By Design Magazine

Valentino Chow

Balance Bike

Monday, 12 October 2026

Edam

Inspire the small universe Stimulate children's growth sensory potential. Let children break through the traditional thinking framework and Push the boundaries. Hong Kong custom design studio Edam wanted a fun family project, likely to keep them entertained through the hot and Rain summer in Hong Kong. To get the owner light balance young son on Three spokes wheels, Stripped it down to the bare essentials, and rebuilt it into a fully tuned, lighter, and way cooler superbike.

Nastaran Akbari

Multifunctional Kids Product

Sunday, 11 October 2026

3 Khan

The 3 Khan is an innovative product for children aged 1 to 7, designed to enhance creativity and developmental skills through assembly. It transforms into three configurations: Single Table, Double Table, and Cottage, all packaged in The Box of 3 Khan (The Truck). The product promotes practical skills via mechanical connections and tools while encouraging imaginative play. Featuring hand-painted illustrations inspired by The Book of Kings; an epic work of Persian literature, fosters family interaction and storytelling, making it a valuable product for both learning and cultural connection.

Yan Hau Chen

Multifunctional Vest

Saturday, 10 October 2026

Chido

Chido is a multifunctional vest designed as wearable storage for children aged three to eight. Swim essentials are carried in detachable pouches, so young users can organize their own belongings. Adjustable straps allow the vest to fit as the child grows. Lightweight, water-resistant and breathable fabrics provide comfort and durability, and heat-sealed stitching limits water absorption. Customizable decorations make tidying up engaging. The design supports independence and reduces the packing effort required from parents.

Yichi Chen

Children's Medicine Packaging

Friday, 9 October 2026

Pillzzle

Pillzzle is a medicine packaging design for children. Each board holds four pills, and every pill is linked to one puzzle piece. When the four pieces from the same board are joined, they form a complete animal shape. Parents can tear off a single puzzle-shaped section along the marked lines, separate the top layer, open the aluminum foil and give the pill together with the puzzle piece as a reward. The package is made of plastic, aluminum foil and TPU. The collection system is intended to make children more willing to follow a course of treatment.

Zhou Leijing

Multifunctional Player

Thursday, 8 October 2026

Teli Tiee

Teli Tiee is a story player designed for interaction between children and older adults. Three types of story element blocks are placed into a groove, and the device senses each combination and plays the matching story. A lever is moved to the right to change the story and to the left to record a new one. Recorded stories are processed by artificial intelligence and turned into illustrated stories that can be shared. The body is made of plastic and wood, and includes near field communication, Bluetooth and an electronic screen.

Yasuhiro Yamamoto

Shoulder Bag with Hip Seat

Wednesday, 7 October 2026

Hugoo

Hugoo is a shoulder bag with a built-in hip seat for outings with children. The bag keeps the form of an ordinary shoulder bag while supporting a child on a padded seat. Four pockets are arranged by role, so one bag can hold the items needed for a day out. The lining is yellow to make the contents easy to see, and one pocket allows a wiping sheet to be pulled out directly. The fabric is CORDURA, selected for strength and durability. When the hip seat is no longer needed, Hugoo can still be used as a shoulder bag.

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Monday, 5 October 2026

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