Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset by CYD Terra

Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset by CYD Terra is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award yn Brûns in Poppe-, Berne- en Berneprodukten Ûntwerp Competition Category.

BrûnsPoppeprodukten· 2026

Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset

by CYD Terra

Client: Cyd Terra

A' Design Award yn Brûns Winner in Poppeprodukten Category

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The Design

About Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset

Picaboo is in learskaal- en bestekset ûntwurpen om pjutten te helpen mei it begjinnen fan selsstannich iten. De set is ûntwikkele mei ergoterapeuten en omfettet in skean kommeke en bestek yn snaffelfoarm. De skeane binnenkant folget de natuerlike skepbeweging, sadat iten makliker op te skeppen is. In ôfnimbere silikonen sûchfoet hâldt it kommeke fêst op flakke oerflakken en kin fuorthelle wurde as it bern grutter wurdt. It kommeke is makke fan dûbelwandich 304 fiedingsfeilich roestfrij stiel, dat hygiëne en temperatuerbehâld stipet. It ûntwerp befoarderet in goede gripe, in stabile hâlding en selsstannich iten.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Brûns

Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns, in heech prestisjeuze erkenning foar treflike ûntwerpen dy't har ûnderskiede troch kreativiteit, fernuft en tûkens. Brûnswinners binne tige feardige en opfallend kreative artefakten dy't de grutte ûnderfining, ferbylding en betochtsumens fan har ûntwerpers befêstigje. Fan Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierber objekt is dat opmerklik profesjoneel en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns yntegrearret de bêste praktiken yn keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology en is treflik om syn omtinken foar detail. Picaboo Learskaal- en bestekset foldocht behoeften prachtich, reitsjet winsken, betsjoeveret gefoelens en sprekt nijsgjirrigens oan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Picaboo is an ergonomic dining system co-developed with occupational therapists to master toddlers' self-feeding. Its tilted bowl design aligns with a natural scooping trajectory, minimizing mealtime frustration. The set features a detachable suction base for stability across surfaces and adapts as the child grows. Made from food-grade materials, it combines safety with a functional aesthetic to promote independence and correct posture.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions:

Tilted Bowl: 130 mm (W) x 130 mm (D) x 69 mm (H); Base Diameter: 94 mm.

Spoon & Fork: 114 mm (L) x 28 mm (W) x 38 mm (H).

Technical Properties:

Materials: 304 Stainless Steel and High-Purity Silicone (Bowl); 304 Stainless Steel and Polypropylene (Cutlery).

Weight: Bowl 275g; Cutlery Set 60g.

Capacity: 500cc.

Temperature Resistance: Bowl -20°C to 220°C; Cutlery 5°C to 110°C.

Origin: Made in Taiwan.
Tags: Toddler tableware, Self-feeding, Occupational therapy design, 304 Stainless steel bowl, Silicone suction base, Ergonomic cutlery, Beak shaped spoon, Child development, Non-slip dining set, Made in Taiwan
Production Technology: Picaboo is crafted from premium 304 food-grade stainless steel and high-purity silicone. The bowl utilizes a precision-engineered double-wall stainless steel construction for optimal hygiene and temperature retention. A detachable, high-performance silicone suction base is integrated through a secure mechanical fit, ensuring the product is exceptionally durable and safe for long-term toddler use.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was balancing the organic "bird-shaped" ergonomic handle with mass production constraints. Maintaining the fluid, seamless curve required complex mold designs to ensure a single-piece construction with no dead corners for hygiene and easy cleaning. We navigated the limitations of food-grade plastics, ensuring structural integrity while meeting strict safety standards. The result successfully integrates therapeutic expertise into a safe, manufacturable, and intuitive tool for toddlers.
Research: Our exploratory study with 30 families and occupational therapists aimed to ease toddler self-feeding. Using behavioral observation and ergonomic testing, we found traditional utensils hinder developing motor skills. Insight led to our patented bird-shaped handle; its ergonomic curve guides correct grip naturally, aiding the future transition to pencil-holding. This innovation boosts child confidence and independence, offering a significant impact on early childhood development and design.
Inspiration: Picaboo is inspired by the transition to self-feeding. Co-developed with occupational therapists, it features "Beak" shaped cutlery to guide natural grip. The bowl’s dual-material design combines a rigid interior for scooping efficiency with a detachable silicone suction base for stability. This structural integration addresses motor skill challenges, providing an intuitive, secure interface for toddlers to build dining confidence.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2020 in Taipei and was officially completed in December 2022 in Taipei, Taiwan. Following its successful development and launch, the design was prominently exhibited at the Kind + Jugend (K+J) 2025, the leading international trade fair for baby and toddler equipment in Cologne, Germany. The research and prototyping phases were conducted locally in Taiwan to ensure the highest standards of ergonomic safety and functional excellence.
Operation Flow: Using Picaboo is intuitive for both parents and toddlers. First, the bowl is pressed onto a flat surface to activate the strong suction base, providing superior stability to prevent spills. The "Beak" cutlery is specifically designed to fit a child's natural grip, encouraging correct hand-to-mouth coordination. As the child grows, the suction base can be detached, transforming the set into a standard dining set that provides long-term value through early childhood.
Image Credits: CYD TERRA