Tiny Steps Flex Calcei Infantium et Parvulorum by Winner Medical Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum in Producta Infantium Competition Category.
AesProducta Infantium· 2024
Tiny Steps Flex Calcei Infantium et Parvulorum
Client: Winner Medical Co., Ltd.
Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum Winner in Producta Infantium Category
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About Tiny Steps Flex Calcei Infantium et Parvulorum
Tiny Steps Flex par calceorum est ad infantes et parvulos a rependo ad ambulandum transeuntes designatum. Solea exterior haerentias bidirectionales, ab ungulis ovium inspiratas, adhibet ut adhaesionem et stabilitatem in solo augeat. Arcus specialis inter pulpas pollicis et digiti minimi pedis naturalem flexionem digitorum permittit. Pars superior ex fibra naturali facta levis et elastica est ad liberum pedis motum. Lorum latum et molle calceos facile induere et exuere sinit. Pars superior et solea exterior consutae sunt, ita glutina chemica vitantur. Soleola interior ex artemisia facta, punctis massagii praedita, commoditatem antibacterialem addit.
The Recognition
About the Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum
Tiny Steps Flex Calcei Infantium et Parvulorum victor est Praemii A' Design Award Aeneum, honoris multum aestimati formis egregiis, creandi ingenio, sollertia et acumine insignibus dati. Victores Aenei opera perita et mire creandi sunt, quae experientiam, imaginationem et solertiam auctorum suorum confirmant. Exspectatur Tiny Steps Flex Calcei Infantium et Parvulorum rem multum aestimatam, admiratam et carissimam, notabiliter professionalem et novam fore. Haec forma Aeneo victa optimas consuetudines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae amplectitur et in cura minutiarum excellit. Tiny Steps Flex Calcei Infantium et Parvulorum necessitates egregie explet, cupiditates tangit, sensus capit et curiositatem allicit.
Behind the Design
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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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