Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga by CYD Terra

Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga by CYD Terra is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Ibicuruzwa by'Abana Competition Category.

BuronzeIbicuruzwa by'Abana· 2026

Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga

by CYD Terra

Client: Cyd Terra

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze Winner in Ibicuruzwa by'Abana Category

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The Design

About Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga

Picaboo ni urukurikirane rw'ibikoresho byo kurira byo kwiga byakozwe kugira ngo bifashe abana bato gutangira kwirisha bonyine. Uru rukurikirane rwakozwe hafatanyijwe n'abavuzi b'imyitozo ngororamubiri (occupational therapists) kandi rukubiyemo isahani ihengamye n'ibikoresho byo kurira bifite ishusho y'umunwa w'inyoni. Imbere hahengamye hakurikiza uburyo busanzwe bwo gukoresha ikiyiko, bityo ibiryo bikaba byoroshye gufatwa. Igice cy'ifatizo cya silicone gifata hasi gishobora gukurwaho, gifata isahani ku buso buringaniye kandi gishobora kuvanwaho uko umwana akura. Isahani ikozwe mu cyuma kitagira umugese cyo mu bwoko bwa 304 cyemewe mu biribwa gifite inkuta ebyiri, ibyo bikaba bifasha mu isuku no kubika ubushyuhe. Iyi mikorere itera umwana gufata neza igikoresho, kwicara neza no kurya wenyine.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. Picaboo Ibikoresho byo Kurira byo Kwiga ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

Behind the Design

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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