2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Multi-functional Piano Baby Gym

Entrant

Shantou Chenghai Sandazhu Packaging Materials Co., Ltd

Category

Product Design - Baby, Kids & Children Products

Client's Name

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Country / Region

China

About The Entry

Based on a deep understanding of how babies from 0 to 3 grow and master new skills in quick stages—such as rolling over at three months, sitting at seven, and walking at age one—this product is designed to keep up with the child’s needs. Instead of constantly buying age-specific toys that become obsolete in months, this versatile product provides a complete solution for a child’s full-cycle growth and early education. For new parents, it eliminates the frustration of an ever-growing pile of single-purpose toys and storage headaches.

Its core innovation is a tool-free, snap-fit structure that allows for quick assembly and disassembly to adapt to different needs. It easily transforms into a crib mobile, a kick-and-play piano, a hand-tap piano, a musical keyboard, a baby gym, a push walker, a play table, a building-block table, a reading board, a drawing board, a ride-on scooter, or a rocking horse. This significantly extends the product’s useful life. This adaptable design also turns the science of early childhood development into hands-on, everyday play that evolves right alongside the child: for 0–6 months, the baby gym and kick-and-play piano get little legs moving and tiny hands grabbing, awakening their senses through simple play; for 7–12 months of standing practice, the push walker gives them something sturdy to hold onto as they take their first steps, while the activity board keeps hands busy exploring; for 13–18 months of active movement, the rocking horse stimulates vestibular development and trains balance; and for 18+ months, which is crucial for sensory integration and gross motor skills, the ride-on scooter, balance board, and multifunctional table help comprehensively enhance physical coordination, focus, and logical thinking.

For both visual harmony and practicality at home, the product features a low-saturation color palette that complements various interior styles. The lightweight components can be easily stacked for compact storage, saving valuable space in smaller homes. Its multi-functional design spares parents from the need to buy multiple single-purpose toys as the child grows, reducing resource waste and lowering the carbon footprint. These thoughtful features lighten the load of parenting while promoting sustainable consumption.

Credits

ZEYAN Wang
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