Chido 多功能背心 by Yan Hau Chen - First Rank

Chido 多功能背心 by Yan Hau Chen - First Rank is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 铁奖 in 婴儿、儿童产品设计 Competition Category.

铁婴儿产品· 2025

Chido 多功能背心

by Yan Hau Chen - First Rank

Client: Chido

A' Design Award 铁奖 Winner in 婴儿产品 Category

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The Design

About Chido 多功能背心

Chido 是一款多功能背心，专为三至八岁儿童设计，可作为可穿戴的收纳装备。游泳所需的各类物品可放入可拆卸的收纳袋中，让小朋友能够自己整理随身物品。可调节的肩带使背心能够随着孩子的成长而调整贴合度。轻盈、防水且透气的面料带来舒适感与耐用性，热封缝合工艺则有效减少了吸水。可自由搭配的装饰元素让收纳整理变得妙趣横生。该设计有助于培养孩子的独立性，同时减轻了家长收拾行装的负担。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 铁奖

Chido 多功能背心是 A' Design Award 铁奖得主，这是授予满足人们对设计精良的创作所期待的专业与工业要求的优良设计的声望认可。铁奖得主展现出其创作者的高超技艺、高度专业化、专家级的理解力和创造能力。预计Chido 多功能背心将成为一件备受推崇、令人钦佩且被珍爱的创作，既实用又创新。这件赢得 A' Design Award 铁奖的设计整合了行业最佳实践，并拥有与专业知识和才华相结合的称职技术特性。Chido 多功能背心因其严谨而受到尊重，旨在提供有助于让世界变得更美好的生活品质改善。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This multifunctional vest is a wearable storage solution for children aged 3-8, promoting organization and independence. It features adjustable sizing for growth adaptability and detachable storage pouches for flexible organization of swim essentials. Made from lightweight, water-resistant materials, it ensures comfort and ease of use. Interactive elements, such as customizable decorations, make tidying up engaging, transforming a routine task into an enjoyable learning experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: Vest Dimensions: Adjustable, fits children aged 3-8 years

Width: 360-460 mm (adjustable)
Height: 300-360 mm (adjustable)
Weight: 490 g

Detachable Storage Pouches:
Front Round Pouch: 90 mm(Φ) x 20 mm
Front Rectangular Pouch: 190 mm x 110 mm x 30 mm
Back Pouch: 190 mm x 130 mm x 50 mm
Tags: children vest, wearable storage, swimming goggles, modular pouches, kid-friendly organization, water-resistant, educational accessory, independence training, multifunctional vest, toy
Production Technology: The vest is crafted from lightweight, water-resistant, and breathable fabrics, ensuring comfort and durability. High-density EVA foam padding enhances buoyancy without compromising flexibility. The adjustable straps and modular pouches use reinforced Velcro and snap fasteners for secure attachment. Advanced heat-sealed stitching prevents water absorption, extending longevity. Injection-molded silicone gaskets and anti-fog polycarbonate lenses ensure the goggles offer a snug, clear, and leak-proof fit.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was balancing functionality, comfort, and child engagement. Ensuring the vest was lightweight yet durable while incorporating modular storage required extensive material testing. Designing an adjustable system that grows with the child without compromising fit or usability was another hurdle. Additionally, making organization fun and intuitive for young children while maintaining manufacturing feasibility required iterative prototyping and user feedback to refine the final design.
Research: This project utilized user-centered research to design a wearable storage solution for children, promoting independence and organization. Observational studies and parent interviews identified key pain points in packing swim gear. Prototype testing ensured comfort, durability, and usability. Results showed modular, interactive storage encourages responsibility, reducing parental burden. Insights led to adjustable sizing, detachable pouches, and playful customization, enhancing engagement.
Inspiration: Inspired by the challenges parents face when organizing children swim essentials, this design encourages independence and responsibility through a wearable storage solution. Research on child development shows that interactive learning supports better habits. This insight led to the creation of a modular and adjustable vest that makes tidying up enjoyable. By combining practical features with playful elements, the vest turns organization into a fun and educational experience for young children.
Project Duration: The project started in February 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan, and is currently in the final development phase. Extensive research, prototyping, and testing were conducted to ensure safety, comfort, and usability for children. The design is scheduled for production in July 2025, with planned exhibitions at international design and children's product fairs.
Operation Flow: The vest is worn like a regular jacket, with adjustable straps ensuring a snug fit as the child grows. Detachable pouches allow kids to store their swim gear, making organization simple and fun. The lightweight, water-resistant fabric ensures comfort, while interactive elements, like customizable decorations, encourage engagement. By giving children control over their own belongings, this vest fosters independence and responsibility, making outings smoother for parents.
Patents: Copyrights belong to FIRST RANK Co., Ltd. 2025
Trademarks belongs to FIRST RANK Co., Ltd. 2025
Team Members: Howard Chen
Nataza Chou
Selina Liu
Berry Chiu
Bonnie Jian
Rita Lin
Jessica Cheng
Christine Wang
Golden Drop Design Co., Ltd.
Sativus Brand Consultants. Co., Ltd.
First Rank Co., Ltd.
Image Credits: Images: Sativus Brand Consultants. Co., Ltd.
Video Credits: FIRST RANK Co., Ltd.