Yujing Zhu
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