Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto by CYD Terra

Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto by CYD Terra is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Alaabta Dhallaanka, Carruurta iyo Ilmaha Competition Category.

NaxaasAlaabta Dhallaanka· 2026

Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto

by CYD Terra

Client: Cyd Terra

Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Alaabta Dhallaanka Category

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The Design

About Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto

Picaboo waa qalab cunto oo lagu barto oo loo naqshadeeyay in uu ka caawiyo carruurta yaryar inay bilaabaan is-quudinta. Qalabkan waxaa lala sameeyay khubarada daaweynta shaqada (occupational therapists) wuxuuna ka kooban yahay baaquli janjeera iyo qaaddo iyo fargeeto qaabkooda u eg afka shimbirta. Gudaha janjeera wuxuu raacayaa dhaqdhaqaaqa dabiiciga ah ee qaadista cuntada, sidaas darteed cuntada waa la ururin karaa si fudud. Saldhig nuugid ah oo silikoon ah oo la furi karo ayaa baaquliga ku hayya sagxadaha siman, waana la kala saari karaa marka uu ilmuhu koro. Baaquliga wuxuu ka samaysan yahay bir aan daxal lahayn oo 304 ah oo heer cunto ah oo laba gidaar leh, taasoo taageerta nadaafadda iyo hayntta heerkulka. Naqshaddu waxay dhiirrigelisaa qabasho sax ah, fadhi deggan iyo cunis madax-bannaan.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award

Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf sare leh oo la siiyo naqshado aan caadi ahayn oo lagu garto hal-abuur, hal-abuur cusub iyo caqli. Guuleystayaasha Naxaasta waa shaqooyin xirfad buuxda leh iyo hal-abuur yaab leh oo xaqiijiya khibrad weyn, male-awaal iyo kartida naqshadeeyayaashooda. Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto waa walax la filayo inay noqoto mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, xirfad cad leh oo hal-abuur cusub leh. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu ku darsadaa hab-dhaqanno ugu wanaagsan farshaxanka, sayniska, naqshadaynta iyo tignoolajiyada wuxuuna ku fiican yahay dhawrista tafaasiisha. Picaboo Qalab Cunto oo lagu Barto si fiican ayay u buuxisaa baahiyaha, taabataa rabitaannada, soo jiidataa dareenka kicinayaanna xiisaha aqoonta.

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