Maples Clinic Visit Edukacyjna Książeczka Opowieści by Bruno Oro is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Srebrna Nagroda A' Design Award in Wolontariat Competition Category.
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Maples Clinic Visit Edukacyjna Książeczka Opowieści
by Bruno Oro
Client: Bruno Oro
Srebrna Nagroda A' Design Award Winner in Wolontariat Category
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The Design
About Maples Clinic Visit Edukacyjna Książeczka Opowieści
Wizyta Maple w Przychodni to książeczka dla dzieci zaprojektowana z myślą o pomocy młodym czytelnikom w łatwiejszym przechodzeniu przez wizyty lekarskie. Narracja śledzi losy misia Maple, który odwiedza przychodnię, aby poznać ortetykę i proces medyczny. Wciągające ilustracje oraz przystępna fabuła mają na celu zmniejszenie lęku i wspieranie zrozumienia. Przedstawiając procedury kliniczne w kojący sposób, ta książka wzmacnia dzieci, pozwalając im stawić czoła swoim doświadczeniom medycznym z pewnością siebie, przekształcając potencjalnie onieśmielające sytuacje w pozytywne okazje do nauki.
The Recognition
About the Srebrna Nagroda A' Design Award
Maples Clinic Visit Edukacyjna Książeczka Opowieści to laureat Srebrnej Nagrody A' Design Award, niezwykle prestiżowego wyróżnienia przyznawanego przepięknym, imponującym projektom z najwyższej półki. Laureaci Srebrnej Nagrody to niezwykle błyskotliwe i wyjątkowo twórcze dzieła, które ukazują wybitną wiedzę, talent i przenikliwość ich twórców. Maples Clinic Visit Edukacyjna Książeczka Opowieści ma być wspaniałym, reprezentacyjnym dziełem, które jest niezwykle profesjonalne i głęboko innowacyjne. Ten projekt nagrodzony Srebrną Nagrodą A' Design Award to bardzo godny uwagi, podziwiany wynalazek, który przynosi korzyści i przesuwa granice sztuki, nauki, designu i technologii. Maples Clinic Visit Edukacyjna Książeczka Opowieści to dzieło, któremu wielu zazdrości, które budzi pragnienia, wprowadza pozytywne uczucia oraz wzbudza zdumienie i zachwyt.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Maples Clinic Visit helps children facing frequent medical appointments by providing relatable information. The story follows Maple, a teddy bear who needs orthotics to walk, explaining clinical procedures in a comforting way. Aimed at children with cerebral palsy, the book reduces anxiety by familiarizing them with medical visits. It emphasizes user-centered design to improve children's healthcare experiences, making each appointment feel friendlier and less daunting.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 10 by 8 inches hardbook
- Tags
- Maple, orthotics, children healthcare, user experience, medical appointments, disability awareness, storybook, pediatric rehabilitation, emotional support, engaging design
- Production Technology
- Maples Clinic Visit was developed using user-centered design methodologies, focusing on the emotional needs of children facing medical procedures. We conducted qualitative research, including interviews with parents and healthcare professionals, to inform the narrative and illustrations. The book features vibrant, engaging visuals created through digital illustration techniques, ensuring accessibility and appeal. Additionally, iterative prototyping allowed for testing the storyline with young audiences, enhancing relatability and understanding of clinical processes, particularly regarding orthotics.
- Design Challenge
- The creative challenge involved addressing the emotional barriers children face during medical appointments. Overcoming societal misconceptions about disabilities was crucial, as was ensuring that the design resonated with young audiences. Historically, children's resources have been limited, leading to anxiety in clinical settings. External factors like healthcare regulations influenced content accuracy, while advancements in technology allowed for engaging illustrations and interactive elements. Collaborating with medical professionals ensured the project was both informative and supportive, fostering a positive impact on children’s experiences.
- Research
- This design research focuses on improving children's experiences in healthcare settings, specifically for those with disabilities. The objectives include reducing anxiety during medical visits and educating children about clinical procedures. We employed qualitative methods, using interviews and observations to gather data. Participants included children, parents, and healthcare professionals. The results revealed that relatable resources significantly eased children's fears. Insights showed that engaging designs can foster comfort and understanding, ultimately impacting how healthcare is delivered, enhancing both societal awareness and design practices.
- Inspiration
- This project was inspired by the need for relatable resources for children facing frequent medical appointments, particularly those with disabilities like cerebral palsy. I aimed to create an engaging experience to reduce anxiety and make clinical visits more approachable. My background in Industrial Design and research on user experience in healthcare guided the development. Collaborating with healthcare professionals ensured the content was informative and comforting for young readers.
- Project Duration
- Project developed in Spring 2024 at Iowa State University
- Operation Flow
- Maples Clinic Visit works by engaging children through a fun story about a teddy bear who goes to the clinic. The narrative transforms a potentially scary experience into an adventure, helping kids relate to Maples journey. Interaction occurs as children follow along with Maple, making them feel involved in the story. Key moments highlight important steps in medical visits, making it easier for kids to understand what to expect. This approach helps reduce anxiety, resulting in a more positive experience during real-life appointments and encouraging cooperation.
- Patents
- Maples Clinic Visit © 2024 by Bruno Oro is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
To view a copy of this license, visit:
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
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