3 Khan

Multifunctional Kids Product for Madstudio

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.

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Unique Properties

The 3 Khan is designed for children aged one to seven, offering versatile functionality as detailed below: 1. Single Table 2. Double Table 3. Cottage And a Truck (The Box of 3 Khan)

Tags

Kids, Children, Furniture, Table, Cottage, Family, Toy, Education, Entertainment

Production Technology

With the rising popularity of multi-user products, this item is designed to meet the diverse needs of children. Its main structure is made of plywood, with hand-painted images from the Shahnameh(The Book of Kings; an epic work of Persian literature). The aluminum connections feature a sliding design, allowing for three different configurations, thereby enhancing its versatility.

Design Challenge

The product's bodies are positioned using easily assembled joints that require no mechanical tools. A key challenge was ensuring these joints were strong enough to hold the structures. Various designs were tested, but most were rejected due to looseness. Ultimately, sliding joints of suitable lengths and widths were achieved through trial and error.

Project Duration

The project started in October 2023 in Tehran and finished in November 2024 in Tehran.

Operation Flow

We modeled the three states that the product can transform into and examined the connections between them, ensuring they are secure and strong. One design goal was to connect the parts like a puzzle, so we chose aluminum for the connections due to its suitability for extrusion. We used plywood for the main parts to create grooves that guide assembly, making it easy to put together. We optimized the lengths to enhance strength while incorporating a measure of flexibility.

Research

This product, designed for children aged one to seven, was developed through research on children's needs and parental insights. It features versatile dimensions that allow for conversion between a single table, a double table, and a cottage, considering budget constraints and limited home space. Key goals include enhancing parent-child relationships, encouraging discussions about stories, and fostering children's skills through assembly activities.

Inspiration

As children grow and their needs change at each developmental stage, they encounter various challenges that require adaptability from their families. The rise of technology has also impacted the quality of interactions between parents and children. This product is designed to meet these evolving needs, empowering families to navigate these transitions successfully and foster stronger connections.

Image Credits

Photographer : deedstudio Main image is image # 1 Optional image # 1 is image # 2 Optional image # 2 is image # 3 Optional image # 3 is image # 4 Optional image # 4 is image # 5

Project Overview

3 Khan Multifunctional Kids Product has been a Iron winner in the Baby, Kids' and Children's Products Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.

Iron Recognition

Nastaran Akbari was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work 3 Khan Multifunctional Kids Product.

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