Hello! I'm Qingxin Liu, an industrial design student with passion about secondary research and inclusive design. As a self-driven designer, I thrive on learning and growing through challenges, eager to explore new perspectives, adept at listening, and embrace diverse perspectives.
‘Winn’ Chair
This project presents a portable safety-focused chair designed for use during earthquake evacuations. The chair integrates protective shields on both its armrests and backrest, which can be easily detached and used to shield oneself from falling debris. Built with a durable stainless-steel frame, the chair is lightweight yet sturdy, providing reliable protection in emergency situations. The shields are designed in two layers for visibility and strength, with an eye-catching orange top layer and a durable black bottom layer. This chair aims to enhance personal safety during earthquakes, offering a practical solution for evacuation procedures. As a casual style chair, it is suitable for various environments such as lobbies, lounges, corridors, public waiting areas, and rest zones. With its concise design and vibrant aesthetics, the chair serves as a practical solution for both daily use and emergency situations.
As a chair, this product fulfills the needs of everyday life by providing comfortable seating. However, it is more than just a chair – when an earthquake strikes, its integrated protective shields can be detached and used to safeguard the user, offering crucial protection and reducing potential injuries. This dual functionality ensures that the chair serves not only as a practical piece of furniture, but also as an essential safety tool in emergencies.
This section highlights the design process of the chair, beginning with detailed sketches that capture the evolution of concepts and initial ideas. It then showcases various prototypes, illustrating the transition from concept to tangible models and emphasizing the iterative adjustments made based on user feedback. Additionally, simulated scenes demonstrate the chair in action during an earthquake evacuation, providing insight into its protective features and user experience. Finally, the integration of Arduino process is documented, explaining how it enhances the chair’s safety capabilities.
