← Work Collection
#
Tableware design, includeing spoons, forks, knives, and chopsticks for use in public dining. Tactile grips and an ergonomic form support users with hand movements or visual impairments, providing a comfortable and convenient way to use the equipment.
Eating isn’t just about filling your stomach — it’s also something social and emotional
What is hand osteoarthritis?
Hand osteoarthritis, also known as osteoarthropathy, is a degenerative joint disease caused by the progressive degeneration of cartilage (the tissue that covers the joints and allows for smooth movement).
Position:
The aim of this food container design is to reawaken a mindful appreciation of food through multi-sensory engagement, providing a more immersive and fulfilling dining experience. This design increases user interaction with the container, enhancing the multi-sensory experience and slowing down the eating pace. By combining multiple senses, the design encourages people, especially those struggling with eating, to recognize the taste and importance of food, creating a healthier and more enjoyable dining experience.
Focusing Issue
- Psychological factors: frustration and loneline
- Difficulty eating independently
- It is difficult to handle fine motor skills, such as interacting with tableware.
User Journey Map
Eating Experience in Canteen
- Holding things while queuing is tiring.
-
Retrieving cutlery from deep or crowded containers is difficult.
-
This process can create social pressure or embarrassment.
- Traditional cutlery can cause hand fatigue during use.
Design Brief
Product + Service
- Design a tableware product suitable for patients with hand arthritis.
- When external, it can satisfy the user's emotional and practical needs.