Elderly Bench
About the Project
The Elderly Bench prototype is a thoughtfully designed bench tailored for elderly individuals to enhance their comfort, mobility, and social engagement in public spaces like parks. Developed through in-depth conversations with elderly users and feedback from industry experts, the bench incorporates specialized features to address their unique needs, including a detachable board that serves as a table or chessboard and a detachable umbrella/cane holder. These features promote accessibility and encourage social interaction. The design aims to improve seniors' quality of life by fostering community connection and ease of use in outdoor environments.
Awards
- Third Place Award: Macau Sheng Kung Hui Association Elderly Friendly Community Space Design Competition
- Design Excellence Award: Macau Sheng Kung Hui Association Elderly Friendly Community Space Design Competition
Home view of the bench design. Screenshot taken from Autodesk Inventor.
Presented our Elderly Bench project on TDM, Macau's regional news broadcaster, to raise awareness about the need for better care and accessibility for seniors.
Interviewed elderlies at the park, asking them about the quality of their life, the struggles they experience, and their view on incorportating new technology to their daily lives.