Page 59 of Design for our future selves 2001 Awards by Helen Hamlyn Research Centre - Royal College of Art

57 Kelly Sant/Design Products xplore the floor For young disabled children who are floorbound, the restricted nature of their play environment can limit their ability to experience the world holistically. By creating opportunities for independent movement and selfdetermination, Xplore the Floor stimulates sensory curiosity leading to the development of natural exercise routines.The two products have been designed to be used separately or as a part of an integrated, modular play landscape the tactile mat can be used as a massage surface while a collection of illuminating rubber wall-mounted hand grips extends the play space and provides physical support.

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