international & responsible design for kids discover now at afilii

Cooplay – play table round by Irena Vent

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Cooplay arises as a response to the loss of contact with nature and the excessive consumption of toys during childhood. In my research I discovered many studies that pointed to the harmful effects on childhood of children spending more and more hours in enclosed spaces.

DIY Flashlight by Sara Berkai

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We developed this DIY flashlight as a direct request from children. Whilst volunteering running science workshops in Eritrea (East Africa), children would ask for more useful and functional items.

Archi-Animal Collection – playful furniture by Ana Vignjevic

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Archi-animals is the first collection in my new-born design studio Not a Doll House. It is is a creative, playful, architecture inspired collection consists of 5 animal-shape products. The products are primarily intended for children, but the simplicity of forms makes them intergenerational and decorative objects:

Sustainability in the nursery – the future plays here

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Our children’s future depends on the sustained use of our natural resources. But how can we create a sustainable and healthy environment for our children in our own walls and at the same time preserve our planet’s limited resources while putting our children at the center of the design?

Nina – wooden baby cradle that grows with the child by Feit-Design

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We designed the N+L convertible series which consist of a baby cradle convertible to a drawing table, an evolutive and fun piece which can be used from newborn till grown up.

Wheelbarrow Table – children’s play table by Sarit Shani Hay

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The idea behind this kid’s play table was to create a fun playful mobile table that it is both functional and playful. A child can play with it, draw and use its storage for toys

YaWood – rocking horse & play furniture by Argo4 Studio

The goal was to create an object that could be used individually, but that would be more funny when shared. It is made by a curved wood profile that follows the lines of the body. The design concept is inspired by the mother’s hand as a symbol of protection and kindness.

design for kids curated by afilii @Tendence Frankfurt 2019 * list of exhibitors

afilii – international hub & platform for meaningful design for kids presents at Tendence in Frankfurt 12 carefully chosen manufacturers and designers from nine countries

play it green! respectful & sustainable design for kids, Sep 20-21 Design Post Cologne | list of exhibitors

Respectful & sustainable design for kids presents the exhibition play it green! on September 20 – 21 2018 at Design Post Cologne. Play it green! – initiated by afilii – platform for design & architecture for kids – introduces 28 international exhibitors from 8 countries with eco friendly toys, accessories, modern kids furniture and selected prototypes by students & young designers. The extensive framework program will inspire and create awareness for changes of perspective.

Emily, Mum Blogger from smallfry

Do kids need design?

Our environment has an energy just like we do. Design can make you feel calm and peaceful, inspired and excited, overwhelmed and anxious. That of course extends down to children, too!

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