spring 2011
2nd award in design competition Helpotus (“Relief”) arranged by Skanska-homes and Avaava
Team: Verna Kaipainen, Sami Kiviharju, Lassi Leino,
Matti Pekonen/ industrial design
My tasks: 3D-modeling
Edge is a product family for invalid toilets which consists of wc-handrails, wall-attached handrails (2 sizes) and
shower seat. The aim was to design more aesthetically pleasing aid-tools, which would better suit to different interiors. Edge combines a clear geometric form language, discreet mounting, and easy to use mechanisms
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Handrails are based on metal skeleton and cast casing made of plastic and wood-fiber mass. The shower seat consists of sheat material attached to the metal skeleton. Magnets mounted in metal parts keep the foldable elements in upright position. By changing the composition of the cast mass various colors and textures can be achieved, so the series is suitable for dissimilar toilets.
