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| DESIGN DETAILS |
DESIGN NAME: 3 Khan
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Multifunctional Kids Product
INSPIRATION: As children grow and their needs change at each developmental stage, they encounter various challenges that require adaptability from their families. The rise of technology has also impacted the quality of interactions between parents and children. This product is designed to meet these evolving needs, empowering families to navigate these transitions successfully and foster stronger connections.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The 3 Khan is designed for children aged one to seven, offering versatile functionality as detailed below: 1. Single Table 2. Double Table 3. Cottage And a Truck (The Box of 3 Khan)
OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: We modeled the three states that the product can transform into and examined the connections between them, ensuring they are secure and strong. One design goal was to connect the parts like a puzzle, so we chose aluminum for the connections due to its suitability for extrusion. We used plywood for the main parts to create grooves that guide assembly, making it easy to put together. We optimized the lengths to enhance strength while incorporating a measure of flexibility.
PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in October 2023 in Tehran and finished in November 2024 in Tehran.
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PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: With the rising popularity of multi-user products, this item is designed to meet the diverse needs of children. Its main structure is made of plywood, with hand-painted images from the Shahnameh(The Book of Kings; an epic work of Persian literature). The aluminum connections feature a sliding design, allowing for three different configurations, thereby enhancing its versatility.
SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: The 3 Khan pack includes:
- Single Table: 600 mm, 500 mm, 560 mm
- Double Table: 1200 mm, 500 mm, 560 mm
- Cottage: 884 mm, 500 mm, 902 mm
- Child's Chair for Ages 1 to 3: 280 mm, 300 mm/260mm, 420 mm
- Child's Chair for Ages 3 to 7: 280 mm, 300 mm, 420 mm
- Four metal connectors for attaching the single table's top to its legs
- Two metal connectors for the double table
- Two metal connectors for the cottage
- Truck for The Box of 3 Khan: 670 mm, 530 mm, 320 mm
TAGS: Kids, Children, Furniture, Table, Cottage, Family, Toy, Education, Entertainment
RESEARCH ABSTRACT: This product, designed for children aged one to seven, was developed through research on children's needs and parental insights. It features versatile dimensions that allow for conversion between a single table, a double table, and a cottage, considering budget constraints and limited home space. Key goals include enhancing parent-child relationships, encouraging discussions about stories, and fostering children's skills through assembly activities.
CHALLENGE: The product's bodies are positioned using easily assembled joints that require no mechanical tools. A key challenge was ensuring these joints were strong enough to hold the structures. Various designs were tested, but most were rejected due to looseness. Ultimately, sliding joints of suitable lengths and widths were achieved through trial and error.
ADDED DATE: 2025-02-26 12:20:09
TEAM MEMBERS (3) : Designer : Ms. Nastaran Akbari, Engineer : Dr. Davood Manafi and Painter : Ms.Leila Sohbati
IMAGE CREDITS: Photographer : deedstudio
Main image is image # 1
Optional image # 1 is image # 2
Optional image # 2 is image # 3
Optional image # 3 is image # 4
Optional image # 4 is image # 5
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NAME: Madstudio
PROFILE: In the competitive architectural design landscape, The Mad Studio has carved out a distinct identity, emphasizing the fusion of beauty and functionality in its projects. Committed to enriching human experiences, MAD believes that every design opportunity allows for a new narrative to unfold. Their philosophy centers on bold design choices, innovative concepts, and creative execution, aiming to infuse each space with meaning and spirit. By prioritizing both aesthetic appeal and practical use, MAD aims to create environments that resonate with individuals on a deeper level.
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| COMMENTS |
| Giulia Esposito |
Comment #103927 on June 20, 2025, 3:24 pm |
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I am thoroughly impressed by the creativity, thoughtfulness, and ingenuity embodied in the "3 Khan" multifunctional kids product; the versatile design and ability to seamlessly adapt to children's evolving developmental stages demonstrates both sensitivity and practicality, addressing family needs and enriching family interactions. The clever utilization of plywood combined with culturally rich, hand-painted imagery from the Shahnameh adds an artistic and educational dimension, encouraging storytelling and deeper parent-child engagement. Furthermore, the innovative sliding aluminum joints, skillfully crafted through meticulous trial and error, showcase a commendable commitment to quality, safety, and robustness, ensuring ease of use and durability. By thoughtfully considering budget constraints, limited home space, and interactive play, the design successfully fosters children's cognitive and motor skill development, while simultaneously strengthening familial bonds. This outstanding achievement clearly reflects exceptional insight, research, and dedication, making the "3 Khan" a truly inspirational example in the field of Baby, Kids' and Children's Products Design, and I extend my sincere admiration to Nastaran Akbari and Davood Manafi for their remarkable accomplishment.
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| Elisabeth Clark |
Comment #105583 on June 21, 2025, 5:14 am |
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I am thoroughly impressed by the exceptional creativity and thoughtful approach demonstrated by Nastaran Akbari and Davood Manafi in their award-winning work, "3 Khan." The multifunctional nature of this innovative children's product, skillfully accommodating a single table, a double table, a charming cottage, and even a truck, clearly reflects meticulous attention to the evolving needs of children aged one to seven. Particularly inspiring is the designers' profound understanding of family dynamics and child development, addressing the contemporary challenges posed by technology and space limitations within the home. The careful research undertaken by Nastaran Akbari and Davood Manafi, incorporating valuable parental insights and children's developmental requirements, has successfully resulted in a versatile and engaging product that enhances parent-child interactions and fosters meaningful connections. It is truly delightful to see such a beautifully executed design receive recognition through the prestigious A' Design Award, as the "3 Khan" undoubtedly exemplifies excellence and innovation in Baby, Kids' and Children's Products Design.
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| Mark Allen |
Comment #107122 on June 21, 2025, 6:04 pm |
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The "3 Khan" multifunctional kids' product stands out wonderfully as a thoughtful and innovative solution that meets the evolving developmental needs of children from one to seven years old, seamlessly blending adaptability, functionality, and aesthetic charm. The versatile design, featuring convertible configurations from single table to double table, cottage, and truck, not only optimizes use of home space but also encourages meaningful parent-child interactions and fosters skill development through engaging assembly activities. The careful integration of plywood structures enhanced by beautifully hand-painted illustrations inspired by the Shahnameh adds a culturally rich and artistic depth, while the thoughtful engineering of aluminum sliding joints demonstrates meticulous care in usability and durability. The intuitive ease of assembly, achieved after diligent trial and error, highlights the dedication and creative ingenuity behind this exceptional product. Congratulations on winning the prestigious A' Design Award in the Baby, Kids' and Children's Products Design category, a recognition truly well-deserved for such a remarkable and inspiring creation.
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