Picaboo 學習餐具 by CYD Terra is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 嬰兒產品設計 Competition Category.

銅嬰兒產品· 2026

Picaboo 學習餐具

by CYD Terra

Client: Cyd Terra

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 嬰兒產品 Category

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The Design

About Picaboo 學習餐具

Picaboo係一套學習餐具，專為幫助幼兒開始自主進食而設計。呢套餐具由職業治療師參與研發，包括一個傾斜碗同鳥喙形餐具。傾斜嘅碗內設計順應自然嘅舀食動作，令食物更容易舀起。可拆式矽膠吸盤底座可以將個碗穩固喺平面上，隨住小朋友成長亦可以拆除。個碗採用雙層304食品級不鏽鋼製造，有助保持衞生同保溫。呢個設計鼓勵正確嘅握持方式、穩定嘅姿勢同埋獨立進食。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Picaboo 學習餐具是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Picaboo 學習餐具將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Picaboo 學習餐具出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

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